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Kenya Leads Carbon Storage Efforts Amid Global Challenges

10/8/2025

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Story summary

An IIASA-led study finds underground carbon storage reduces warming to 0.7°C.
That storage is finite, requiring management by countries.
Historical emissions fairness complicates access, urging nations to lead.
Kenya is emerging as a Direct Air Capture (DAC) leader using geothermal resources for carbon removal.
The global offset mechanism faces low-quality credits and systemic issues, requiring higher-quality carbon removal by 2100.

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Story summary

An IIASA-led study finds underground carbon storage reduces warming to 0.7°C.
That storage is finite, requiring management by countries.
Historical emissions fairness complicates access, urging nations to lead.
Kenya is emerging as a Direct Air Capture (DAC) leader using geothermal resources for carbon removal.
The global offset mechanism faces low-quality credits and systemic issues, requiring higher-quality carbon removal by 2100.