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The Biden administration and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration have unveiled the National Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Research Strategyto explore ocean-based solutions for climate change. 🌊 The strategy focuses on methods like ocean fertilization, alkalinity enhancement, and coastal blue carbon, while prioritizing interdisciplinary research to assess their ecological impacts. Richard (Rick) Spinrad, Ph.D., NOAA Administrator, stated, “This strategy emphasizes the importance of collaboration across sectors to unlock mCDR's potential.” https://lnkd.in/e7aRTXeE #MarineCarbonRemoval #ClimateAction #NOAA #Sustainability #EnvironmentalInnovation

This article is an excellent and easy to read summary of the current state of #mCDR in the US including field deployments and regulations. Based on the panel today at the Yale Natural Carbon Capture Symposium on mCDR, we know there’s a lot of folks within the US government working on regulations and research, plus lots of companies looking for funding, support, and clarity on field trials. I also see a huge need for collaborative knowledge building which means lots of data and process transparency. Lots to watch as I hope the US continues to be a leader on this front! #carbonremoval #cdr #climatetech

Happening tomorrow! EESI is partnering with the World Resources Institute (WRI) to bring you a briefing about ocean carbon dioxide removal (CDR). In addition to rapid emission reductions, reaching global climate goals will require large-scale removal of excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Ocean CDR (the practice of removing and storing carbon from the ocean) is garnering an increasing amount scientific, governmental, and private sector interest. Panel: 🌊 Katie Lebling, Associate II in Carbon Removal and Industrial Decarbonization, World Resources Institute 🌊 Savita Bowman, Senior Program Manager of Carbon Management, ClearPath 🌊 Edward Sanders Chief Operating Officer, Equatic.tech 🌊 Sara Wanous, Government Relations Manager, Ocean Conservancy 🌊 Gabby Kitch, PhD, Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Lead of the Ocean Acidification Program, NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration 🐠 With introductory remarks by Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) RSVP to attend this briefing in person or online: https://lnkd.in/eJsyv6zy #Oceans #OceanCDR #CarbonDioxide #Mitigation #ClimateAction

Environmental Defense Fund just announced that this fall they will start issuing grants for studies aiming to better understand the effects of artificial cooling technologies. On the one hand, extreme heat is already impacting large percentages of people, animals and habitats and treating the symptoms by artificially cooling areas of the planet where heat is a serious health risk is arguably already necessary and has been inevitable for a while now. On the other hand, when we mess around with trying to apply tech to fix human created problems there are often unintended consequences that in the long run play a role in creating new sets of problems. If you want to learn about some examples read Elizabeth Kolbert's book Under a White Sky. Dr. Lisa Dilling, the associate chief scientist at EDF running the project said, "The intent is to help inform policymakers. We're not in favor of deployment period. Our goal is information and solid well-formulated science." We still have the opportunity to max out solutions that we know work and because they're not always the sexiest solutions we don't max them out. Nature based solutions include doing things like leaving swaths of land and ocean untouched and living more sustainably so we each have less of a negative impact on our planet. In the end, I'm relieved although melancholy that EDF is engaging on geoengineering testing. After all, there are already some geoengineering method deployments around the globe. It's infinitely better to have real experts studying this stuff as opposed to tech companies without top notch scientific background and the temptation to put profit before time and investment to test properly. Still, I worry about what unintended consequences we'll find when we fully open this Pandora's Box. No way to know until we do it and we are pretty far down that path already.

📣📃The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (#OSTP) is releasing a national strategy to advance research on the benefits, risks, and tradeoffs of #MarineCarbonDioxideRemoval, an innovative technology that could help address the #climate crisis. Marine carbon dioxide removal uses ocean processes to increase the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide the ocean takes up, but it requires additional research to determine if it is a safe and effective climate tool. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has an important role to play in implementing the National Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Research Strategy. The EPA’s permits and oversight responsibilities under the #CleanWaterAct and the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (#MPRSA) ensure the continued protection of human health and the marine environment as #mCDR researchers pursue pilot and field trials in coastal and ocean waters. More information about permitting of marine carbon dioxide removal techniques can be found on the EPA’s Marine Carbon Dioxide Removal Permitting website 👉 https://lnkd.in/eRFPUraE

#Wisecomments Krzysztof Fal about Navigating the European Energy Transition and Climate Policy ❔ Why do we need energy transition? ❔ Why do we care for climate? ❔ Can we, as a society, take the additional burden in order to protect our planet? These and many other questions will need to be answered during the ongoing campaign to the European Parliament. In the early days of June, the Europeans will be choosing their representatives to the European Parliament, however these elections will also impact the future European Commission and its agenda. We encourage you to read our expert's comments ahead of the upcoming election 👉 https://lnkd.in/dZKgQ8gq #PRISMA: Net-Zero Pathway Research Through Integrated Assessment Model Advancements This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No. 101081604 CMCC Foundation - Centro Euro Mediterraneo sui Cambiamenti Climatici PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) Ministerie van Infrastructuur en Waterstaat E3-Modelling Energy-Economy-Environment École des Ponts ParisTech Centre national de la recherche scientifique AgroParisTech SMASH | Société de Mathématiques Appliquées et de Sciences Humaines CIRED Université de Genève ETH Zürich PSI Paul Scherrer Institut Environmental Change Institute (ECI), University of Oxford CEENRG

Detailed summary notes are now available for EESI's briefing on ocean carbon dioxide removal (CDR), hosted in partnership with the World Resources Institute. Panelists discussed the current state of ocean CDR, including the status of different approaches; the policy and regulatory landscape; research gaps; and the importance of responsible scaling. Too long; didn't read? You can also save 🔖 and share ↪ these key takeaways: 🌊 CDR refers to the approaches and technologies that extract carbon dioxide from the environment and sequester it for climate-relevant periods of time. 🌊 Leveraging the ocean can help diversify the range of CDR approaches available. Ocean CDR falls into two categories: biotic approaches, which rely on biology, and abiotic approaches, which do not. 🌊 Ocean CDR should have six qualities: measurable, verifiable, permanent, additional, energy efficient, and credible. 🌊 A research code of conduct for ocean CDR would establish shared norms, best practices, and encourage responsible research among the public and private sectors. 🌊 The Biden-Harris Administration released the Ocean Climate Action Plan in March 2023. Ocean CDR is a key action mentioned in the plan, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is the lead agency for the majority of the outlined work. Tap the link to view the full highlight notes, along with the briefing video and speaker presentation materials: https://ow.ly/O86Z50S0nGw #ICYMI #Webinar #Oceans #OceanCDR #CarbonDioxide

Register for the next Innovations in Climate Resilience #ICR24 #Climate24 today! We're highlighting some key points from the first two ICRs: Exploring climate-resilient strategies for agriculture, an #ICR23 presentation by Battelle’s research team highlighted the industries challenges. The research of GSI Environmental Inc. introduced a nature-based carbon storage solution. Dive into key insights from both presentations. https://okt.to/2yrB8U

Because of increasing carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gas emissions, modeling, and simulations predict the Arctic will be without ice during the month of September by 2050. As quoted, “These results emphasize the profound impacts of greenhouse gas emissions on the Arctic.” A similar prediction was made in 2013, but at that time, the prediction was for no ice by about 2033. Huh, the date has been pushed? However, a new report by Allan Astrup Jensen, research director and CEO at the Nordic Institute of Product Sustainability and Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology in Denmark, shows that from September 2007 through September 2023, Arctic sea ice declines were near zero. https://lnkd.in/g2RugGJ8

What #news did you miss over the last week? We’d love to know what article is YOUR personal favorite - https://lnkd.in/e-c8U7gk Articles: 🌐 Marine Heatwaves Cause Massive Global Coral Bleaching—NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration reports that the fourth global coral bleaching event is underway, with unprecedented marine heatwaves affecting the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. The NOAA Coral Reef Watch program’s heat-stress monitoring identifies high levels of marine heat stress that can cause extensive coral bleaching and mortality. ➡ https://lnkd.in/e47tvPkM 🌐 Florida’s New Energy Bill Introduces Significant Changes Amid Controversy—Governor Ron DeSantis has come under fire for omitting climate change references in Florida’s newly enacted energy legislation, Bill 1645. This comprehensive bill introduces significant changes to the state’s energy policies, affecting local government planning, public utilities, renewable energy, and more. This move, however, has sparked debate due to the exclusion of climate change considerations and the controversial ban on offshore wind turbines. ➡ https://lnkd.in/eQ5He3yX 🌐 Trailblazers in Sustainability Highlighted in TIME’s 2024 Next Generation Leaders List—TIME has just named its 2024 class of Next Generation Leaders, which celebrates young influencers shaping our future across various fields, including politics, arts, sports, and science. Among this year’s honorees are individuals whose initiatives are pivotal in steering the global community toward sustainability and eco-friendly practices. Notably, Beth Koigi and Matias Muchnick stand out for their groundbreaking work, offering innovative solutions that promise to address and transform sustainable challenges and address needs. ➡ https://lnkd.in/e7pjYzaY #news #sustainability #eco #coralreef #ecofriendly #politics #science #leaders #florida #government #noaa #b2b