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I just came across a mind-blowing article that made me question everything we’ve been focusing on in the climate change debate. 🌍 Maybe we've had it wrong all along—what if instead of CO2, #microplastics are the real issue? The study suggests that 𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝𝐬, making extreme weather events like last week in #Valencia truly unique to our era. Reducing CO2 would only partially fix this. Microplastics and nanoplastics are here to stay—embedded in our environment and bodies. Could this be where scientific innovation and venture capital should focus in the next 10-20 years? #ClimateChange #Microplastics #Sustainability #WeatherPatterns #FutureTech #ImpactInvesting #ClimateInnovation #GreenTech #VCFunding https://lnkd.in/e-WaNGhy

🚀 Breaking news: Phlair has raised €14.5 million to revolutionize large-scale, low-cost CO₂ capture! Why does it matter? 🌍 Urgent climate action is needed – Even with rapid emissions cuts, we can’t keep global temperatures at safe levels without removing the CO₂ we’ve already emitted. Some of this CO₂ will remain in the atmosphere for centuries. 🌍 Massive carbon removal is required – According to the IPCC, hundreds of billions of tons of CO₂ must be removed by the end of this century to meet global climate targets. 💸 Phlair is tackling the cost barrier – While current methods cost up to $1,000 per metric ton of CO₂ captured, Phlair’s innovative approach could bring costs down significantly by avoiding energy-intensive heat processes. The technology? 💡 Phlair uses a unique “pH swing” method to capture carbon without relying on thermal regeneration. Their hydrolyzer technology, inspired by hydrogen industry advancements, uses acids and bases to capture and release CO₂ efficiently. 💡 Phlair’s pilot project will capture 10 metric tons of CO₂ annually, with larger, 260-metric-ton plants set to launch by late 2025. Huge congratulations to Malte Feucht, Paul Teufel, and Steffen Garbe on this milestone! We’re proud at Planet A Ventures to support Phlair alongside Extantia, Verve Ventures, Atlantic Labs, Counteract, and UnternehmerTUM.

🌍 Redefining Materials to Redefine the Future The latest Copernicus ECMWF report confirms what we can no longer ignore: global temperatures have exceeded the critical 1.5°C threshold. The time for incremental change is over—urgent action is needed. At revoltech, we’re proving that better materials can drive real impact. Our Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) confirms that LOVR™ cuts carbon emissions by 99% compared to traditional leather—just 0.51 kg CO₂e/m² (cradle-to-gate). It’s one of the lowest-impact material choices available today. 💡 The shift is happening. Will you be part of it? Choose circular, plastic-free, low-carbon materials. Let’s design a future where innovation works with nature—not against it.

🌍 Are you working on breakthrough technology to tackle climate change? We‘d love to hear about your vision! We‘re committed to backing industrial decarbonization solutions with a measurable climate impact. 🚀 Recently, our team members Iris and Thong were featured by ClimateHack, discussing what’s currently top of mind at Visionaries Tomorrow: 1️⃣ 💧 Natural Hydrogen: Potentially a cost-effective alternative to green hydrogen, derived from the Earth's crust through geochemical processes. 2️⃣ 🏗️ Concrete Recycling: With 3 to 10 billion tons of concrete waste produced annually, recycling could drastically cut CO2 emissions by 720 million tons per year. 3️⃣ 🏭 Steelmaking: The steel industry's massive carbon footprint is being tackled with promising solutions like electric arc furnaces and direct reduction pathways. 💡 Want to know what other impactful solutions are top of mind for climate tech investors? Check out the full article by ClimateHack here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dSgNNa4Y

🌍 Revolutionary Carbon Capture Technology! 🌍 Scientists at UC Berkeley have developed an incredible material called COF-999 that can remove as much CO2 from the air as a tree with just half a pound of the powder! 🌳 Key Highlights: 🖋️ Efficiency: COF-999 captures CO2 at room temperature, making it highly energy-efficient. 🖋️ Durability: The material remains effective after over 100 cycles. 🖋️ Impact: This innovation could play a crucial role in reducing atmospheric CO2 levels and combating climate change. This breakthrough is a significant step towards a sustainable future. Kudos to the UC Berkeley team for their pioneering work! 👏 Refer : https://lnkd.in/dpfvytgA #ClimateChange #Sustainability #CarbonCapture #Innovation #UCBerkeley

Discover the powder that works like a forest … Scientists may have found a powerful new tool in the fight against climate change - a carbon-capturing powder capable of removing as much carbon dioxide from the air as a fully-grown tree. As natural methods like forests reach their limits, this innovation could be a breakthrough in balancing the emissions we release into the atmosphere. Unlike other carbon-removal techniques, this powder works through adsorption - trapping CO2 molecules on its surface without becoming saturated. This makes it more efficient, as the captured carbon can be stored elsewhere, preventing it from re-entering the atmosphere. In a recent test, researchers achieved 100% carbon capture from air flowing through a sample, showing that this material could set a new standard for emissions control. What do you think? Good idea? https://lnkd.in/e7BYxDqp #ClimateAction #CarbonCapture #GreenInnovation #Sustainability #FutureTech

As we continue to tackle the global challenge of climate change, Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗦) plays a pivotal role in building a sustainable future. This innovative technology not only reduces carbon emissions but also transforms captured CO₂ into valuable products, driving us closer to a net-zero future. To everyone contributing to the success of the 𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗦 program—researchers, engineers, policymakers, industry leaders, and supporters—your dedication and vision are inspiring. Together, we are shaping a cleaner, greener planet for generations to come. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of innovation and collaboration. The journey to sustainability is one we must all take together. American Chemical Society ACS Student Chapter JNCASR #CCUS #Sustainability #NetZero #Innovation #ClimateAction #India

Source: (Angewandte Chemie (International ed. in English)) Humanity faces climate change challenges due to resource depletion, waste, and deforestation. Six planetary boundaries are exceeded, requiring transformation in production and consumption for sustainability. Key issues include limited atomic resources, oxidative processes, and rich chemistry. Solutions involve adopting sustainable practices, shifting to a circular bioeconomy, reforestation, and green chemistry, alongside coordinated economic and social efforts to ensure a sustainable future.

Drastically Boosting Carbon Capture: UC Berkeley researchers, led by Omar Yaghi, have developed a revolutionary material, COF-999, which could drastically boost carbon capture efficiency. Made of carbon-nitrogen double bonds and lined with amines that bind with CO2, COF-999 could capture atmospheric carbon more effectively and could potentially double in efficiency with further refinement. This breakthrough may pave the way for significant strides in reducing carbon emissions and combating climate change. How do you see such materials shaping the future of sustainable industries? #ClimateTech #CarbonCapture #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #Innovation #GreenTech #FutureOfEnergy