Meet COF-999, the “tree in a jar.” Developed by researchers at University of California, Berkeley this fluffy yellow powder can absorb 44 pounds of CO₂ annually—just like a mature tree. COF-999’s porous structure, lined with amines, binds CO₂ with remarkable efficiency. It’s reusable too—releasing CO₂ with mild heating (140°F) and remaining stable through 100+ cycles. This innovation could revolutionize direct air capture technologies, bringing us closer to a sustainable, carbon-neutral future. https://lnkd.in/g9CdenG5
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