Combining sunlight and seawater for CO2 removal

Banyu Carbon, a Seattle-based startup, has pioneered a groundbreaking approach to CO2 removal (CDR) using sunlight and seawater. The company's innovative ocean CDR system relies on a synthetic molecule activated by sunlight to transform dissolved CO2 in seawater into a gas that can be safely stored, ultimately mitigating atmospheric CO2 levels. Unlike traditional carbon capture methods, Banyu's technology minimises energy consumption, offering a promising, low-cost solution to combat global warming. Despite challenges in scaling and verifying CO2 reabsorption, Banyu's environmentally conscious approach signifies a significant step towards sustainable carbon management. (Bloomberg News)