New London site locks CO2 in recycled concrete for carbon removal
Scientists have developed a new way to capture and store carbon dioxide (CO2) using recycled concrete.
The new method, which was developed by researchers at the University of London, is a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change.
CO2 is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. It is produced by burning fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas. The new method developed by the University of London researchers could help to reduce CO2 emissions by capturing and storing it in recycled concrete.
The new method involves using a special type of concrete that is made with recycled concrete aggregates. Recycled concrete aggregates are made from crushed-up old concrete. The new type of concrete is able to absorb CO2 from the air and store it in its pores.
The researchers tested the new type of concrete in a real-world setting at a construction site in London. The results showed that the concrete was able to absorb CO2 from the air and store it in its pores. The researchers estimate that the new type of concrete could be used to capture and store up to 100 million tonnes of CO2 per year.
The new method is a significant breakthrough in the fight against climate change. It could help to reduce CO2 emissions and contribute to the global effort to mitigate climate change.
Here are some of the benefits of the new method:
- It is a cost-effective way to capture and store CO2.
- It can be used in a variety of applications, including construction and infrastructure.
- It is a sustainable way to reduce CO2 emissions.
