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Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Science

Synthetic Tree Will Hopefully Capture Tons Of Carbon Dioxide, Save The Planet

4:30PM Dan Nosowitz | Scientists at Columbia University are working on a sort of synthetic tree that aims to capture about 1,000 times as much carbon dioxide as more organic versions. They’re hoping to extend the technology even to heavy-emitting cars and planes. More »
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Thursday, October 2, 2008
Science

CO2 Scrubber Sucks Up Emissions From Cars, Home Heating

2:30PM Gizmodo US Edition | University of Calgary scientists are working on a machine that would pull carbon dioxide from the air in an attempt to scrub out emissions from diffuse sources, such as car exhaust and home heating. These “diffuse emissions” account for roughly half of the CO2 that goes up into the sky every day, contributing to global warming. More »
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