Climate change is the greatest threat to face humankind. From rising temperatures and sea levels, the impacts of climate change are becoming increasingly visible with the potential to profoundly impact the course of human history. To prevent the worst effects of climate change, we need to transition to a net zero emissions economy as soon as possible.
However, achieving net zero is not enough. After net zero is reached, we need to continue to decrease the CO2 concentration in the atmosphere to near the pre-industrial level through net-negative emissions.
| In this ebook, we spoke to a variety of thought leaders, early-innovators and movers in the industry who have contributed to shaping the carbon removal market we see today. Their thoughts have shaped this ebook and extracts from their interviews are integrated throughout. Together, we explore the current state of climate change and the transition to defossilize our economy. We discuss how achieving a net zero emissions future and beyond requires a dual focus on both emission reductions and removals. While carbon removal should not be used to compensate for abatement shortfalls, these two solutions play complementary roles in accelerating the transition to a net zero economy. We look at the available capture and storage types to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. We also examine the importance of durability in carbon removal in compensating for fossil fuel emissions. We sum up the parts that are needed to create an ecosystem to scale carbon removal to industrial levels needed to address climate change. Building trust and transparency, creating an economy that rewards negative emissions, and progressive players and long-term commitments are the three core pillars to scaling the market. All of which can be enabled through governments with collaboration from the industry to drive innovation and deliver. And where does Puro.earth sit within all of this? A first-of-its-kind crediting platform for high-quality carbon removal that brings trust, integrity, and transparency to the market. Through collective action, innovation, and commitment across the entire ecosystem, we can build a sustainable future and give the next generation a fighting chance. Download ebook |
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