The high cost of vacuuming carbon from the sky
Summary
Marketplace Tech explores how the Trump administration continues funding certain carbon removal projects despite cutting other climate initiatives. Reporter Amy Scott highlights Heirloom Carbon Technologies, which uses limestone to capture CO2, noting the high costs and scaling challenges. The episode discusses bipartisan support for hubs in Louisiana and Texas, while addressing critics who view carbon removal as a fossil fuel industry tactic.
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Intro: Trump administration and carbon removal projects
Heirloom Carbon's direct air capture process explained
Cost challenges and scaling plans for carbon removal
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Bipartisan support for Louisiana and Texas carbon hubs
Criticism of oil company involvement in carbon removal
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