Using Nuclear Explosions for Carbon Sequestration: A Bold Climate Change Solution
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Summary
The article proposes using nuclear explosions in a remote basaltic seabed to accelerate carbon sequestration through Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW) as a solution to combat climate change. It emphasizes the potential of nuclear technology for decarbonization and global climate impact.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledConfronting the escalating threat of climate change requires innovative and large-scale interventions.
Although this approach may appear radical, we illustrate its feasibility by examining safety factors, preservation of local ecosystems, political considerations, and financial viability.
This work argues for reimagining nuclear technology not merely as a destructive force but as a potential catalyst for decarbonization.
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