Enhanced rock weathering could cost as low as $16/tCO2, research shows

Published 00:32 on September 24, 2025 / Last updated at 00:32 on September 24, 2025 / / Americas (US & Canada), CO2 Management (Engineered Removals), Nature-based Carbon (Other NbS), Voluntary (VCM Developments)

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Enhanced rock weathering (ERW) in North America could result in carbon removal at costs between $16-$343 per tonne of CO2, according to early research from the University of Alberta presented Tuesday.
Enhanced rock weathering (ERW) in North America could result in carbon removal at costs between $16-$343 per tonne of CO2, according to early research from the University of Alberta presented Tuesday.


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