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DAC unlikely to deliver billion-tonne removals, researchers say

Published 15:51 on July 14, 2026 / Last updated at 15:51 on July 14, 2026 / / Americas (US & Canada), CO2 Management (Engineered Removals)

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Direct air capture (DAC) is unlikely to deliver carbon removals at the billion-tonne scale because of its high energy requirements, according to a recent study.
Direct air capture (DAC) is unlikely to deliver carbon removals at the billion-tonne scale because of its high energy requirements, according to a recent study.


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