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How Carbon Capture Works

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The Problem With Carbon Dioxide

Carbon dioxide is a vital part of Earth's processes. We burn it, and the CO2 leaves as waste just like in a snap. One solution would be to somehow capture this carbon. A typical electrical utility that outfits itself with a self-sustaining carbon capture system can run it with 85% or 95% less carbon dioxide emissions.

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