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Geoengineering Methods
From snatching carbon dioxide (CO2) out of the air like trees do, to launching giant mirrors into space, scientists are researching a wide variety of technologies to artificially slow global warming.
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CO2 Injection
CO2 captured from coal-fired electric power plants may be injected for storage into porous layers of rock and sand deep underground.
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CO2 Capture
In coal-burning power plants, CO2 can be captured for transport to storage sites.
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CO2 Capture and Sequestration
CO2 may be separated from other gases at coal-fired electric power plants and transported by pipeline to suitable storage sites.
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CO2 Storage Areas
The United States has many areas, shown in pink, where geological formations are likely to be suitable for long-term carbon dioxide storage.
