Unlocking the power of algae to capture CO2
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More on Brilliant Planet's founders and ambitions: https://climatetechvc.substack.com/p/... Brilliant Planet is unlocking the power of algae as an affordable method of permanently removing billions of tonnes of CO2 from the atmosphere. Backed by UKRI’s Transforming Food Production programme, the company’s innovative process enables vast quantities of microalgae to grow in open-air pond-based systems on coastal desert land. Carbon capture and storage: why is it such a pillar of Net Zero plans?: https://medium.com/our-changing-clima... 11 ways research and innovation are helping fight climate change: https://medium.com/our-changing-clima... For more information visit www.brilliantplanet.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We are UK Research and Innovation, the body that allocates government funds for research. If you're a UK tax payer, your contributions help fund the work we showcase on our channel. And if you liked this video, follow us on these channels: Medium: https://medium.com/@UKRI Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weareukri/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/weareUKRI YouTube:  https://youtube.com/c/UKResearchandIn... Or sign up for our weekly newsletter https://public.govdelivery.com/accoun...
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