Airbus’ Direct Air Capture Technology Lands on Earth to Tackle Climate Change!

Airbus and the European Space Agency initially designed Direct Air Capture technology to purify air aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

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The technology is now being adapted for terrestrial applications aimed at mitigating climate change.

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DAC technology offers a sustainable alternative to traditional CO2 production methods, reducing costs and carbon emissions.

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The adaptability of DAC allows for a continuous onsite source of CO2, presenting possibilities for various industries.

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A team from Airbus was shortlisted for the prestigious German Future Prize 2023 for their work on DAC technology.

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Airbus Chief Technical Officer, Dr. Sabine Klauke, commended the team’s achievement in producing the DAC modules.

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The DAC modules developed by the Airbus team are adaptations of adsorber technology used on the ISS.

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Airbus is working on a plethora of technologies, including DAC, to curb CO2 emissions in aviation.

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The shortlisting of the Airbus team for the German Future Prize 2023 marks a significant milestone in the journey of DAC technology from space to Earth.

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