In the Neighborhood: How Carbon Removal Can Boost Local Economies and Protect Ecosystems
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location:
LL20A
The phrase “carbon removal” tends to trigger images of industrial-scale direct air capture machines funded by large corporations. But local leaders in the U.S. are also incorporating carbon removal programs into their plans, with a view to drawing down carbon, growing economies and safeguarding landscapes. Learn about the technologies these leaders are funding, the benefits that will flow to local communities, the best practices for project evaluation and community engagement, and how federal policy can support local implementation efforts.