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Scrubbing the Sky
Inside the Race to Cool the Planet
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This book may appeal to you if you have a keen interest in environmental science and the innovative methods being developed to address air pollution. With a focus on real-world applications and scientific advancements, it offers a fascinating exploration of the intersection between nature and technology, making it an engaging read for anyone passionate about sustainability and ecological challenges.
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Finalist for the Wilfrid Eggleston Award for Nonfiction Alberta Literary Awards
An in-depth look at the people and the science behind our attempts to pull carbon dioxide out of the atmosphere with direct air capture.
Drawing on interviews with stakeholders at the intersection of climate science, energy technology, and public policy, Paul McKendrick's investigation traces more than 20 years of technological development with direct air capture. From Biosphere 2, to multi-million dollar promises from Richard Branson, Bill Gates, and Elon Musk, to the opening of Orca, the world's largest commercial direct air capture facility, in Iceland in 2021.
The question of what will be necessary for direct air capture to reach a meaningful scale, and how much it will cost, has fueled intense scientific and political debate, spurring a value chain that spans finance, industry, technology, policy, and academia.
McKendrick's clear and riveting prose presents the full story of this fascinating pursuit for the first time, inviting readers to learn more about this critical climate intervention option.
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Scrubbing the Sky has been praised for its timely exploration of direct air capture technology as a potential key solution to the climate crisis. Reviews highlight McKendrick's meticulous research and engaging storytelling, which presents the challenges and possibilities of this technology in a compelling manner, appealing to both sceptics and advocates alike. The book leaves readers feeling informed and optimistic about the potential breakthroughs in combating climate change.
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ISBN: 9781773272085
Publisher: Figure 1 Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 June 2023
Country: Canada
Imprint: Figure 1 Publishing
Illustration: Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 139.0mm
Height: 215.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Paul McKendrick is the author of The Bushman's Lair. Prior to writing books, he worked in the energy sector as a partner in a firm dedicated to developing and financing renewable energy projects, in addition to stints in the electric utility sector, the oil and gas sector, and investment banking. He lives in Canmore, Alberta, Canada.
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