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Carbon Removal Controversy: Cost and Moral Hazard
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Controversy surrounds carbon removal from the atmosphere due to its high cost and scale-up requirements, while critics argue for its alignment with emission reduction. DAC technology, a nascent carbon removal method, faces challenges due to its high cost and scale-up requirements. The article also raises concerns about 'moral hazard' associated with carbon removal, particularly in the context of PR stunts by companies like Big Oil.
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