Greenwich scientists praised for carbon capture work

While the eyes of the world have been focused on Copenhagen this week as world leaders try to thrash out a deal on global warning scientists closer to home have revealed they have found a way of turning waste carbon dioxide into something useful.

Dr Paula Carey and Dr Colin Hills, scientists at the University of Greenwich, have developed a process to turn carbon dioxide into rock. The process can convert contaminated soil and industrial waste into harmless pebbles which can be recycled as a construction material, and even has potential to help dispose of radio-active waste.

The scientists, who have set up a company - Carbon8 Systems - to develop the business potential, were invited to 10 Downing Street recently with other businesses leading innovation in the low carbon economy.

 

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