Szénkiötés

Szénkiötés is a Hungarian term that translates to "carbon sequestration" in English. It refers to the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) to mitigate climate change. This can be achieved through both natural and artificial methods. Natural carbon sequestration involves processes like photosynthesis by plants and trees, which absorb CO2 from the atmosphere and store it in their biomass and soil. Forests, oceans, and wetlands are significant natural carbon sinks.

Artificial carbon sequestration, also known as carbon capture and storage (CCS), involves technological processes to capture CO2 emissions from industrial sources or directly from the air. The captured CO2 is then transported and stored, typically underground in geological formations like depleted oil and gas reservoirs or saline aquifers. The aim of both natural and artificial Szénkiötés is to reduce the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, thereby slowing down global warming. Research and implementation of Szénkiötés technologies are ongoing as part of global efforts to address climate change.