Atmospheric CO2 removal technologies?

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The discussion focuses on potential technologies for atmospheric CO2 removal, emphasizing the need for large-scale implementation and the lengthy timeframes required for effectiveness. Reforestation is highlighted as a straightforward and low-maintenance method, while bioengineering, such as super phytoplankton, is considered a promising but controversial option. The challenges of carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) are acknowledged, particularly the energy-intensive processes involved and the need for efficient CO2 compression. Concerns are raised about the ecological impacts of manipulating oceanic ecosystems to enhance CO2 absorption. Overall, while various methods are proposed, significant hurdles remain in achieving effective atmospheric CO2 reduction.
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Dr. Courtney said:
The attached graph shows the Mauna Loa data with the best fit exponential, line, and cubic polynomial.
Where is that data from?
What are the equations and coefficients for the linear, exponential and cubic fits?
 
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So what were your equations and coefficients?
 
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Baluncore said:
So what were your equations and coefficients?

You are welcome to download the data and repeat the analysis if you want these details.

This line of discussion also seems to drift further away from the OP.
 
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