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carbon capture
noun
Definition
A technology that captures carbon dioxide emissions from industrial processes before they enter the atmosphere.
In a sentence
“Carbon capture is seen by some scientists as an essential tool for meeting climate targets.”
Synonyms
CO2 capturecarbon sequestration
Common collocations
- carbon capture technology
- carbon capture and storage
- invest in carbon capture
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