Tree 2.0
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Tree 2.0 offers an innovative carbon removal solution crucial for transitioning to a low-carbon economy. Unlike traditional methods focusing on energy reduction, Tree 2.0 emphasises processing large air volumes. By treating 1.5 million cubic meters of air per ton of CO2 using high-pressure techniques, it achieves a 70x reduction in facility size and a 700x faster absorption rate. This approach yields a 5x cost advantage, tapping into mature technologies and readily available solvents.
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Thaier Alawadh
United Arab Emirates University
Thaier Alawadh is a chemical engineering graduate with experience in engineering management. His research focused on reducing renewable energy costs through synthesizing a new type of solar cell. Thaier is currently working on his own startup, UpToFix. His goal is to seamlessly connect car service providers with customers. He’s an automotive enthusiast who loves to tinker with his sports cars in his free time.
Ahmed Elsayed
United Arab Emirates University
Ahmed Elsayed is a dedicated Ph.D. candidate in the Chemical Engineering department at United Arab Emirates University. His primary research focus revolves around monetizing brine from desalination systems. Ahmed is actively exploring resource and waste management within the broader circular economy. He wants to expand his work by engineering solutions for direct air capture, wastewater treatment, and lithium extraction for high-volume battery production. In his free time, he loves playing video games, catching up on macroeconomics, and tracking new advancements in technology.
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