[Preprint] Oschlies et al.: Climate targets, carbon dioxide removal and the potential role of Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement
Andreas Oschlies, Lennart Bach, Rosalind Rickaby, Terre Satterfield, Romany M. Webb, Jean-Pierre Gattuso IN: State Planet Discuss., https://doi.org/10.5194/sp-2023-13, in review
Based on idealized theoretical studies, Ocean Alkalinity Enhancement (OAE) appears as a promising marine CDR method. However, the knowledge base is insufficient for a robust assessment of its practical feasibility, of its side effects, social and governance aspects as well as monitoring, reporting and verification issues. A number of research efforts aim to improve this in a timely manner. The authors provide an overview on the current situation of developing OAE as marine CDR method, and describe the history that has led to the creation of the OAE research Best Practices Guide.