PhD-Thesis: Ocean Alcalinity Enhancement: Tool to Mitigate Climate Change
Jakob Bang Rønning, University of Southern Denmark, https://doi.org/10.21996/p2f3-rp88
This thesis explores the potential of ocean alkalinity enhancement as an ocean-based carbon dioxide removal method, specifically focusing on alkaline minerals for mineral-based OAE as novel avenues for climate change mitigation. As global decarbonization is obliged, integrating diverse CDR technologies is essential to effectively counter and reverse the ongoing trend of global CO2 emissions in the atmosphere. This thesis studied the nuanced aspects of mineral-based OAE, emphasizing the potential of alkaline minerals such as dolomite, limestone, and olivine. The study aims to examine their impact on seawater carbon chemistry and primary producers.