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New Zealand could be well-positioned to become a leader in the global carbon removal industry. Here's how

New Zealand has a unique opportunity to use its geothermal wells for permanent carbon removal.

New Zealand has a unique opportunity to use its geothermal wells for permanent carbon removal. Image: Pexels/Kerry

David Dempsey
Senior Lecturer, University of Canterbury
Karan Titus
PhD Student, University of Canterbury
Rebecca Peer
Lecturer, University of Canterbury
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Burning logs or forestry waste can heat the geothermal water and generate more power.
Burning logs or forestry waste can heat the geothermal water and generate more power. Image: Shutterstock/Pi-Lens

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