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Sociotechnical Considerations About Ocean Carbon Dioxide Removal
Sarah R Cooley1, Sonja Klinsky2, David R Morrow3,4
1Ocean Conservancy, Washington, DC, USA;
Annual Review of Marine Science
|July 19, 2022
Summary
Ocean carbon dioxide removal (OCDR) offers a potential climate solution by enhancing ocean carbon sequestration. Comprehensive assessments are crucial, considering technical, financial, social, and ethical factors for responsible OCDR deployment.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Climate Science
- Marine Science
Background:
- Climate change poses global risks to ecosystems and human communities.
- The ocean plays a critical role in the global carbon cycle.
- Augmenting ocean carbon sequestration is a potential strategy for legacy emission removal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key considerations for robust assessments of ocean carbon dioxide removal (OCDR).
- To review the technical, financial, social, and ethical dimensions of OCDR.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a sociotechnical system lens for analysis.
- Reviewing existing literature on OCDR approaches.
- Identifying critical factors for decision-making in OCDR deployment.
Main Results:
- OCDR is gaining attention as a climate change mitigation strategy.
- Careful assessment is needed due to the ocean's complex biophysical and social system roles.
- A framework for OCDR assessment must integrate technical, financial, social, and ethical aspects.
Conclusions:
- Robust assessments are essential for the responsible development and deployment of OCDR.
- Integrating diverse considerations ensures OCDR aligns with environmental and societal goals.
- Further research and public discourse are vital for effective OCDR strategies.
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