carbon capture

American  

noun

1. the process of trapping carbon dioxide at its emission source, transporting it to a usually underground storage location, and isolating it there.

   New carbon capture technologies provide an additional weapon against global warming.

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Etymology

Origin of carbon capture

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

This work shows that arranging nitrogen groups in specific adjacent patterns can be done reliably, providing a clear strategy for designing improved carbon capture materials.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

We are also developing power generation with carbon capture, something the administration has been supporting.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

In the UK, a number of carbon capture clusters are under development, including Scotland's Acorn Project and the Viking project off Lincolnshire.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

This is also where policymakers can make the biggest difference: providing the money and incentives to develop or commercialize immature technologies such as carbon capture and storage, advanced nuclear power, geothermal energy and hydrogen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 13, 2025

In a recent report, Min argued the state will also need more “clean, firm” power — resources that can operate around the clock — such as geothermal energy or natural-gas plants with carbon capture.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 13, 2025