Manhattan

The national mission for Climate Crisis 'Manhattan Projects' will oversee a collection of ambitious, large-scale research and development initiatives. These projects aim to tackle some of the most pressing technological challenges in mitigating climate change. This mission will:

Spearhead a comprehensive CO2 drawdown project to develop effective methods for removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

Advance point-source carbon capture technologies, focusing on capturing emissions directly from industrial sources like smokestacks and overcoming storage issues.

Innovate solutions for eliminating and reducing atmospheric methane, including addressing methane emissions from livestock.

Develop greenhouse gas emission-free concrete, revolutionizing one of the most carbon-intensive industries.

Create alternatives to current fertilizer technology, reducing nitrous oxide emissions, a potent greenhouse gas.

These 'Manhattan Projects' represent a concerted effort to accelerate technological breakthroughs in areas where advancements are critically needed to combat the climate crisis. The approach is two-pronged, with pure research initiatives funded by Congress and investments in potential revenue-generating technologies supported by the Reconstruction Finance Corporation (RFC).

The CO2 drawdown project will focus on scalable and sustainable methods to actively remove existing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, a crucial step in reversing climate change. Meanwhile, the point-source carbon capture initiative aims to prevent new emissions from entering the atmosphere, targeting industrial hotspots.

Addressing methane, one of the most potent greenhouse gases, requires a dual approach. The mission includes projects both to reduce methane emissions, particularly from agricultural sources like cows, and to develop methods for removing existing methane from the atmosphere.

The initiative to create emission-free concrete tackles one of the most challenging sectors in terms of carbon footprint, aiming to transform the way buildings and infrastructure are constructed. Similarly, the focus on fertilizer technology looks to innovate in agricultural practices, reducing the environmental impact while maintaining or enhancing productivity.

These ambitious 'Manhattan Projects' are not just about developing new technologies; they are about reshaping entire industries and practices to create a sustainable future. By bringing together the best minds and resources, these initiatives strive to find solutions that can be implemented on a global scale, positioning the United States as a leader in climate crisis innovation.