Can algae save the world?
Synopsis
Five percent of global atmospheric CO2 comes from concrete production, prompting researchers to investigate algae as a climate-neutral alternative.
Synopsis
Biologist Michael Lakatos leads a research team from Kaiserslautern University of Applied Sciences into a cave in northern Spain, searching for new species of algae. Their findings could have significant implications for environmental sustainability. The team investigates how algae can absorb CO2 and convert waste into valuable resources, including bio-plastics. The documentary follows their year-long project, 'Waste to Value,' as they explore the potential of these microorganisms to address pressing global challenges.
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Why Watch
- Follow researchers in Spanish caves searching for new algae species.
- See how algae could produce climate-neutral cement.
- Find out how algae reactors will shape future cityscapes.
Did You Know
- 5% of global atmospheric CO2 comes from concrete production.
- There are almost 300 caves in the Cantabria valley alone.
- Michael Lakatos discovered one of the oldest cyanobacteria in a Spanish cave.
- Algae can produce oxygen while binding the CO2 we exhale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of global atmospheric CO2 comes from concrete production?
5% of global atmospheric CO2 comes from construction from concrete production.
What is the name of the biologist leading the research team in Spain?
The research team in Spain is led by biologist Michael Lakatos.
What is Gloeobacter?
Gloeobacter is a particular cyanobacterium that the researchers are specifically studying.
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