Energy efficiency is a critical tool in the fight against climate change, as it can help reduce pollution and waste, support energy independence, and save money. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Energy Star program, energy efficiency has done more to meet the nation’s energy needs than oil, gas, and nuclear power over the past four decades.
Improving Energy Efficiency through Carbon Conversion
Researchers have come up with an innovative approach to improve the energy efficiency of carbon conversion, using waste material from pulp and paper production. The technique they’ve pioneered not only reduces carbon emissions but also makes use of waste material that would otherwise be discarded.