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The video discusses the role of trees as natural carbon managers through photosynthesis, which helps reduce carbon emissions by 14% annually in the US. It introduces Direct Air Capture and Storage (DAX) systems as a technological alternative to trees, capable of capturing CO2 and storing it underground. However, DAX requires external energy sources, unlike trees that use sunlight. The video suggests that combining both trees and DAX can effectively address carbon emissions. Climeworks, a company supporting this video, offers solutions for direct CO2 capture and encourages public participation in climate action.

How do trees contribute to reducing carbon emissions?

• By absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen

• By producing carbon dioxide

• By using solar panels

• By storing carbon dioxide underground

What is a key feature of Direct Air Carbon Capture and Storage (DAX) systems?

• They require no external energy source

• They store CO2 underground

• They take up more space than forests

• They use photosynthesis to capture CO2

What is a downside of DAX systems compared to trees?

• They are less efficient in capturing CO2

• They produce more oxygen

• They rely on an external energy source

• They cannot store CO2

Why is there no perfect solution between using trees and DAX?

• Trees need space and DAX need fuel

• Trees produce too much oxygen

• DAX systems are more expensive

• DAX systems are not effective

What role does Climeworks play in addressing climate change?

• They plant trees to absorb CO2

• They produce solar panels

• They provide energy for DAX systems

• They directly capture CO2 from the atmosphere