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[–] [email protected] 210 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) (49 children)

So I think the general idea is that you can convert more CO² to carbon in the form of sugars and O² molecules per square foot with algae than with trees. Trees would totally do the same thing if we ripped up all the concrete and buildings to replant a forest, but that process would take decades.

This can be added into existing infrastructure and helps I guess. Kinda a neat concept.

[–] [email protected] 100 points 11 months ago (11 children)

Also tree roots will tear stuff up

[–] [email protected] 66 points 11 months ago (5 children)
[–] [email protected] 14 points 11 months ago (1 children)

And lawsuits when people trip over uneven concrete caused by roots.

[–] [email protected] 13 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Can’t wait to sue the trees

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