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We estimate this number in real-time based on the installed capacity of each DAC facility and the time since it became operational. The counter simulates continuous CO₂ removal as if each facility is capturing carbon steadily over time.
2024 YTD: 13,285,210 kg
Progress to 2030 Annual CO₂ Removal Target
The target of removing 85 million tonnes of CO₂ by 2030 aligns with the IEA’s Net Zero roadmap
Progress to 2050 CO₂ Removal Goal
The goal of removing 30 billion tonnes of CO₂ by 2050 is part of IPCC pathways to limit global warming to 1.5°C. This represents roughly 10% of today’s global emissions.
Top Performing DAC Facilities Worldwide
There are currently 0 DAC facilities in operation globally, removing CO₂ from the air.
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What is Direct Air Capture (DAC)?
Direct Air Capture (DAC) is a cutting-edge climate technology designed to remove carbon dioxide (CO₂) directly from the atmosphere. It works by using chemical processes to capture CO₂, which is then stored underground or repurposed into products such as fuels, concrete, or carbonated beverages.
DAC is essential for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, complementing emissions reductions with permanent CO₂ removal from the air. As of today, multiple companies around the world are developing and operating DAC facilities, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in climate action.
How Do We Calculate CO₂ Removed?
Our live metrics are based on data from publicly available sources and operational DAC facilities. We calculate total CO₂ removed by combining facility-specific annual capture capacities with the time since each facility became operational.
These estimates are updated regularly and dynamically displayed to reflect real-time growth. While the numbers are estimates, we aim to provide a reliable overview of global DAC efforts.
Why Does DAC Matter?
Removing CO₂ from the atmosphere is critical for limiting global warming to 1.5°C. DAC offers a scalable and permanent solution, essential for balancing residual emissions that cannot be avoided through other means.
By supporting DAC technologies and tracking their progress, we can accelerate the transition to a sustainable and climate-neutral future.