In 2050, the world has the ambition to reach CO₂ neutrality, however, in 2021, worldwide CO₂ emissions were 36 gigatons to the atmosphere. Why do we need to think in new ways and scales to solve one of our largest societal problems? The new Novo Nordisk Foundation CO₂ Research Center, directed by Alfred Spormann, develops nvel science and early technologies for CO₂ capture and conversions at scale, involving research, industry, and policymaking leaders.

An integrated approach is necessary because solutions cannot be found in any discipline. Because of the enormous scale and costs involved, any new technical solution needs to add value to society. But what technologies should we focus on, and how do we scale the solutions to industry? Come and hear the views of different parties on how to solve the climate crisis.  

In this debate, researchers, policymakers, and industry discuss how new ways of conducting and implementing science will contribute to solving the climate crisis. 

Moderator:

• Lykke Friis, Tænketanken Europa

Panel:

• Rasmus Helveg Petersen, Member of the Folketing, The Social Liberal Party (Radikale Venstre)
• Mads Peter Zacho, Head of Industry Transition,  Maersk Mc-Kinney Møller Center for Zero Carbon Shipping
• Christina Lunde, Senior Science Manager, Novozymes
• Christian Ibsen, CONCITO
• Alfred Spormann, Professor and Executive Director, Novo Nordisk Foundation CO2 Research Center