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Overview
Zero Carbon Systems captures CO2 from the ambient air using direct air capture technology and scales the process for mass removal. Its systems run continuously and can operate entirely on renewable electricity, using very large, high-throughput units to lower costs. The company leverages core technology from Global Thermostat to enable megaton-scale removal and focuses on economics through continuous operation and high throughput. Its goal is to remove at least 0.5 gigatons of CO2 per year by 2050, backed by Zero Carbon Partners.
About Zero Carbon Systems
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Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
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Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- DOE selected Global Thermostat technology for two 2024 DAC prize semifinalist projects.
- The acquisition gives Zero Carbon Systems a technology platform and a distressed asset win.
- If the 2,500-ton plant starts in 2025-2026, hiring and engineering demand surge.
What critics are saying
- No evidence of a 2025 demo plant, so execution risk is immediate.
- The promised 2026-2030 scale-up demands major capital after a stalled equity raise.
- Carbon removal rivals like Deep Sky and GE Vernova keep tightening competition.
What makes Zero Carbon Systems unique
- Zero Carbon Systems bought Global Thermostat on May 22, 2024, consolidating DAC IP.
- David Elenowitz says the company has $100 million backing from Zero Carbon Partners.
- Its website claims very high throughput and lower energy requirements for lower capture costs.
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Company News
Direct air capture (DAC) company Zero Carbon Systems has acquired Global Thermostat, bringing together Global Thermostat's cutting-edge technology with Zero Carbon Systems' advanced engineering capabilities.
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About Zero Carbon Systems
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Company Size
N/A
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2020
Zero Carbon Systems is Hiring for 7 Jobs on Simplify!
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