Looking to take steps in response to the threat of climate change, Florida’s state government leaders are proposing the use of carbon capture systems. Among carbon capture technologies that have drawn the most attention is a “mechanical tree” that extracts carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The system was developed through research in the Center for Negative Carbon Emissions, directed by Klaus Lackner, a professor in the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment, part of the Fulton Schools. Florida legislators, other government officials, researchers and industry representatives are now debating the pros and cons of using carbon capture technology. Read more: First ‘MechanicalTree’ installed on ASU’s Tempe campus