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In this prototype carbon capture apparatus, a solution of potassium hydroxide is wicked up into polypropylene fibres; circulating air evaporates the water in the solution, concentrating it to very high levels. The white crystals are nearly pure potassium carbonate, formed from carbon removed directly from air. (photo by Dongha Kim)

New ‘rock candy’ technique offers a simpler, less costly way to capture carbon directly from air

Guests at partnerships reception

Industry Partners’ reception showcases new pathways for collaboration

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Celebrating U of T Engineering volunteers at the 2025 Arbor Awards

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Ben Etkin

Remembering University Professor Emeritus Bernard Etkin (UTIAS)

Dean Cristina Amon participating in a panel discussion at the 2014 CSME International Congress at U of T Engineering last month. (Photo: Robert Baker)

Mechanical engineers connect at CSME International Congress

Brent Sleep

NSERC invests $1.65 million to train engineering students in environmental decontamination

Deep Prasad

Could this first-year undergrad be the (next) Einstein?