What does Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) technology aim to counteract?

Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) technology is specifically designed to address the excess carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, a primary contributor to global warming and climate change. The process involves various methods and techniques aimed at removing CO2 from the atmosphere and sequestering it, thereby directly combating the effects of climate change, including global warming and ocean acidification.

By reducing the concentration of carbon dioxide, CDR helps stabilize temperatures and minimizes further disruptions to marine ecosystems that are adversely affected by increased levels of CO2, leading to ocean acidification. The other options do not directly correlate with the primary purpose of CDR technology; for instance, while urban sprawl and deforestation are significant environmental issues, they are not countered directly by carbon removal technologies but rather by sustainable land management practices and conservation efforts. Therefore, the focus of CDR on mitigating climate-related issues aligns it fundamentally with the aim to counteract global warming and its associated effects on ocean health.