Synthesis Paper on biological CDR methods
1st Writing Retreat organized by Helmholtz SynCom
Top left: Lead author Dr. Axel Funke explains his ideas and concept for the review section of the synthesis paper to the co-authors. Top right: Prof. Dr. Dirk Sachse presents thoughts on the permanence of CDR methods from a geological perspective. Bottom left: Dr. Evgenia Blagodatskaya contributes to the synthesis paper with her expertise on soil carbon and ecology. Bottom right: During the Writing Retreat, the Helmholtz scientists discussed crucial questions to advance the synthesis paper together. © Helmholtz/SynCom
On April 25 and 26, 2024, Helmholtz scientists involved in a synthesis paper on biological CDR methods came together for a SynCom Writing Retreat.
On the first day of the Writing Retreat, the structure of the review and the synthesis section was further developed. Additionally, there was enough time to discuss open questions about different CDR methods. One time slot was specifically used to develop a chapter around permanence and a chapter on land-based CDR opportunities and issues. In the afternoon, the writing group decided to continue a session outside, while walking through sunny Berlin around the Berliner Dom and the Museumsinsel.
The main topics for the second day, which ended with a joint lunch and a discussion about next steps, were biodiversity, soil carbon, and the development of figures for the synthesis paper.