DACStorE @ COP31

The DACStorE Project together with KIT and its Kenyan Partners Nuvoni Research, Octavia Carbon, ZEN Carbon and Carbon Removal Kenya is joining the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) from 9. – 20. November 2026 in Antalya and organizes two events:

Both sessions will explore how Direct Air Capture (DAC) can contribute to sustainable development, local value creation and green industrialization in East Africa.

11 November 2026: A Policymaker Framework for Responsible Direct Air Capture in East Africa

Together with Kenyan partners and stakeholders, we will discuss what is needed to enable responsible DAC development in the region – from policy readiness and environmental safeguards to regional collaboration and the creation of local economic value.

You can register for this event here: https://luma.com/qy2phlix

17 November 2026: Building Greener in Africa with Direct Air Capture and CO₂-Enhanced Materials

Our second event will focus on the connection between Direct Air Capture, carbon mineralization and sustainable construction. The high-level panel will bring together Kenyan government representatives, DACStorE, the Carbon Removal Kenya Association, ZEN Carbon and multilateral partners to discuss how carbon removal can support local priorities, circular-economy approaches and Africa’s green industrialization ambitions.

You can register for this event here: https://luma.com/qo88ruyj

It is also possible to join the livestream of this event on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEM21lCpB5Mc