The urgency to do something about the excess carbon in the atmosphere has led to a surge in innovative approaches aimed at providing stable and closed storage solutions.  According to Crunchbase data, it attracted a number of startups in carbon removal sector have attracted significant investor interest and have raised hundreds of millions in funding this year. From underground storage to concrete mix and ocean sequestration, their strategies go beyond concepts to viable carbon removal solutions.  Recent funding trends reveal a significant increase in financial activity related to decarbonization initiatives. This surge in investment signifies a growing recognition for exploring alternative solutions given the slow uptake of clean energy sources.  It further highlights the urgent need to accelerate the implementation of effective carbon reduction measures alongside existing clean energy efforts. Here are startups with interesting  carbon removal technologies , divided by where they store carbon. (Carboncredits.com, Jennifer L)