TOP 10 – CARBON CAPTURE PLATFORMS

HEADQUARTERS: ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND CO-FOUNDERS: CHRISTOPH GEBALD AND JAN WURZBACHER FOUNDED: 2009

Climeworks is one of the best-known names in direct air capture, turning a once-niche climate concept into a commercially recognised removal platform. Its systems extract carbon dioxide from ambient air and store it permanently underground, positioning the company at the centre of the carbon removal market. Backed by high-profile projects in Iceland and a growing roster of corporate buyers, Climeworks has helped define the commercial language of durable removals. The company’ s appeal lies in scale ambition, technical credibility and a clear focus on permanent storage.

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44 May 2026