News Summary

Phil De Luna, the Chief Scientific and Commercial Officer of Deep Sky, emphasizes Canada’s potential in leading carbon capture technology. Deep Sky, co-founded by Fred Lalonde and Joost Ouwerkerk, aims to reverse climate change by removing carbon from the atmosphere. With their first site in Innisfail, Alberta funded by Bill Gates’ climate fund, Deep Sky is leveraging Canada’s geologic storage capacity, clean hydro power, and skilled workforce to lead in direct air capture. De Luna highlights Canada’s pioneering policies, including the world’s first government-backed Direct Capture Protocol and investment tax credit for direct capture. As an immigrant from the Philippines, De Luna credits his ambition to personal sacrifices made by his family and his drive to make a significant impact in climate science.