The STEM Innovations in Schools program, presented by Chevron, has launched the “Carbon Capture Challenge.” Space Center Houston is leading the challenge with expert panelists from Chevron, NASA Johnson Space Center, and Greentown Labs. The mission is to expand students’ and educators’ awareness of the challenges and opportunities to develop a lower carbon future.
What is carbon capture?
Carbon Capture or Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) is the process by which carbon is captured from a source before or after it enters the atmosphere. The CO2 is then transported and “permanently stored underground or reused to produce new products such as cement, chemicals, plastics, and fuels (Amber Sturrock, 2022).”
How can I help?
“As a collective, we can all make an impact.” – Juliana Garaizar
Creating a healthy and sustainable planet is not a problem for the next generation, but an opportunity for the current generation to actively become a part of the solution. Strategizing and developing ideas, like our students, can fuel innovations in the future. Even minor changes, such as carpooling or walking to work or school, can reduce your carbon footprint.
Watch Webinar 1 for a closer look into the STEM Innovations in Schools, presented by Chevron.
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MISSION UPDATE
Space Center Houston is open today, May 8, 2026, during regular operating hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thank you for your patience while we resolved yesterday’s service disruption. See you soon, explorers!
Thu. April 30 | 5:30 p.m.
Explore the intersection of punk rock and science during this special evening with Dexter Holland, molecular biologist & frontman of The Offspring
Don’t wait to grab your tickets – they’re going fast! 311 performs live tonight at Moon 2 Mars Festival, presented by Wellby Financial.
Friday, February 6 | 7:30 p.m.
Witness history at the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center.
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Due to a temporary service disruption, Space Center Houston is closed today. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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