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TKS Grade 5s learn about carbon capture and cryogenic technology

As part of their Unit of Inquiry on “How We Organize Ourselves”, the Grade 5s explored the interconnectedness of Earth’s systems.  They looked at how the Earth’s spheres (atmosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere) interact, and how human activities have an impact on these spheres.

As part of this unit of work, Marcelo Benitez, Postdoctoral Researcher in Professor William Robert’s group at the Clean Energy Research Platform (CERP), spoke to the Grade 5 students about carbon cycle and the importance of carbon capture.  He also introduced them to a cryogenic technology model which is currently in development at KAUST, and was recently ‘live-tested’ at the Rabigh power plant of the Saudi Electricity Company.  This innovative technology aims to significantly reduce emissions from point sources in the Kingdom.

For each unit of inquiry of the IB curriculum, The KAUST School is able to partner with researchers from the KAUST university, which can really bring the subject area to life for the students, and help them to see how the theoretical knowledge they are gaining, is being applied in real-world situations.  Inputs and perspectives from the world of science, technology and research is a valuable addition to our students’ learning journey.

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