Julie Bert: Tiny organisms with climate impact

US-based researcher Julie Bert runs a project at SRI’s Hardware Research and Technology Lab that uses microbes to sequester rare earth elements while also cleaning up mine tailings. This innovation addresses significant sustainability challenges by cleaning water and extracting essential rare earth elements used in batteries, electronics, and magnets. These elements are crucial for developing a more sustainable energy system that relies less on fossil fuels. This project aims to help future generations experience a world similar to today.