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2 months ago
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Scientists Desperately Studying How to Hack Climate

Researchers are exploring large-scale geoengineering methods to combat climate change, despite the unknown consequences of these methods.
One project involves adding an alkaline solution to the ocean to combat oceanic acidity, while another involves shooting particles into the atmosphere to reflect solar radiation. [ more ]
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3 months ago
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Could a Giant Parasol in Outer Space Help Solve the Climate Crisis?

Astronomers and physicists propose using a giant sunshade in outer space to counter global warming by blocking a small amount of solar radiation.
Blocking just shy of 2% of the sun's radiation could cool the planet by 1.5 degrees Celsius and keep Earth within manageable climate boundaries. [ more ]
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