Protect Arctic from 'dangerous' climate engineering, scientists warn
18 hours ago
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- Scientists warn against polar geoengineering to combat climate change, citing potential severe environmental damage.
- Geoengineering techniques like thickening sea-ice or releasing reflective particles are deemed unfeasible and risky.
- More than 40 researchers urge focus on reaching net zero emissions instead of geoengineering.
- Radical geoengineering ideas, such as reflecting sunlight, address symptoms rather than causes of climate change.
- Concerns include geopolitical tensions, high costs, and the illusion of alternatives to cutting emissions.
- Supporters argue geoengineering research could inform decisions but emphasize it's not a substitute for decarbonization.
- UK government prioritizes emission reductions over geoengineering deployment.