Blocking the Sun: Geoengineering Gains Traction Amidst Fierce Political Opposition

The concept of artificially lowering Earth’s temperature through ‘geoengineering,’ particularly Solar Radiation Management (SRM), is attracting growing support as a potential climate change intervention, yet it faces significant political opposition, according to The Atlantic Science.

This technology proposes methods, such as dispersing aerosols into the stratosphere, to reflect sunlight and temporarily slow the progression of global warming. While some researchers argue for its necessity as an emergency measure against immediate climate risks, considerable opposition arises from concerns about unpredictable side effects, the difficulty of achieving international consensus, and ethical dilemmas. Potential impacts on rainfall patterns and the ozone layer are among the key worries.

This ongoing debate poses a critical question for humanity: what path should we choose between comprehensive climate solutions and risky short-term interventions? As of November 2025, the progress of concrete initiatives and international discussions surrounding this technology’s feasibility is being closely watched.

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