The chapter explores the inception and execution of an engineering experiment aboard an aircraft carrier aiming to brighten clouds through the dispersion of small aerosol particles. It details the technical challenges faced in maintaining particle integrity and the successful outcome, sparking optimism for future endeavors in altering cloud reflectivity.
Decades of efforts to cut carbon emissions have failed to significantly slow the rate of global warming, so scientists are now turning to bolder approaches.
Christopher Flavelle, who writes about climate change for The Times, discusses efforts to engineer our way out of the climate crisis.
Guest: Christopher Flavelle, who covers how the United States tries to adapt to the effects of climate change for The New York Times.
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