Cloud Seeding and Digital Accountability

This chapter explores the controversial practice of cloud seeding, examining its mechanics, effectiveness, and China's significant investments in the technique amidst skepticism regarding its true impact on water shortages. Additionally, it discusses the repercussions of social media behavior, particularly focusing on how past tweets can resurface and affect the professional lives of public figures, highlighting the challenges of accountability in the digital age. Through these two distinct yet interconnected themes, the chapter critiques reliance on high-tech solutions while underscoring the need for responsible social media engagement.