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Kelly Wanser

Founder of SilverLining, a non-profit organization advocating research into climate interventions. She also co-founded and advises the University of Washington Marine Cloud Brightening Project.

Top 3 podcasts with Kelly Wanser

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Sep 18, 2024 • 1h 2min

Is it Time for Climate Interventions? | Ep177: Kelly Wanser

In this enlightening discussion, Kelly Wanser, Executive Director of SilverLining, and climate policy advocate Bryony Worthington tackle the hot-button issue of geoengineering. They explore innovative techniques like cloud brightening and stratospheric aerosol injection, weighing their potential benefits against serious risks. The duo delves into the need for robust evidence and governance in implementing these solutions. Highlighting the urgency of climate action, they call for global cooperation and ethical responsibilities, especially among wealthy individuals.
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Mar 26, 2021 • 1h 24min

#95 – Kelly Wanser on whether to deliberately intervene in the climate

In this engaging discussion, Kelly Wanser, founder of SilverLining and advocate for climate intervention research, tackles the urgent need for geoengineering solutions. She highlights innovative methods like cloud manipulation and the ethical complexities surrounding their use. Kelly points out that even with ideal efforts, some global warming is now unavoidable, making proactive strategies critical. The conversation delves into public perception, the risks of misuse in warfare, and the necessity for global cooperation in navigating climate challenges.
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Sep 1, 2019 • 14min

Emergency medicine for our climate fever | Kelly Wanser

Kelly Wanser, a climate innovation activist, dives into the urgent necessity of climate intervention strategies. She discusses the dual effects of industrial emissions—how they can both warm the planet and reflect sunlight. Wanser explores the promising, albeit risky, concept of "cloud brightening" as a potential tool to mitigate climate change. She emphasizes the importance of rapid action and collaborative research to develop innovative solutions that address the health impacts of environmental crises.