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UK Scientists Prepare Controversial £50M Solar Geoengineering Trials

4/28/2025

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UK scientists are gearing up for bold solar geoengineering experiments, backed by a £50 million government investment, to dim the sun and fight climate change. However, critics raise alarms about potential adverse weather impacts and urge that resources be directed towards sustainable energy solutions instead. Approval for these experiments is anticipated soon.

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UK scientists are gearing up for bold solar geoengineering experiments, backed by a £50 million government investment, to dim the sun and fight climate change. However, critics raise alarms about potential adverse weather impacts and urge that resources be directed towards sustainable energy solutions instead. Approval for these experiments is anticipated soon.