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African Nations Reject Solar Geoengineering at UN Talks

12/8/2025

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African nations pressed for a 'non-use' agreement on solar geoengineering at UN talks in Nairobi.
They oppose unproven techniques that reflect sunlight to cool the planet, citing environmental, ethical, and geopolitical risks.
They warn of altered rainfall and a temperature spike if interventions stop.
Their opposition led to withdrawal of a Swiss-backed resolution on solar radiation modification.
Mexico has banned experiments, and the United Kingdom has begun funding research.

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African nations pressed for a 'non-use' agreement on solar geoengineering at UN talks in Nairobi.
They oppose unproven techniques that reflect sunlight to cool the planet, citing environmental, ethical, and geopolitical risks.
They warn of altered rainfall and a temperature spike if interventions stop.
Their opposition led to withdrawal of a Swiss-backed resolution on solar radiation modification.
Mexico has banned experiments, and the United Kingdom has begun funding research.