New tool for gauging public opinion reveals skepticism of climate engineering
Monday, February 1, 2016 - 15:53
in Earth & Climate
Members of the public find the risks of climate engineering technology more likely than any of the benefits, according to an article. Such research is crucial because even if the goal of reducing global temperatures by two degrees Celsius is achieved, it will not halt the impacts of global climate change, including sea-level rise, shifts in rainfall, and extreme weather events. Given this context, a growing number of scientists are advocating for climate engineering technologies, also referred to as "geoengineering."