White House Wants To Block Sunlight To Save Planet From 'Global Warming'
In spite of the recent warning from the European Commission about the potential "unintended consequences" of large-scale interventions like solar engineering to combat so-called 'climate change,' the White House has published a report expressing the Biden administration's desire to manipulate planetary systems by blocking sunlight in order to save the planet.
The report, mandated by Congress and released by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, reveals the administration's keen interest in exploring "geoengineering" methods to obstruct sunlight. Their argument is that the planet is supposedly on the verge of destruction due to a burning climate crisis. According to the report, conducting research on solar radiation modification (SRM) would provide better insights into the risks and benefits associated with incorporating SRM into climate policy, alongside traditional approaches such as greenhouse gas emissions reduction and adaptation measures.
The report further claims that SRM could potentially cool the planet significantly within a few years. Nevertheless, the White House clarified in a statement that there are currently no plans to establish a comprehensive research program specifically dedicated to solar radiation modification.
It is important to note that the report is not attached to any official government policy. The administration emphasizes that it was prepared in response to Congress's request.
Interestingly, the release of this report came just one day after the European Commission outlined the potential risks and unintended consequences of manipulating planetary systems to combat global warming. The commission expressed concern about the poorly understood risks, impacts, and unintended consequences associated with such technologies. They argue that the lack of developed rules, procedures, and institutions poses significant challenges.
The risks associated with solar radiation modification and similar techniques are numerous and concerning. These technologies introduce new risks to both human populations and ecosystems, while potentially exacerbating power imbalances between nations. Additionally, they raise ethical, legal, governance, and political concerns.
The idea of blocking the sun's rays on a global scale using artificial particles, all in the name of 'climate change,' is gaining momentum. However, it is essential to consider the significant risks involved. The potential harm to biodiversity and global agriculture should not be taken lightly. Moreover, the prospect of altering global weather patterns through these technologies is deeply alarming, especially considering the Biden administration's eagerness to explore them.
