Experiments to 'dim the Sun'
Sector: Nuclear • Location: United Kingdom
Source: BBC
The UK is funding nearly £60 million for geo-engineering experiments aimed at reflecting sunlight to achieve global cooling. These experiments will explore techniques such as Solar Radiation Modification (SRM), which includes thickening Arctic sea ice and enhancing cloud reflectivity.
- Status
- Prospective
- Sector
- Nuclear, Solar
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- BBC
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Description | The UK is funding nearly £60 million for geo-engineering experiments aimed at reflecting sunlight to achieve global cooling. These experiments will explore techniques such as Solar Radiation Modification (SRM), which includes thickening Arctic sea ice and enhancing cloud reflectivity. |
Original sector | Climate Engineering |
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Country | United Kingdom (UK) |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Nuclear, Solar |
Article published date | 2025-05-12 |
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