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“To be clear, geoengineering won't solve global warming. It's not a 'techno-fix.' It would be enormously risky and almost certainly lead to troubling unforeseen consequences.” quote by Jamais Cascio
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“To be clear, geoengineering won't solve global warming. It's not a 'techno-fix.' It would be enormously risky and almost certainly lead to troubling unforeseen consequences.”

Jamais Cascio

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Source Article: Wired, 2010

Geoengineering is a risky, uncertain fix that could cause unforeseen harms.

In simple terms: Tech fixes for climate are dangerous.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize emission reductions over geoengineering.

Themes

climate geoengineering risk uncertainty

Mood

cautious skeptical

Type

environmental policy

When to use this quote

  • government policy
  • corporate strategy
  • public debate
  • academic research

Key Concepts

environmental science policy analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards are needed?
  • Can we predict side effects?
A Different Perspective

Geoengineering may still be pursued despite risks.

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