Summary
Bill Gates expressed that he would back the use of technology to cool the Earth, but only if the planet experiences severe climate changes. He funds research on this technology, known as geoengineering, which aims to moderate global temperatures. He differentiates between supporting research and actually using the technology, emphasizing caution due to potential risks.
Key Facts
- Bill Gates would support using artificial cooling technology if severe climate changes occur.
- This technology is called geoengineering, which involves techniques like solar radiation management.
- Solar radiation management tries to cool the planet by reflecting sunlight back into space.
- Gates funds research at places like Harvard University on solar geoengineering.
- He stresses the difference between researching and deploying the technology.
- Concerns exist about geoengineering affecting efforts to reduce fossil fuel use.
- Private companies, like Stardust Solutions, are also getting involved in the field.
- Geoengineering is a part of ongoing discussions at global climate meetings.
