In a shocking twist, scientists have discovered that reducing air pollution is actually accelerating global warming. A new study reveals that as the skies get cleaner, clouds are becoming less reflective — allowing more heat to reach Earth’s surface. This unexpected climate paradox could mean our fight against pollution is also speeding up the climate crisis.
:fog: The research shows a nearly 3% drop in cloud reflectivity per decade over two of the planet’s fastest-warming ocean zones. Around 70% of this is linked to falling pollution levels. While cleaner air saves lives, it also means fewer particles in the sky to help clouds bounce sunlight back into space.
:light_bulb: Could “marine cloud brightening” — spraying seawater to enhance cloud reflectivity — be the solution? Or will it unleash even more climate chaos?
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