EU Advisers Call for Moratorium on Solar Geoengineering

The European Commission's scientific advisors have called for a moratorium on solar geoengineering technologies, citing the significant uncertainties and potential risks associated with their deployment. These technologies, which aim to cool the planet by reflecting sunlight, do not address the underlying causes of climate change, such as greenhouse gas emissions. The Group of Chief Scientific Advisors emphasized that while some SRM methods may appear promising, they carry substantial ecological and economic risks, including altered rainfall patterns and impacts on food security. They advocate for prioritizing greenhouse gas emission reductions and propose negotiating a global treaty to regulate SRM technologies. The advisors also stress the importance of continued research, albeit under strict ethical and safety guidelines, as the technologies remain immature. The report reflects growing concerns over the reliance on unproven geoengineering solutions as a temporary fix for climate change.