EPA Releases Online Resources on Geoengineering, Contrails Transparency

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin has announced the release of comprehensive online resources providing all the agency's scientific knowledge on geoengineering and contrails, aiming to address public concerns and promote transparency. The new EPA resources explain the science behind contrails, debunk myths about harmful chemical or biological agent releases, and clarify that the U.S. government is not currently engaged in large-scale solar geoengineering deployment. Zeldin emphasized the agency's commitment to honesty and transparency in response to growing public questions, especially amidst recent extreme weather events causing significant fatalities. The resources also discuss the potential risks of geoengineering, such as ozone depletion, acid rain, and impacts on crops and weather patterns. This initiative reflects the EPA's acknowledgment of public reservations and its effort to counter misinformation while providing science-based information. High-profile endorsements, including from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., highlight the political significance of the EPA's transparency push under the Trump administration.