Article: “Could parasols in space counter global warming? Israeli scientists want to find out”
February 6, 2024
Israeli scientists at the Technion propose using space parasols to mitigate global warming by building a prototype shield to block solar radiation, potentially reducing Earth’s temperature by 1.5°C within 2 years. Led by Prof. Yoram Rozen, the team plans to deploy shades at Lagrange Point One, 1.5 million kilometers from Earth, aiming to control solar energy reaching the planet's surface. The $10-20 million prototype aims to demonstrate feasibility for larger-scale implementation. Rozen emphasizes proving the concept rather than providing a complete solution, suggesting the potential effectiveness of such technology. The project marks a significant step in exploring innovative methods to address climate change.
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*Image: A visualization of the space shield proposed by a team of scientists at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology's Asher Space Research Institute (ASRI)