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Furthermore, the Earth's climate system is highly complex. Changing one variable may have unintended consequences on weather patterns, precipitation, and ecosystems. There’s also the issue of global governance: who decides when and how to deploy such technologies? The decision-making process must be transparent, inclusive, and equitable, especially regarding vulnerable nations in the Global South that are most at risk but least responsible for the problem.
Scientists emphasize that research at this stage is about understanding, not deploying. It’s crucial to explore the benefits, risks, and ethical implications before any large-scale implementation.