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Geoengineering could expose plane passengers to sulphuric acid

New Scientist · Jul 2, 2026, 3:05 PM

Why this matters: new research or scientific developments with potential real-world impact.

A proposed technique to counter global warming by spraying sun-reflecting particles near the poles would cause commercial flights to pass through clouds of sulphuric acid, posing a danger to passengers and crew

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