On 9 April 2025, SRM360 hosted a live discussion on the growing debate surrounding moratoria and bans on solar geoengineering. Listen to the episode to explore the differences between bans and moratoria, the pros and cons of each, and policy discussions on the horizon with expert panelists Josh Horton, Julie Vinders, Joe Sonka, and Craig Segall. 

Note, since this recording the U.S. EPA published a new resource on geoenineering.

Why is this relevant now?

• European Commission Review: The Commission is considering proposals for moratoria on certain SRM activities that were recommended by scientific advisors.
• State-Level Bans in the US: More than 25 US states have proposed or adopted a ban on geoengineering.
• Divided academic viewpoints: An influential group of academics have called for a non-use agreement, which includes a ban on outdoor experiments.

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