Geoengineering's Unintended Consequences: Record Ocean Warmth and Diminished 'Ship Track' Clouds

Regulations implemented by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) in 2020 to reduce ships' sulfur pollution have led to a significant decrease in the formation of "ship track" clouds, which help cool the planet. However, this reduction in reflective clouds has contributed to faster global warming, particularly in the Atlantic where maritime traffic is dense. The decline in ship tracks serves as evidence that intentionally brightening clouds could potentially cool the planet, highlighting the possibility of geoengineering schemes to combat climate change.