About this lesson
A closer look
Compare carbon dioxide removal and solar radiation management, including afforestation, carbon capture, ocean fertilization, and changes to cloud reflectivity. This reading examines possible ecosystem effects, governance questions, and the research needed to evaluate proposed interventions. A glossary supports the scientific vocabulary.
Suggested grade level
Grades 9–12
Suggested teaching range based on the reading, vocabulary, and classroom activity. Younger students may benefit from teacher-guided reading.
Source material
Adapted from Russell, L. M., et al. (2012), “Ecosystem impacts of geoengineering.”
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