Publications
Insights
A collection of opinion pieces, newsletters, and brief publications from our team members and expert contributors.
Research Publications
Scientific research papers from researchers supported through the Safe Climate Research Initiative.
Near Term Climate Risk and Intervention: A Roadmap for Research, U.S. Research Investment and International Scientific Cooperation
A roadmap for the essential research and investments required to assess rapid climate interventions and their potential to reduce the catastrophic risks of near-term climate change.
Published on Jun 30, 2022
by SilverLining
Ensuring a Safe Climate: A National Imperative for Research in Climate Intervention and Earth System Prediction
SilverLining’s report for U.S. policymakers highlights society’s exposure to near-term climate risks and the need for research in technological interventions in climate as part of a broad portfolio of responses to ensure safety.
Published on April 1, 2019
by SilverLining
Climate Intervention: The Case for Research
In a new paper published by C2ES and SilverLining, climate law experts and advisors to SilverLining Sue Biniaz and Dan Bodansky discuss the role and nature of the research necessary to enable decision-making about interventions that might play a role in addressing near-term climate risks.
Published on Oct 26, 2020
by Dan Bodansky and Sue Biniaz
Solar Climate Intervention: Options for International Assessment and Decision-Making
Climate law experts explore feasible options for assessing solar climate intervention and governing it internationally. They consider the interconnected "two safeties": the safety of the global climate and the safety of potential SCI. Additionally, they outline a science-based approach for international cooperation in governing SCI research and potential usage.
Published on Jul 13, 2020
by Dan Bodansky and Sue Biniaz
Think Globally, Govern Locally: Designing a National Research Program on Near-Term Climate Risks and Possible Interventions
In the third paper of the international policy series by C2ES and SilverLining, the authors authors outline the elements of a model national program aimed at providing information in a timely, safe, and open manner to allow for evaluation by policymakers and the public.
Published on April 1, 2021
by Dan Bodansky and Kelly Wanser
Recommendations for the Biden-Harris Administration Plan for Climate Change and Environmental Justice
Climate change poses near-term risks to the safety of the United States and the world that are not adequately understood and are not addressed by measures for reducing greenhouse gases alone. These must be addressed as part of a comprehensive climate plan.
Published on Dec 21, 2020
by SilverLining
U.S. National Survey: Terminology for Approaches for Directly Influencing Climate
The terms used to describe approaches to directly influence the Earth's climate to reduce global warming drive understanding of the topic. A nationwide survey of more than 1,000 registered voters found that compared to the term 'geoengineering,' the term 'climate intervention' yields better comprehension of the issue, sounds safer, and is viewed more favorably by respondents who are concerned about climate change.
Published on Nov 12, 2020
by Patrick Ruffini and Eleanor O'Neill, Echelon Insights