Controversial Ocean Iron Fertilization Technique Aims for Comeback with New Research

Scientists are proposing to revive ocean iron fertilization (OIF) as a potential solution to climate change. Despite past controversies and international bans, researchers are planning a new set of trials to assess the technique’s effectiveness and ecological impacts. The goal is to use iron to stimulate phytoplankton growth, which can absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. However, concerns remain about potential negative consequences for marine ecosystems.

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