A Practical Introduction to Solar Geoengineering Governance & Policy
The Governance & Policy module introduces the key frameworks, risks, and questions shaping how solar geoengineering is—or isn’t—governed. It offers accessible overviews of existing regulatory systems, emerging governance gaps, and the unique challenges posed by a technology that could alter the climate at a global scale. This module highlights pressing concerns such as rogue deployment, moral hazard, and the “slippery slope” of research expansion, providing essential context for understanding the governance debate.
In addition to outlining core concepts, the module explores potential tools and mechanisms for solar geoengineering oversight, including international cooperation, capacity building, and public engagement. It draws comparisons from other high-risk technologies to show what lessons might, or might not, apply. Whether you're a policymaker, researcher, or civil society actor, this module equips you with the background needed to engage with solar geoengineering policy discussions in a thoughtful, informed way.