University of Washington pauses climate change experiment on USS Hornet in Alameda

The city of Alameda is ordering the University of Washington to stop a controversial experiment on the USS Hornet.The University of Washington has paused an atmospheric science experiment on the USS Hornet in Alameda after the city requested to review the study." on the decommissioned aircraft carrier. It is a part of the Coastal Aerosol Research and Engagement Program, also known as CAARE.

The experiments sought to find out if saltwater particles can reflect heat back into space to possibly slow global warming.

According to the statement, the USS Hornet had welcomed the studies, but the city put a stop to it citing health and environmental safety concerns after hiring a consultant firm for an independent review. The university says they agreed to the pause while the review is conducted. "We are happy to support their review and it has been a highly constructive process so far," the statement said. "We continue to appreciate our engagement with the community on the nature of this type of research study, which is not designed to impact clouds, the environment or climate."

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