Scientists Are Tinkering With Clouds to Save the Great Barrier Reef
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Super-reflective clouds could shelter coral from scorching sunlight. But environmentalists are concerned that such plans could prolong our addiction to fossil fuels.
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Scientists try 'cloud brightening' to protect Great Barrier Reef
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