This company wants to cool the planet one balloon at a time. Some scientists aren’t buying it

credits, is concerning,\” said Talati. 

As the debate around solar geoengineering continues, Make Sunsets plans to keep launching balloons into the stratosphere. Iseman and Song believe they are making a positive impact, even if it’s just a small one. 

“We are not claiming to be the solution to climate change. We are just offering a potential tool that can be used to help cool the planet,” said Iseman. 

Make Sunsets will continue to sell its SO2-filled balloons to customers who want to offset their carbon footprint and contribute to cooling the Earth. The company believes that every little bit helps in the fight against climate change. 

While the controversy surrounding solar geoengineering and Make Sunsets continues, one thing is clear: the conversation around how to combat climate change is ongoing and complex. With differing opinions from scientists, policymakers, and activists, the future of geoengineering remains uncertain. 

As more research is conducted and more data is gathered, the potential benefits and risks of solar geoengineering will become clearer. For now, Make Sunsets and other companies like it will continue to offer their services, as individuals and governments grapple with the best ways to address the urgent issue of climate change.