– Cloud Seeding – One of the most common techniques, using silver iodide or salt to encourage rain formation. –
– Hail Suppression – Cloud seeding is sometimes used to reduce hailstorms, especially in agricultural areas. –
– Fog Dispersal – Airports often use chemicals like dry ice to disperse fog and improve visibility. –
– Hurricane Modification Attempts – Scientists have tried to weaken hurricanes, but with little consistent success. –
– Environmental Concerns – Weather modification can affect ecosystems and has potential unintended consequences. –
– Military Use – Some countries have explored weather control for strategic advantage, though this is controversial and limited by treaties. –
– Drought Relief – Cloud seeding has been used in drought-prone regions to increase rainfall, with mixed results. –
– Temperature Control – Large-scale efforts to control temperature are theoretical and pose significant technical challenges. –
– Geoengineering – Proposed strategies to combat climate change, such as solar radiation management, aim to alter weather patterns globally. –
Limitations – While we can influence weather to a small degree, full control remains beyond current technology and raises ethical concerns.