"Unveiling the Impact of Supervolcano Eruptions on Global Climate"
New research from NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies and Columbia University suggests that extreme volcanic super-eruptions may not lead to as severe cooling of Earth's surface temperatures as previously estimated. Using advanced computer modeling, the study found that post-eruption cooling would likely not exceed 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit, challenging previous estimates ranging from 3.6 to 14 degrees Fahrenheit. The study focused on the influence of microscopic sulfur particles injected into the atmosphere and their impact on temperature changes. The findings raise questions about the potential for geoengineering to combat global warming and highlight the need for further research on volcanic aerosol particle sizes.
