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Scientists have recently developed innovative methods to slow down the melting of Arctic ice by thickening it, offering a potential solution to combat the effects of climate change. One notable approach involves pumping seawater onto the surface of thin ice during winter months. This water then freezes, forming a thicker layer of ice that can last longer through the summer.

Moving towards renewable:

In an even more sustainable twist, recent trials have used hydrogen-powered pumps, marking a shift towards renewable energy in these interventions. While the concept shows potential, scaling up this effort to cover vast areas of the Arctic remains a challenge.

Possible negative effects:

There are concerns about possible negative effects on local ecosystems, such as reduced snow cover, which might harm wildlife. Experts suggest that while these technologies could delay the impacts of climate change, they are not permanent fixes but rather temporary measures that buy time for broader climate solutions.

This approach highlights both the innovation and the difficulties involved in tackling Arctic ice loss, which continues to be a pressing global issue as ice melt accelerates due to rising temperatures​.

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