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UK trial targets airplane contrails to reduce atmospheric heat trapping

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A new trial is underway in the UK to mitigate the impact of airplane condensation trails, also known as contrails. These trails can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to climate change. The initiative aims to reduce the formation and persistence of these trails. AI

RANK_REASON The item discusses a trial related to environmental impact, not a core AI development, and is not a significant industry event.

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UK trial targets airplane contrails to reduce atmospheric heat trapping

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    A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. Source: BBC News Technology https://www. bbc.

    A new UK trial hopes to reduce the condensation trails from planes, which can trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere. Source: BBC News Technology https://www. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c62em5 lpvnjo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss # AI

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