Assessing the influence of solar radiation modification on precipitation and temperature extremes in Santiago Island, Cape Verde
Host institution University of Cape Verde
Grant year 2025
Project summary
Climate change is significantly impacting small island nations like Cabo Verde, leading to rising temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns, and increased drought frequency. This study will examine how SRM could influence extreme weather events, specifically precipitation and temperature extremes, on Santiago Island, Cabo Verde. The island’s climate is shaped by the West African Monsoon and dust from the Sahara, making it highly sensitive to atmospheric changes. While SRM is expected to lower overall temperatures, it may also disrupt rainfall patterns, potentially exacerbating water shortages in an already drought-prone region.
