The concept may seem far-fetched at first, but as you read on, it actually makes sense.
Szapudi aims to reduce solar radiation by 1.7 percent — a critical estimate to prevent a catastrophic rise in global temperatures.
The shield itself would constitute only 1 percent of the weight —approximately 35,000 tons — it's also the only part that would need to be launched from Earth.
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