The polar caps are melting away and the decrease in the albedo effect could be compensated for by governments and individuals by inverting the tarmac/asphalt colouring system. Thus, instead of using black top layers and white carriageway markings as is presently done, an opposite white-black application would increase the albedo effect the world over with a high average output of reflected rays which would not only compensate for the loss caused by the melting polar caps but also, generally, by making up for carbon emission increases into the atmosphere.
This post was submitted by Victor Cauchi.
I would think the resulting glare caused by the white roads would blind drivers.
Comment by Hallei — February 28, 2010 @ 2:40 am
You guys are brave
Comment by Becca — March 26, 2010 @ 5:25 am