Synopsis
Scientists have discovered "Global Dimming". We are getting less sunlight every year since the 1950's. There is time to avoid a catastrophe if the political will is there.
- Programme: Horizon
- Episode: Global Dimming
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2005
- Geography | Environment | Sustainability
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