/sci/ - Science & Math

>>4017497
So is Venus. As long as you have semi-transparent orbital mirrors encompassing the planet and they're kept in good order, it shouldn't be too much of a problem.

Yo /sci/,
I like thinking about solving the world's problems. I've been thinking about the potable water problem and just read this
http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-08-desalination-technology-key-world-shortage.html
and was curious on peoples' ideas on solving the water problem around the world. My personal favorites are:
http://www.thewatercone.com/Index.html
Very small scale

There was also a link (Can't find) of an idea to dig huge trenches, like rivers and lakes, in the desert and then flood ocean water in to build the humidity level up more inland.

So, /sci/ what are your other ideas/criticisms