Matthew Gidden

Matthew Gidden is a senior researcher at the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) and the Center for Global Sustainability at the University of Maryland, USA. He is known for his work in the fields of energy, climate, and environmental research. Recently, he contributed to a study published in 'Nature' that revealed the limitations of geological carbon storage, highlighting that its potential to reduce global warming is significantly lower than previously estimated. Gidden emphasizes the need for cautious and responsible management of carbon storage as a finite resource, essential for achieving long-term climate goals while minimizing risks to human health and the environment.