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Cloud Seeding Effectiveness

The effectiveness of cloud seeding in increasing precipitation.

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Jan 28, 2026
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Which U.S. states currently conduct cloud seeding programs and what oversight exists for them?

is actively practiced in at least nine states — , , , , , , , and — and is largely implemented and funded at local or state levels rather than by a unified federal program . Oversight is a patchwork o...

Jan 30, 2026
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How effective is cloud seeding at increasing water supplies long‑term, based on peer‑reviewed studies?

Peer‑reviewed and government-reviewed studies generally find that can increase precipitation but the magnitude is highly variable—most rigorous reviews put typical enhancements in the 0–20% range whil...

Feb 6, 2026

Which U.S. states currently operate active cloud‑seeding programs and how are they funded?

states reported active cloud‑seeding programs as of mid‑2024: , , , , , , , and , according to federal reporting summarized by and the . a patchwork of state appropriations, local water‑district payme...

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