ClimateSeptember 2, 2026
technofixes
TEK-no-fik-sez
Definition
Technological solutions or interventions that are proposed to solve complex systemic problems, often criticized for being overly simplistic or speculative.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau blending 'technology'—derived from the Greek 'tekhne' (art or craft)—and 'fix', referring to a solution to a problem. It gained popularity in the late 20th century to describe the belief that engineering can solve societal or environmental challenges.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe skeptics' views on carbon removal technology, warning that relying on such unproven solutions is not a substitute for the necessary phaseout of fossil fuels.
World must prepare for ‘reality’ of missing 1.5C goal: UN
Read the full article ↗CP24