Can Climate Change Make Lightning… Supercharged?

The video discusses how CO2 emissions lead to ocean acidification, affecting marine life and potentially increasing the intensity of lightning strikes. It explains the role of pH in electrical conductivity and presents a study that simulates ocean acidification's impact on lightning. The findings suggest a possible increase in lightning intensity, posing risks to marine infrastructure and wildlife. However, the study's limitations are noted, as lab conditions may not fully replicate real-world scenarios.

What potential consequences could stronger lightning strikes have on ocean infrastructure?

Why do researchers caution against directly applying laboratory findings to real-world ocean conditions?