Ruben Girlsberth: Cloud Disappearance in Europe, Conspiracy or Reality?

Ruben Girlsberth and the Theory of Vanishing European Clouds: Between Geoengineering and Skepticism

A video by influencer Ruben Girlsberth has reignited the debate on climate manipulation in Europe. His thesis: clouds are being removed from the continent, causing unbearable heatwaves. The idea is not new but has found particular resonance in forums discussing everything from alleged estela spraying to geoclimatic radars capable of ionizing the atmosphere. Is there any truth to this, or is it just another theory fueled by distrust of the official narrative?

The Argument's Basis: From Estela to Radars
Proponents of the theory claim that persistent contrails are not water vapor but aerosols that dissipate clouds. A recurring point is the case of Iran: after US radars were bombed in the region, rain returned trinc a long drought. Some argue those radars were modifying the weather. Historical military programs like Operation Popeye in Vietnam, where clouds were seeded to extend monsoons, are also cited. The lingering question is: if weather can be modified to cause rain, why not to stop it?

Skeptical Voices: "Climate Cannot Be Altered"
Against these claims, one current emphasizes that large-scale climate modification is technologically unfeasible. It is noted that the EU's surface area would require an impossible fleet of planes to "steal" clouds. Consulted aerospace engineers admit they have no knowledge of the matter, fueling suspicion that information is compartmentalized. Others argue heatwaves have more earthly explanations: lack of forest cover and poor land management.

The Forest Factor: Does Spain Lack Trees?
One derived debate questions the loss of forest mass. While some assert Spain is the third country in Europe for tree-covered area, others counter with citizen perception: "it's all bare." Worldometers data indicates Spain indeed has more forest mass than France, but recurrent fires and the replacement of oak forests with solar panels create a desert-like sensation. The underlying issue is whether the lack of shade and humidity contributes to extreme heat, beyond conspiracy theories.

The Confusing Data
Nevertheless, the paradox persists: Spain has more trees than its neighbors, yet heatwaves are merciless. While some point to estela and others to administrative neglect, the fact remains that summer 2025 is leaving records hard to explain solely through climate change. Perhaps the answer lies not in the sky, but in the ground we walk on.