Possibly
Possibly
The Public's Radio
Possibly looks at the science behind proposed environmental solutions - helping you cut through the noise and make choices that, possibly, will make a difference.
Is A Real Or Artificial Christmas Tree Better For The Environment?
Artificial trees create more greenhouse gas emissions during production since they are made of plastic. Because real trees take in CO2 so when they grow, they have a negative carbon footprint.
Nov 30, 2020
3 min
What kind of turkey should I buy?
Today, we're talking turkey. With the holidays coming up, you can choose a bird that is free-range, organic, or conventional. But what’s the difference between them? And which type of turkey is best for the planet?
Nov 23, 2020
3 min
What would happen if we stopped creating greenhouse gas emissions right now?
Today, we have a thought experiment on our minds. What would happen if we stopped creating greenhouse gas emissions right now? Would climate change be over?
Nov 16, 2020
3 min
What happens to wind turbines when they wear out?
Wind turbines have been popping up across the world as a more sustainable way to create electricity. But these turbines can’t last forever, and not all of their parts can be recycled. In this episode, we look into what happens to wind turbines when they wear out.
Nov 9, 2020
3 min
What's the energy cost of using the internet?
Over the last few months, many of us have turned to digital devices to stay connected. We wondered: how much energy are we using with all of this time online?
Nov 3, 2020
3 min
What really happens when you recycle paper?
Today we have a question about paper recycling. What happens after you throw paper into the blue bin? How much of that paper actually gets reused? And is it worth the energy it takes to process it?
Oct 26, 2020
3 min
Is there a safe way to get rid of mosquitoes that spread disease?
Did you ever wish you could wave a wand and get rid of all of those pesky mosquitoes? Especially the ones that spread serious diseases like zika, triple E and malaria? Some scientists think they have a solution.
Oct 19, 2020
3 min
Is driving an RV across the country worse than flying? Part 2
Earlier this year, we did an episode comparing emissions for flying versus driving the same distance. But what if you're driving an RV? Megan runs the number with Stephen after she finishes her own cross-country trip.
Oct 13, 2020
4 min
Is driving an RV across the country worse than flying?
Earlier this year, we did an episode comparing emissions for flying versus driving the same distance. But what if you're driving an RV?
Oct 5, 2020
3 min
Is it worth it to buy environmentally-friendly feminine hygiene products?
If you flip through magazines or social media today, you might come across advertisements for environmentally-friendly feminine hygiene products. We wondered if they were worth the investment.
Sep 29, 2020
3 min
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