SciFri Radio: Climate Change

SciFri Radio: Extinctions from Algae?
Many scientists attribute the world's great extinction events to major catastrophes such as asteroid strikes and massive volcanic eruptions. We'll...

SciFri Radio: Climate Policy Who's Who
We get the forecast for domestic climate change policy in the months ahead.

SciFri Radio: Warming in the Arctic
New research looks at the effects of climate change on Arctic species.

SciFri Radio: Engineering Earth's Climate Could Be Dangerous
Geoengineering could cool the Earth a few degrees, but with what consequences?

SciFri Radio: Paint the Town White
Replacing dark roofing and pavement with lighter, more reflective materials could reduce temperatures in cities and offset significant quantities...

SciFri Radio: The Disappearing Mississippi Delta
Rising sea levels and not enough sediment replenishment may make much of the Mississippi Delta 'drown' by the year 2100, according to a new study.

SciFri Radio: Concrete and Carbon
How big a role does concrete manufacture play in greenhouse gas emissions? New research says it may be less than previously thought.

SciFri Radio: Obama, Congress, and Climate Change
We'll get an update on the prospects for US policy dealing with climate change. Will the government be able to make progress on climate change...

SciFri Radio: Rapid Alaskan Erosion
A 40-mile stretch of Alaskan coastline is eroding at a rate of 45 feet per year. We'll talk with a researcher studying the rapid crumbling of the...

SciFri Radio: NOAA Administrator Jane Lubchenco
Earlier this month, Jane Lubchenco was confirmed as the administrator of NOAA. We'll talk with her this hour.

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SciFri Newsbriefs: Climate Change

Newsbrief: Garbage Truck 2.0
Part refinery, part generator, a new portable machine eats trash and makes fuel.

Newsbrief: Can't see the Tundra for the Trees
A study in Canada revealed that the tundra is shrinking in response to global warming.

Newsbrief: CO2 Rising Ever Faster
Carbon dioxide emissions are accelerating everywhere and even the IPCC didn't see it coming. What explains the increase?

Newsbrief: US Mortality Likely To Rise As Climate Changes
Increases in extreme hot weather due to global warming may lead to increased mortality. Which cities will be hit hardest?

Newsbrief: Shrinking Coral
A new study shows dramatic coral declines at protected and unprotected reefs alike.

Newsbrief: Trouble in the Tropics
Tropical species may be at greatest risk for extinction due to climate change.

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