We’ve used the Earth’s heat as an industrial energy source for over a century, but geothermal power only plays a minor role in our energy grid. Why? And is that about to change?
Albert Wu
Reporter for Possibly
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Should I idle my car or stop and restart?
Today we’re taking on a question from listener Megan Heinz. She often picks up her son at his school in the car pickup line. And she’s wondering if it’s better for her to turn the car on and off again as the line moves forward, or if she should let the car idle.
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How can governments reduce their greenhouse gas emissions?
We usually talk about how individuals can reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, but what about governments and corporations? Today we’re taking a look at a new European Union plan that aims to help fight global warming.
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Cryptocurrency uses a lot of energy. Does it have to?
Public interest in cryptocurrencies has been on a bit of a rollercoaster over the past few years. But there’s one thing that hasn’t really changed- the massive amount of energy it takes to create them. But why? And does it have to be that way?
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Is natural grass or artificial turf better for the environment?
Nowadays, many athletic fields have been converted from natural grass to artificial turf. Which made us wonder- which option is better for the environment?
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How can we protect bees?
You probably already know that plants with flowers need bees to survive. And so do we, if we want to keep eating fruits and vegetables. You may also have heard that bee populations are dwindling, and we need to protect them. But, how?
