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What’s a more sustainable way to store our cheese?
In part two of Possibly’s series on the dairy industry, we’re turning our attention to an age-old method used to efficiently store cheese.
What creates more carbon pollution: beef or dairy?
We talk a lot about the carbon pollution that comes along with eating beef, but this week on Possibly we’re asking: what about eating dairy? How do they compare?
Can you recycle receipts?
This week on Possibly we explain why the paper that receipts are printed on can add a lot of complications, for recycling, and for your health too.
How is climate change altering the truffle industry?
These rare mushrooms are famous for their intense flavor, and their expensive price. But climate change may be driving those prices even higher.
Where did the idea of a carbon footprint come from?
“Reducing your footprint” became one of the most familiar ways to talk about climate change, but why did that framing catch on? And what does it leave out?
How is art bringing attention to air quality?
With colorful windsocks and a gazebo, Providence artist Eli Nixon developed an art installation to bring attention to the air quality around the Port of Providence. This week on Possibly, we take a closer look.
Can you run a cargo ship on batteries?
This week on Possibly we’re taking a look at the ships that carry our goods around the world. What would it look like to take fossil fuels out of the equation?
How can smell improve Rhode Island’s Air Quality?
A research team at Brown called Breathe Providence is asking people to track what they smell, in an effort to better understand air pollution in Rhode Island.
Activists are migrating a tree north from Florida. Is that a good idea?
With assisted migration, humans help move plant species into areas more suitable for their growth. But are there potential downsides to this human-led movement?
Should you replace your windows for energy efficiency?
Possibly co-founder Stephen Porder has been on a home energy efficiency journey. We check in to see how his latest addition, new windows, are impacting the energy efficiency and comfort of the home.
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