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Are sewers the best way to deal with stormwater?

Paved surfaces like roads, sidewalks, and driveways send stormwater into our sewers. This week on Possibly we explore engineering solutions that can help keep sewers and waterways clean.

What’s it like to own an electric car?

Possibly’s host Megan Hall and her family made the switch to an electric car. In this episode, originally aired in 2023, we explain what owning an EV is actually like.

Why is it so cold in libraries?

One librarian told us she has to bring a hat and gloves to work in the summer. The Possibly team breaks down the science behind freezing cold libraries.

What if polluters had to pay for the effects of climate change?

The Rhode Island General Assembly considered a law this year to charge fossil fuel emitters for the costs of climate change. Possibly spoke with a co-sponsor of the bill about what comes next.

Can regenerative grazing make meat more sustainable?

Regenerative cattle grazing gained momentum as a way to make beef production more climate-friendly. But on the ground, the actual results get complicated.

What’s Holding Back Glass Recycling in the US?

How can we prepare for heat waves?

How do fireworks affect the environment?

Can owls help farms use fewer chemicals?

What are seed libraries?

In Los Angeles, a new crop of curbside libraries are helping communities recover after last year’s wildfires. But instead of books, these libraries are full of seeds.

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