Poll: Trash on Everest

May 12, 2009

I was really stunned to read Alyssa Danigelis' blog today about trash on Everest. I've heard that there is a problem with trash on the mountain, but didn't realize the extent of it. The thing that stuns me most is that even the most basic hiker, camper, or backpacker has heard of the "leave no trace" policy, the idea of carrying out what you carrying in. So what's up with the Everest folks? Are they special because they're taking a greater risk? Or should they be held to stricter guidelines because the place they're exploring is revered so? What do you think?

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Which Wide Angle topic should I tackle first?

May 05, 2009

I can't decide which Wide Angle I should explore for the week of May 25. So I'm throwing it out to you guys. You have until May 18 to cast your vote. Thanks!

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Poll: Would You Clone a Dead Pet?

April 27, 2009

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For Earth Day, Take the Poll

April 22, 2009

Geo-engineering, or using technology to purposely cool the climate, is officially on the radar. President Obama's science adviser John Holdren is talking about, the National Academy of Sciences is meeting about it, DARPA is considering funding it, British Parliament is discussing it, as are a host of international scientists. So what are the various types of projects being considered? And would they mitigate rising temps or just make matters worse? We explore these questions and more on this Wide Angle: Engineering Earth. Or you can watch a short video that summarizes the concepts. Once you have some understanding, take the survey and let us know what you think.

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