Talks on the future of geothermal energy in Nevada at the Energy Solutions Forum
Jack Norbeck from Fervo Energy spoke about geothermal projects in Northern Nevada at UNR in April. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
Cactus Pear: A Fruitful Alternative Crop for Bioenergy Production
Could this prickly desert species be the answer to our sustainable energy needs? By Lupe Alvarez.
How is Climate Change Impacting the UNR Science Community?
The Hitchcock Project’s Science Reporting class asked UNR scientists and science students how climate change is impacting their work. Here’s what they learned.
An Optimistic View of Climate Solutions Based on an Energy Transition
The first speaker of UNR’s Energy Solutions Forum, Chris Field, gave an introduction to climate change-related problems and possible solutions. By Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas.
Fire Weather Extremes Make Prescribed Burns Riskier, But More Essential Than Ever
For Nevada land managers — including many with ties to local tribes — climate change is making it more difficult to put “good” fire on the ground. By Shelby Herbert and Molly Peterson.
Andrew Revkin on Best Practices for Climate Communication
From the Hitchcock Project and “Discover Science” podcast, an interview about climate communication with science journalist Andrew Revkin and UNR professors Sudeep Chandra and Zeb Hogan. By Shelby Herbert.
Changing The Climate
This podcast explores the everyday issues of climate change. Each episode features a conversation with an expert on the topic. Season one is all about wildfires!
Nevada Roots: Ranching & Agriculture in a Drying Climate
With climate change making the Sierra Nevada receive less moisture and become warmer, agriculture in the region will have to learn to adapt to the new conditions.
Warming Temperatures Are Harming Butterfly Populations Across The West
Climate change has resulted in a severe decline in butterfly populations over the past forty years that is likely to continue.
Fire Crews Are Prepping For A Dry Summer, With COVID-19 Mitigations In Place
As the West approaches another dry summer, firefighters are managing prescribed burns — and getting vaccinated.
