Tackling the Climate Crisis: Doerr Calls for “Speed & Scale”
John Doerr is a key figure in Silicon Valley’s Clean Tech movement, investing in startups at the forefront of this revolution.
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Could Urban Greenspaces Be Even More Green, Economical, and Inclusive?
From trees to green roofs to rain gardens, urban greenspace provides a laundry list of environmental, economic, health, and social benefits to their communities. But between upfront costs and regulatory hurdles, missed opportunities for synergies, and a track record of…
Scientists Work to Harness Power from Hawaii’s Waves
When it comes to renewable energy, Hawaii stands out, with 15 percent of the state's power coming from solar and wind. Now, the state may be pioneering another renewable form of energy: ocean waves. NewsHour Weekend's Megan Thompson visited a…
Could Indoor Farming Help Address Food Shortages?
By 2050, Earth’s population is expected to rise to 10 billion, while the resources on the planet continue to shrink. Researches in the Netherlands are experimenting with one way to feed more people with less: growing crops indoors. NewsHour Weekend’s…
The Climate Monologues
While some kindergarten and preschool teachers have turned to iPads in the classroom others advocate for a different kind of immersive learning, outdoor classrooms. On an island outside of Seattle, Washington, one preschool class is reconnecting with the natural world…