Heat Is on These Countries for the Heat
A new analysis calculates each of the world's countries total amount of CO2 pollution, along with responsibility for the ensuing global warming
60-Second Earth
From the trusted pages of Scientific American comes 60-Second Earth, a weekly audio snapshot dedicated to the planet's most pressing stories. Each episode is a compact, carefully researched report that cuts through the noise, delivering clear insights into environmental science, climate research, and the evolving technologies that shape our energy future. You'll hear updates on everything from shifting ecosystems and conservation efforts to breakthroughs in renewable power and policy debates, all grounded in scientific rigor. The beauty of this podcast lies in its efficiency; it respects your time while deepening your understanding of the natural world. Released every Sunday, these minute-long segments are designed to fit seamlessly into your day, offering a quick but substantive dose of knowledge about the forces changing our environment. It’s the perfect way to stay informed on essential earth science without needing to block out a large portion of your schedule, making complex topics accessible and immediately relevant.
Episodes
Cold Outside? Forecast Calls for an Uptick in Global Warming Disbelief
The temperature outside governs most people's response to climate change. David Biello reports
The Biggest Stories on Earth
David Biello looks back at the big environmental stories of the year covered on 60-Second Earth
Don't Treat Old Gadgets Like Garbage
E-waste is a large--and growing--problem that can be addressed by thoughtful disposal, David Biello reports
How Many Partridges Are Really in that Pear Tree?
The annual Christmas Bird Count is revealing big changes in the avian world, thanks to us ground-dwellers. David Biello reports
Blame Heat Waves on Loss of Arctic Sea Ice
New research suggests a link between the precipitous meltdown of Arctic summer sea ice and broiling heat waves. David Biello reports
Dandruff Shampoo Could Mess Up Waterways
Toxicity testing on shampoo that fights flakes reveals that it's bad for plants and animals once it's in wastewater. David Biello reports
Human Health Depends on a Healthy Environment
A new study examines the links between environmental degradation and human illness. David Biello reports
Burying Coal Ash for Good
Five years later, what lessons have been learned from the Christmas coal ash spill? David Biello investigates
Ozone Hole History Offers Climate Lesson
The Montreal Protocol aimed to fix the ozone hole but it also delayed global warming. David Biello reports
