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Weathering Change: Mitigation, Adaptation, and Suffering

28 February 2013
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(Audio) Researcher Lonnie Thompson says a changing environment will be a part of our future. Now how do we deal with it?

Weathering Change: Glaciers Melt, Water Rises

25 February 2013
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(Audio) Sea level has risen and fallen throughout history but is only problematic now that hundreds of millions live at sea level, says researcher Lonnie Thompson.

Building A Bionic Eye

18 February 2013
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Published in Technology

A Utah engineer helps develop the first bionic eye approved last week by the FDA.

An Invasive Grass is Choking Utah’s Wetlands

14 February 2013
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(Audio) A plant invader is taking over Utah's wetlands and is eating up habitat for millions of migrating birds.

Bills Unveiled that Address Air Quality--KCPW

12 February 2013
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On Monday Utah Democrats announced legislation aimed at addressing air pollution in the state.

Living With Radon Gas

11 February 2013
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Published in Science and Society

It's estimated that one in three homes in Utah have dangerous levels of radon gas. Ross Chambless reports on the dilemma it poses for Utah homeowner, including him.

Canyonlands Resolution Held for a Year--KCPW

08 February 2013
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A resolution calling for greater protection of Utah's Canyonlands was held over for a year of study on Thursday after Republican lawmakers questioned the intent of the legislation.

Climate Change and Utah Wildfires--KCPW

05 February 2013
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Effect of Climate Change on Utah Wildfires Debated at Legislature.

High Tech Snowmaking Fills in for Mother Nature

04 February 2013
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Labor-intensive and high tech, snowmaking is often a resort’s biggest expense. But it remains essential in the age of climate change.

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