Introduction to GLOBE: Atmosphere

by Alice | Sep 23, 2024 | Uncategorized

An introduction to the GLOBE Atmosphere Investigation Area and the GLOBE protocols associated with the atmosphere.

Permafrost Change: What It Means to Alaskans and How We Can Adapt

by Natalie Osborne | Feb 11, 2019 | Uncategorized

Factsheet on the potential effects of thawing permafrost on Alaska’s permafrost on vegetation, water supplies, transportation, infrastructure, and human health with a discussion of how Alaskans can adapt. Free download from Alaska Sea Grant Bookstore.

Sea Level Rise and Storm Surge: What It Means to Alaskans and How We Can Adapt

by Natalie Osborne | Feb 11, 2019 | Uncategorized

Factsheet on the potential effects of a warmer global climate that is causing glaciers and ice sheets to melt, which sends more water into the sea, and thermal expansion of the ocean, with the resul of a sea level that is slowly rising. Alaskans Potential adaptation...

State Works with Communities on Coastal Erosion Response

by Natalie Osborne | Feb 11, 2019 | Uncategorized

2017 newspaper article describes community-based efforts and methods for monitoring coastal erosion in Bristol Bay

Inupiat Work to Preserve Food and Traditions on Alaska’s North Slope

by Natalie Osborne | Feb 11, 2019 | Uncategorized

Article describes the challenges of preserving food in ice cellars as temperatures warm and describes innovative solutions involving science principles, technology and engineering.