Polar Vortex or Not?
Was the recent cold wave a function of the polar vortex or another atmospheric phenomenon?
Science
science based posts
Picture a Scientist
Picture a Scientist is a good documentary about the challenges facing women in science.
A New Canada Water Agency
The federal government wants to create a new Canada Water Agency – and they’re looking for your input.
Aridification vs. Drought
Long term drought is being reclassified as aridification.
Coal and Water in Alberta
Albertans are weighing their options – coal or water on the Eastern Slopes of the Canadian Rockies?
The Former Scientist
This past weekend I read Lynn Martel’s new book, Stories of Ice, and really enjoyed the focus on glaciers of western Canada and the adventure, … Read more
Thunderbolts and Lightning
This past Sunday and Monday we had the excitement of observing both a rare thunderstorm and the measures taken to fight the resulting wildfires.
Ground Truth
Ruby McConnell writes with clarity and feeling about geology and personal life in this series of personal essays.
Tipping Points
Tipping points are critical in environmental systems, but also in our personal lives.
Life in the Time of Coronavirus
This is my attempt to report on the everyday life of an everyday person during the COVID19 pandemic.
