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Should we be eating more seafood?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  When you think of a...

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How does plastic waste end up in the ocean?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Many of us have seen...

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Should I buy electric power tools?

This episode was originally published in April, 2021. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with...

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What’s the impact of our constantly running refrigerators on the climate?

Almost everyone has a refrigerator in their house and it’s on all the time. So, what’s the impact of cooling down our food?  This episode was first published in August, 2021. Megan Hall: So, why are...

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What kind of turkey should I buy?

This episode originally aired in November, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected...

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What kind of holiday lights should I buy?

This episode originally aired on December, 15, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with...

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How will we deal with oil spills in the future?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re talking...

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Is cultivated meat coming to your plate?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Growing, harvesting,...

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How do I Recycle Damaged Clothes or Fabric?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re talking...

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What’s the best way to get rid of my food scraps? 

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re revisiting...

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Nuts for sustainability

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  This episode, we’re...

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Is it worth it to buy environmentally-friendly feminine hygiene products?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet, and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.   If you flip through...

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What really happens when you recycle paper?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today we have a...

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What’s the energy cost of using the internet?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Over the last few...

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What happens to wind turbines when they wear out?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we have a...

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What would happen if we stopped creating greenhouse gas emissions right now?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we have a...

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How does hydropower work?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Hydroelectric power is...

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What’s one thing kids can do to fight climate change?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re answering...

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What’s the best way to get solar power?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we have a...

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Do my clothes release harmful particles when I wash them?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today we have a...

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What does ‘Net Zero’ really mean?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Megan Hall: If you...

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How does the color of the ground affect climate change?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Megan Hall: Take a look...

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What kind of water heater should I buy?

There are a lot of options when it comes to how you heat your water at home. But not all of them use energy efficiently, and some methods contribute to a substantial amount of greenhouse gas...

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What’s happening to all of the insects?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  [insect buzzing noise]...

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Take out battles: Rhode Island vs France

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall. I order a lot of takeout...

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How do I get renewable energy for my home?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  How would you like to...

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Using Art to Unpack Climate Change

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Megan Hall: On our...

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Is it worth it to pay more for organic meat?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Megan Hall: These days,...

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Can we address climate change by removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  On our show, we talk a...

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Can you really compost compostable plastics?

This episode originally aired on September 15, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with...

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Are white roofs really “cool”?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re going to...

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Is using a soda maker more energy efficient than buying seltzer by the can?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we have a...

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Is climate change affecting our allergies?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  For the past few weeks...

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How to cut electricity use while cooling your home

This episode originally aired on September 8, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with...

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What is ‘shaving the peak?’

This episode was first published on August 31, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with...

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What happens when you use fertilizer on your lawn?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  What does it take to...

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How is climate change affecting our food?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’re going to...

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Does global warming cause extreme weather?

This episode of Possibly originally aired on April 21, 2020. In the Northeast, we can expect longer periods without any rain. But when it does rain, it’ll be heavier, which leads to more floods. We’ll...

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Is there a safe way to get rid of mosquitoes that spread disease?

The Public’s Radio · Possibly – Mosquitoes This episode was originally published on October 20, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and...

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What is the most environmentally-friendly option for diapers?

Today, we have a question from listener Rachael Corr. “I’m expecting my first child and have thought a lot about all the diapers that just end up in the landfill,” Corr says. “What is the most...

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How can we prepare for heat waves?

Here at Possibly, we wondered – in a warming world, what can we do to prepare our cities for more hot weather?  Megan Hall: Possibly’s Isha Chawla and Fatima Husain looked into this question. Isha,...

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Possibly: Should you rent your clothes instead of buying them?

This episode originally aired in August, 2020. Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected...

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Why does Bitcoin use so much energy?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  When I say the word...

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Should I trade my car in for an electric vehicle?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.   Today, we have a...

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French Showers

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Megan Hall: A few...

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Why should I care about food waste?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Today, we’ll be talking...

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What will it take to switch everyone over to electric cars?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  In another episode, we...

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What really happens when I try to recycle my plastic bags?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  Have you ever seen one...

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How does climate change affect seafood?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  A while ago, we had an...

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How did Bhutan become carbon negative?

Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall.  These days, it’s...

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