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Eunice Newton Foote: A fascinating tale of feminism and climate change

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Feminism Climate Science Historical Figures
  1. Eunice Newton Foote was a pioneer in both women's rights and climate science. She showed that different amounts of carbon dioxide can affect the earth's temperature.
  2. At an important science meeting, Foote's research was read by a man because women weren't allowed to present. Her work was largely forgotten for many years.
  3. Her findings about the warming effects of gases like carbon dioxide were ahead of her time. If she had more support, she could have made an even bigger impact in science.

John Tyndall: The Blue Sky and the Radiant Heat of Gases

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Science Environmental Studies
  1. John Tyndall studied the Alps and became passionate about them, using his scientific knowledge to understand glaciers and mountain climate. His explorations helped open the era of Alpine climbing and tourism.
  2. Tyndall discovered why the sky looks blue by experimenting with light. He found that sunlight scatters more when it hits air particles, especially scattering blue light more than other colors.
  3. He also studied greenhouse gases and how they trap heat, which is important for keeping Earth warm. His work laid the groundwork for understanding climate change and the greenhouse effect.

Notes on the Science and Politics of Climate Change

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 18 Mar 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Science Climate Policy Sustainability Public awareness
  1. Climate change affects both the environment and society, so it's important to understand how they connect.
  2. The science behind climate change is complex, but knowing it helps us make better decisions.
  3. Politics play a big role in how we respond to climate change, influencing policy and public opinion.