snow

Snow might be the next clean energy source

Posted in Science on 1st Jun, 2019
by Alex Muller

Two scientists have developed a device that captures the electrical charge from falling snow.

Salt-Infused Tarmac Could Keep Roads Ice-Free

Posted in Science on 20th Dec, 2015
by Alex Muller

What if roads already had salt built right into them? Theyd be able to prevent slick conditions from occurring, well before the risk of an accident.

Two billion people rely on snow for drinking water, and supplies are melting

Posted in Science on 13th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

Snow during winter acts as a watery savings account for drier months. When snow melts, it fills rivers, providing a seasonal water supply.

NASA Study: Mass Gains of Antarctic Ice Sheet Greater than Losses

Posted in Science on 2nd Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

Increases in Antarctic snow is currently adding enough ice to the continent to outweigh the losses from its thinning glaciers.