Exploring Dam Politics: Rivalries, Power and Hope

The weather stations that monitor climate change are at risk

Civil war and other conflicts are costing us valuable data.

How Is Climate Change Affecting Vermont Right Now?

We know the predictions are dire; we know there are urgent conversations to be had about policy.

Constructing Dams and Narratives in the Mekong River Basin

The ongoing construction of major hydroelectric dams on the river’s main channel and tributary systems—particularly in the basin’s lower and more p

Citrin Lab Adds New Virtual-Reality Tools

This spring, the Citrin Family GIS/Applied Spatial Analysis Lab is expanding into Virtual Reality.

Snow-related water woes

As Justin Mankin, Assistant Professor at Dartmouth College, USA, notes “On the one hand, snow is simple — you heat it up, it melts”. Full article

Heat and Humidity Are a Killer Combination

Climate science tells us that in the future, combinations of heat and humidity could be so extreme that the evaporation of human sweat may not sufficiently cool our bodies.

Rise In 'Extreme Precipitation'

In 1996, the Northeastern U.S saw a sudden increase in the number of "extreme precipitation" events. And ever since then, that number has stayed elevated.  Full story

Ariel Low '14 Helping Hurricane Harvey

Ariel had her boots on the ground after Hurricane Harvey, working with relief agencies and first responders.

Geography Grad Timothy Burdick ’89 new Director of Outdoor Programs

Timothy Burdick ’89, MED ’02, will oversee the Outdoor Programs Office, which serves as an administrative umbrella for and facilitator of outdoor activities. See complete article