Alaska : Science World Report

Jun 18, 2015 03:03 PM EDT

Climate Change: Alaska Glaciers May Contribute to Sea Level Rise in a Big Way

Alaska's glaciers may be contributing to sea level rise in a big way.

Feb 20, 2014 12:14 PM EST

Alaska Windchill Temperature Sets New All-Time Record

The National Weather Service records daily figures of Windchill Temperature (WCT) by using science, technology, and computer modeling. Their records and calculations of Alaska’s wind chill have shown a new record for the country’s coldest state.

Feb 01, 2014 03:28 PM EST

EPA Says 'Pebble Mine' Will Threaten Alaska Sockeye Salmon Population

Alaska’s Bristol Bay watershed is known as one of the few sights for immaculate aquatic habitats and plentiful salmon populations. Now the safety of the watershed is being threatened by a proposal that seeks to develop an open pit gold and copper mine in the nearby waters.

May 06, 2013 09:11 AM EDT