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Do Humans Have What it Takes to Thrive in this Universe?
Do Humans Have What it Takes to Thrive in this Universe?
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83 minutes
Released:
Jun 1, 2022
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Podcast episode
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Dr. Sandra Faber (University of California, Santa Cruz)Do Humans Have What it Takes to Thrive in this Universe?In this thought-provoking talk, cosmologist (and National Medal of Science winner) Dr. Sandra Faber takes a look at our cosmic origins, the future of the Earth as a habitable planet, and what humans need to do to thrive in the long-term future. She draws some sobering conclusions from the laws of physics and the sustainability of our present-day use of energy and resources. And she provides some clear guidelines on what we will need to do, as a species, to continue living on Earth for as long as our durable planet can provide an inviting home for us. (Recorded May 25, 2022)
Released:
Jun 1, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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