Are offshore wind turbines helping New England’s crab population?
Researcher Emmanuel Oyewole explains to Possibly that offshore wind turbines appear to be providing new ecosystems for Jonah crabs.
Sep 15, 2026
Possibly Podcast Episodes
What if polluters had to pay for the effects of climate change?
The Rhode Island General Assembly considered a law this year to charge fossil fuel emitters for the costs of climate change. Possibly spoke with a co-sponsor of the bill about what comes next.
Jul 28, 2026
The oldest research vessel in the country was just retired. What does it mean for Rhode Island scientists?
The R/V Endeavor, which spent the last 49 years operating out of URI’s Narragansett Bay Campus, was retired last month. Possibly took a tour of the vessel before it’s decommissioned.
Oct 28, 2025
What does the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ mean for homeowners?
President Trump’s tax bill is about to end a number of tax credits for homeowners who install clean energy appliances. But some people are racing to beat the deadline.
Aug 19, 2025
What does the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ mean for Electric Vehicles?
President Trump’s tax and spending bill will end a program offering up to $7,500 for Americans who buy electric cars. But you still have a little more time to claim the tax credit. On this episode of Possibly, we break down what potential car buyers ...
Aug 12, 2025
What does the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ mean for renewable energy?
Back in July, President Trump signed a major tax bill into law, which will make it significantly more expensive to build wind and solar projects around the country.
Aug 5, 2025
Could music help us adapt to climate change?
Chris Thile’s new podcast and musical variety show, the Energy Curfew Music Hour uses music to imagine how people can adapt to a world reshaped by climate change.
Apr 29, 2025
Can we count the number of people who die because of coal powerplants?
You probably know that coal power plants are bad for the climate, and for your health. But how do we know how much of an impact one coal power plant can have? Where does its pollution go?
Nov 19, 2024
Are we close to 100% renewable energy?
For decades now, people have been installing solar panels, wind turbines and more to transition our energy to renewable sources – but we wondered, how’s it going? We turned to California's electric grid for answers.
Jun 18, 2024