If we can’t beat invasive species, should we eat them?
Advocates are calling for an unorthodox method to fight invasive species like the European green crab: just cook them up and eat them!
Jun 16, 2026
Possibly Podcast Category: Environment
What’s a more sustainable way to store our cheese?
In part two of Possibly’s series on the dairy industry, we’re turning our attention to an age-old method used to efficiently store cheese.
Jun 9, 2026
What creates more carbon pollution: beef or dairy?
We talk a lot about the carbon pollution that comes along with eating beef, but this week on Possibly we’re asking: what about eating dairy? How do they compare?
Jun 2, 2026
How is climate change altering the truffle industry?
These rare mushrooms are famous for their intense flavor, and their expensive price. But climate change may be driving those prices even higher.
May 19, 2026
How is art bringing attention to air quality?
With colorful windsocks and a gazebo, Providence artist Eli Nixon developed an art installation to bring attention to the air quality around the Port of Providence. This week on Possibly, we take a closer look.
May 5, 2026
Can you run a cargo ship on batteries?
This week on Possibly we’re taking a look at the ships that carry our goods around the world. What would it look like to take fossil fuels out of the equation?
Apr 28, 2026
How can smell improve Rhode Island’s Air Quality?
A research team at Brown called Breathe Providence is asking people to track what they smell, in an effort to better understand air pollution in Rhode Island.
Apr 21, 2026
Activists are migrating a tree north from Florida. Is that a good idea?
With assisted migration, humans help move plant species into areas more suitable for their growth. But are there potential downsides to this human-led movement?
Apr 14, 2026
Should you replace your windows for energy efficiency?
Possibly co-founder Stephen Porder has been on a home energy efficiency journey. We check in to see how his latest addition, new windows, are impacting the energy efficiency and comfort of the home.
Apr 7, 2026
What are seed libraries?
In Los Angeles, a new crop of curbside libraries are helping communities recover after last year’s wildfires. But instead of books, these libraries are full of seeds.
Mar 31, 2026