SciShow
Why Volcanologists Hate the Dark
You might have heard of the ongoing volcanic eruptions near Grindavík, Iceland. You might not have heard that it's hard to monitor a volcano in the dark. We'll talk about why an Icelandic winter is the worst time for monitoring equipment...
TED Talks
TED: The massive machines cleaning Earth's atmosphere | Jan Wurzbacher
To restrain global warming, we know we need to drastically reduce pollution. The very next step after that: using both natural and technological solutions to trap as much excess carbon dioxide from the air as possible. Enter Orca, the...
TED Talks
TED: The mind-bending art of deep time | Katie Paterson
Short-sightedness may be the greatest threat to humanity, says conceptual artist Katie Paterson, whose work engages with deep time -- an idea that describes the history of the Earth over a time span of millions of years. In this lively...
SciShow
The First Volcano Power Plant!
Be blown away with this episode of SciShow News as Hank talks about using the power of one of earths most powerful energy sources: Volcanoes!
TED Talks
TED: My battle to expose government corruption | Heather Brooke
Our leaders need to be held accountable, says journalist Heather Brooke. And she should know: Brooke uncovered the British Parliamentary financial expenses that led to a major political scandal in 2009. She urges us to ask our leaders...
TED Talks
Nicola Sturgeon: Why governments should prioritize well-being
In 2018, Scotland, Iceland and New Zealand established the network of Wellbeing Economy Governments to challenge the acceptance of GDP as the ultimate measure of a country's success. In this visionary talk, First Minister of Scotland...
TED Talks
Halla Tómasdóttir: A feminine response to Iceland's financial crash
Halla Tómasdóttir managed to take her company Audur Capital through the eye of the financial storm in Iceland by applying 5 traditionally "feminine" values to financial services. At TEDWomen, she talks about these values and the...
TED Talks
TED: On time and water | Andri Snær Magnason
Over the next 200 years, we can expect all of the Earth's glaciers to disappear -- unless we act now, says writer Andri Snær Magnason. Telling the story of the Okjökull glacier in Iceland, the first glacier lost to climate change,...
SciShow
Founding An Inbreeding-Free Space Colony
How much genetic diversity would we need to found a colony on another planet?
TED Talks
TED: The joy of surfing in ice-cold water | Chris Burkard
Anything that is worth pursuing is going to require us to suffer, just a little bit, says surf photographer Chris Burkard, as he explains his obsession with the coldest, choppiest, most isolated beaches on earth. With jawdropping photos...
SciShow
Talk Show: Human Orgasms & Daisy, the Boa Constrictor
This week on SciShow Talk Show Hank talks with Dr. Lindsey Doe about the female orgasm. Special guest Jessi Knudsen Castañeda brings Daisy, a curious Boa Constrictor.
SciShow
Vikings, Volcanoes, and Sheep: How Geology Rewrites Ancient History
Vikings, volcanoes, and sheep don’t immediately seem like they should all be connected, but this unlikely trio is actually informing our knowledge of global history.
TED Talks
TED: Our story of rape and reconciliation | Thordis Elva and Tom Stranger
* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. In 1996, Thordis Elva shared a teenage romance with Tom Stranger, an exchange student from Australia. After a...
SciShow
6 Creative Ways People Used to Navigate the Oceans
People have been exploring the oceans since prehistoric times, way before they had GPS to help them figure out where they were. Here are 6 ingenious ways our ancestors navigated the oceans.
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: Iceland's superpowered underground volcanoes | Jean-Baptiste P. Koehl
While the weather in Iceland is often cold, wet, and windy, a nearly endless supply of heat bubbles away below the surface. In fact, almost every building in the country is heated by geothermal energy in a process with virtually no...
TED Talks
TED: The untapped energy source that could power the planet | Jamie C. Beard
Deep beneath your feet is a molten ball of energy the same temperature as the surface of the sun -- an immense clean energy source that could power the world thousands of times over, says technologist and climate activist Jamie C. Beard....
Curated Video
I WONDER - How Can Geothermal Energy Be Used?
This video is answering the question of how can geothermal energy be used.
Curated Video
Why Greenland Is So Incredibly Empty... It's Not Just The Ice
Greenland is a spectacle to behold! It's almost entirely covered in ice, yet there are some "green" areas. Still, the largest island in the world is home to only about 56,000 people making it one of the least densely populated regions of...
Curated Video
The Ion Hotel: Iceland's Geothermal Green Oasis
Experience the Ion Hotel, an eco-friendly luxury destination harnessing Iceland's geothermal energy. Located near Thingvellir National Park, this hotel combines advanced sustainability practices with the natural beauty and unique culture...
Curated Video
The Ion Hotel: A Unique Blend of Icelandic Heritage and Sustainability
Discover the Ion Hotel's commitment to sustainability and Icelandic culture. Utilizing geothermal energy and advanced insulation, this eco-friendly hotel offers guests a unique experience intertwined with Iceland's nature, art, and...
Curated Video
The Military Evolution of the Norse World: From Vikings to Europeanization
This video explores the military evolution of the Norse world during the Viking Age, focusing on the Scandinavian countries of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. It discusses the original military structure of the Vikings, their tactics,...
Curated Video
Danger: Volcanic Ash
When a volcano in Iceland erupted in 2010, hundreds of planes were grounded by volcanic ash. Why? Past experience had shown just how dangerous flying in an ash cloud can be. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. In March 2010, the...
Curated Video
Geothermal Power
The heat at the centre of our planet could fulfil all of our energy needs. Find out how some are already utilising geothermal power. Earth Science - Earth's Resources - Learning Points. Geothermal power is obtained from heat within the...
Curated Video
Islands – Odd one out
Four different landmasses are shown, but which is the odd one out? People and places - Physical geography - Islands Learning Points Islands are areas of land that are completely surrounded by water. Islands that are far away from other...