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Alaska Climate and Aviation PodcastAuthor: Katie Writer
Alaska is experiencing a rapid pace of climate change. Witnessing the changes from the bird's eye view of a Super Cub airplane has inspired a series of conversations and interviews with experts around Alaska. Adapting to the changes is key, and staying connected and informed. The wide range of topics include climate and aviation. Learning can be an adventure while adapting and cultivating happiness in this informative podcast. Alaska Climate & Aviation has evolved from All Cooped Up Alaska, which was awarded second place by Alaska Press Club for 2021 Best Short Form Audio Program or Podcast. Go to online gallery to view photos and artwork inspired by Alaska. www.katiewritergallery.com Language: en-us Genres: Aviation, Leisure, Natural Sciences, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Brian Brettschneider~Senior Climate Scientist for NWS Alaska~La Nina Winter 2024
Episode 2
Wednesday, 27 November, 2024
Send us a textToday's conversation is with climatologist Brian Brettschneider. Recently, Brian was chosen for a new role for the National Weather Service of Alaska as "Senior Climate Scientist" and is a passionate communicator about expanding climate awareness. Topics include: weather forecasting, data & development of evolving technologies, La Nina Winter 2024 predictions and the teamwork of NWS with the FAA in improving weather forecasting.Weather data is key component for weather forecasting that enables planning for fire fighting, sea ice travel and flooding preparation. The temperature and precipitation station of record for Anchorage is located at Ted Stevens International Airport. Brian discusses some of the history and importance of this data. Weather forecasting has evolved with modern technology. Brian discusses how the National Weather Service is incorporating AI into creating ways to forecast weather. The technical term is "Machine Learning" or "Nero Network Models". Tune in for this discussion. Brian also talks about his experience seeing the "fin whale" that was recently beached on shores of Westchester Lagoon, near downtown Anchorage. Brian welcomes questions about climate by providing his email: Brian.brettschneider@noaa.govThank you for listening to the Alaska Climate and Aviation Podcast. Katie WriterPodcaster/Pilot/Photographerktphotowork@gmail.comhttp://www.katiewritergallery.comSupport the showYou can visit my website for links to other episodes and see aerial photography of South Central Alaska at:https://www.katiewritergallery.com
