Perpetual Learning
I recently saw an incredible photo of a sunset over Mount Rainier in Washington. The way the light hit the mountain, casting these beautiful, layered colors across the landscape, was breathtaking. But beyond the visual beauty, this image sparked a lot of thoughts for me, as a climate scientist. Mount Rainier is a place that … Read more
Have you ever noticed how certain landscapes just feel… different? Perhaps it’s the edge of a forest meeting a meadow, or where a freshwater river flows into the salty ocean. These aren’t just pretty views; they are ecotones, dynamic transition zones between distinct ecosystems. And as a climate scientist, I find them to be incredibly … Read more
As a climate scientist, I spend a lot of time thinking about how systems change and adapt. It’s often in response to pressures, like shifts in climate or the arrival of new challenges. Recently, I’ve been struck by a fascinating parallel between biological evolution and a concept we’re all very familiar with: two-factor authentication, or … Read more
Most of us focus on quarterly earnings reports, interest rate hikes, or the latest crypto pump. But what about the really big picture? I’m talking about forces that wiped out entire civilizations. If you think macro trends don’t hit your portfolio, history has a few brutal lessons for you. We’re often taught that ancient empires … Read more
The Matterhorn. Its iconic pyramid shape piercing the Swiss sky is instantly recognizable. But beyond its breathtaking beauty, this majestic peak offers a stark, visual lesson about our changing climate. As a climate scientist, I often look to the natural world for clear indicators of what’s happening to our planet. Mountains, with their sensitive ecosystems, … Read more