Learn about impacts and potential solutions in an ongoing climate crisis with Gallatin Valley Friends of the Sciences, whose popular lecture series continues its new season this month with all new subject matter. Co-sponsored by Museum of the Rockies and Hopa Mountain, the next talk of the ’25-’26 series is set for Wednesday, October 22nd. “The Energy, Economy & Climate Nexus” will begin at 7:30pm. It will be held in the Community Room at Bozeman Public Library.
What are the challenges and tools available to reduce climate impact while maintaining a modern economy and a publicly acceptable standard of living? Dr. Lee Spangler, Director of the Energy Research Institute at MSU, will discuss the scale of the problem, the strengths and weaknesses of the energy infrastructure, and details of MSU research projects in carbon sequestration as a potential partial solution.
The presentation will be followed by a Q&A period.
courtesy of L. Spangler
The informative talks are presented in person on select Wednesdays. The presentations are free and open to the public, with seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Face masks are recommended but not required.
Looking ahead, Rachael Dines, PhD candidate in MSU’s Department of Animal and Range Sciences, will discuss her research on riparian systems in the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. The next Science lecture is set for Nov. 19th. Stay tuned for details.
Find Gallatin Valley Friends of the Sciences on social media or visit www.gallatinscience.org for additional details and information about future talks. The nonprofit was established in 2017 to explore cutting edge science topics, their latest developments, and their relevance to society. •
