November 6: “Glacial Balance” Film Screening and Discussion At Koshland
An interesting film and discussion, “Glacial Balance,” is coming to the Koshland Science Museum (6th and E St NW) on Thursday, November 6.
The film director (Ethan Steinman) and a scientist featured in the film (Lonnie Thompson) will screen and talk about the making of this film, which includes first-hand accounts of the impacts of climate change on people and communities across South America and insights about the long-term consequences of glacial ice melt. With stunning scenery and images, the film presents a vivid depiction of how scientists collect and preserve ice cores from mountain glaciers and describes the importance of collecting and analyzing data from ice cores.
Admission is $10 ($7 for students) and includes pizza and light refreshments. Purchase tickets through Eventbrite and more information on the film and event can be found here.
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