Why Pickle Brine Is a Secret Weapon Against Ice

My latest article for National Geographic.

This extremely icy and snowy winter has brought renewed attention to the question: What’s the best (and most environmentally kind) way to melt it all? Salt, chemicals … or pickle brine?

Why Pickle Brine Is a Secret Weapon Against Ice.

Some notes on Hurricane Sandy

Why New York City Is the Worst Place for a Hurricane

A tree knocked down by Hurricane Sandy in New York City.
-Rena Silverman