Heavy water: Neutrons, nukes, and Norway
Ilan Kelman writes about heavy water and the part it played in the resistance and end of World War II with the destruction of the Telemark plant.
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Bergen’s firefighters navigate crisis
Ilan Kelman reports on research of firefighters in Bergen, Norway, and London to learn ways to improve safety, reduce stress, and prevent fires.
Do we need Sweden’s new mineral find?
Ilan Kelman asks in an editorial article if the world needs Sweden’s newly discovered iron ore that it plans to mine in the next 10 years.
Environment-friendly travel: To fly or not to fly?
Ilan Kelman writes about the environmental impact of flying and what individual Norwegians, celebrities, and other frequent-flyers can do.
Know your options and resources for a disaster
Ilan Kelman reports on options and resources to prepare for disasters, saying that even relatively safe Norway can be affected by them.
Finding ways to heat your home that make sense
Ilan Kelman writes about research into heat pumps and the logistics of using them throughout Norway to keep buildings warm during cold winters.
Is atomic energy a viable option in today’s world?
Ilan Kelman looks into the possibilities and whether it’s a viable option for Norway to use nuclear energy in today’s climate and world.
Your DNA can tell a story
Ilan Kelman writes about DNA tests and what they can tell us regarding family history, ancestry, and where we might originally come from.
ERASMUS+ promotes European harmony
Ilan Kelman writes about the European Union’s ERASMUS+ program, which Norway enjoys participating in despite non-EU status.
The quiet skies
Ilan Kelman looks at Iceland’s Eyjafjallajökull volcanic eruption and how it stalled travel and affected everything from electronics to health.
