This radio broadcast discusses how permafrost (permanently frozen ground) in Alaska and the Arctic has been melting, and what the potential consequences might be. These include damage to many engineering structures and coastlines and the release of gases into the atmosphere which may compound the problem of climate warming. About two-thirds of Alaska is covered by permafrost and a recent report says a higher priority should be given to studying it. The clip is about 4 minutes in length.
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