Google Honors 19th-Century Woman Who Proved Climate Change With Colorful Doodle
In a tribute to the world of climate science, Google’s homepage was illuminated with a vibrant Doodle on July 17. The illustration beckoned users to journey back in time to honor the 204th birthday of Eunice Newton Foote, an unsung 19th-century scientist whose work resonates profoundly in shaping our understanding of climate today.
Climate change as a concept was not officially proven until the late 19th century when Eunice Newton Foote, an American scientist, made significant contributions to its understanding. In 1856, Foote conducted pioneering experiments that revealed the link between the concentration of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere and its effect on the Earth’s temperature.
She presented her findings at the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s annual meeting in 1856, providing vital early evidence of the greenhouse effect and its potential impact on the climate.
The Doodle gracefully portrays Foote engrossed in her groundbreaking experiments, employing two glass cylinders to study the intriguing effects of heating carbon dioxide. A click on this colorful piece reveals a short video chronicling her remarkable achievements, along with a thoughtful blog penned by Kate Brandt, Google’s esteemed chief sustainability officer.
Beyond the celebration of Foote’s pioneering spirit, Google announced that it will provide funding to six other pioneering women in the field who carry the mantle of climate science and preservation.
Among the individuals is Dr Anna Liljedahl, whose work at Woodwell Climate Research Center delves into understanding the Arctic ecosystem’s response to climate change; and Clara Rowe, a determined CEO steering the ship of the restoration and conservation data network, Restor. Others include Dr Alysia Garmulewicz and Liz Corbin, co-founders of regenerative materials association Materiom; Heidi Binko, founder of the Just Transition Fund, and Angie Fyfe, director of ICLEI Local Governments for Sustainability USA.
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As we commemorate Foote’s visionary contributions, we embrace a shared mission to safeguard our planet for future generations, led by the indomitable spirit of these remarkable women.
