“The future of Biosphere 2 as a scientific facility is on a firmer footing, thanks to two major gifts announced this week. On Friday, the University of Arizona (UA), which has managed the iconic glass pyramids as a tourist destination and research venue since 2007, will become the owner of the property.”
Heh. I remember when this was a dream and then followed the drama throughout the decades. It was ambitious, but was foiled by over-simplicity and human foibles. I suppose it’s now one gargantuan greenhouse and after so long and so many changes to the scientific and political landscape, might be used in a new and useful way for ecological and climate studies. Should be interesting. Finally.
