You’d think the closest planet to the sun would be the hottest, right? Turns out, that’s not the case. In this bonus episode of Earth Conscious, we’re diving into why Mercury isn’t the hottest planet in our solar system—and what Venus can teach us about Earth’s climate and the power of a runaway greenhouse effect.
Welcome to Earth Conscious—a brand-new segment of the Conscious Power Podcast, where we break down science, sustainability, and the big questions about our planet in a way that’s fun, insightful, and easy to understand. 🌍✨
In this first episode, we’re talking about Venus—the real hottest planet in our solar system—and why its extreme heat is a cautionary tale for what happens when a greenhouse effect spirals out of control.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
-Why Mercury isn’t the hottest planet, even though it’s closest to the sun
-How Venus’ thick atmosphere traps heat (and why it matters for Earth)
-What we can learn from space about climate change and sustainability
♻️ Want to go deeper? Check out the next Segment of Earth Conscious inside our next episode.
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