Best Erika Hopman Podcasts (2021)

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App allows citizen scientists to report invasive species 1:31

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Early reporting helps agencies like the U.S. Forest Service to control their spread. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Global warming causes new problems for a Thanksgiving staple 1:31

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Cranberry farmers in Massachusetts are working to adapt to shorter winters and erratic rainfall. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Living shoreline project uses natural remedies to reduce erosion 1:31

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Native marsh grasses, rocks, and oysters will help shore up a badly eroded stretch of the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Artificial island on Georgia coast to provide nesting habitat for shorebirds 1:31

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Sea-level rise is making their nests more vulnerable to flooding and storm surge. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Tips on talking to your family about global warming over the holidays 1:31

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Climate scientist Heather Price has a few suggestions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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The link between climate change and terrorism 1:31

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The terrorist group Boko Haram has taken advantage of drought-related crop failures in Nigeria. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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A simple idea to address fluctuations in solar energy production 1:31

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Electricity production from solar farms falls during winter, but here’s one way utilities could better meet customer demand on cold, dark days. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Texas nonprofit encourages disaster-resilient buildings 1:31

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Build San Antonio Green is offering a new certification for buildings that better withstand heat waves, high winds, floods and power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Shipping vessels could cut carbon pollution by harnessing the wind 1:31

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The shipping industry is considering an old solution to a modern problem. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Why protecting the Okefenokee swamp matters for the climate 1:31

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Conservationists worry that a proposed mine could result in damage to the carbon-rich peat soils in the swamp on the Georgia-Florida border. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Colorado program gives new life to old solar panels 1:31

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Equitable Solar Solutions is repurposing used panels to help low-income people access cheap electricity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Disaster-resilient New Orleans apartment complex is also affordable 1:31

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After Hurricane Ida, solar panels and a battery storage system at the Saint Peter apartments provided electricity for part of the day. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Depression-era program left some New England communities more vulnerable to rising seas 1:31

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Federal ditch-digging projects drained salt marshes, which absorb water and buffer coastal communities from waves. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Nonprofit trains women for careers in solar 1:31

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Women account for less than a third of jobs in the solar industry. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Bay Area tree pollen season is getting half a week longer each year 1:31

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Bad news for people with allergies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Georgia farmers experiment with new crops as the climate changes 1:31

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Warmer winters are making it more difficult to grow the state’s traditional peaches and blueberries. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Warming climate could bring more cobia to New York and New Jersey waters 1:31

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The big, tasty fish is a favorite among anglers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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California nonprofit helps Spanish speakers prepare for wildfire emergencies 1:31

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Program participants receive a year of renters’ insurance and a backpack of supplies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Scientists link 2021 Pacific Northwest heat wave to global warming 1:31

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Hundreds of people died during the event. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Solar power brings light to Michigan community 1:31

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A utility seized more than 1,000 street lights in Highland Park 10 years ago as part of a debt settlement with the city. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Composting can be as fun as smashing pumpkins 1:31

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In 2020, ‘pumpkin smash’ events across Illinois and beyond kept more than 150 tons of pumpkins out of landfills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Feral hogs are a problem for the climate, researcher says 1:31

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They churn up soil with their snouts, releasing stored carbon to the atmosphere. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Colorado home relies on sun, wood to stay warm through cold winters 1:31

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Tight insulation, active and passive solar systems, and a wood stove help keep the home in Bear Creek Valley fossil-fuel free. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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New bank specializes in climate-friendly financing 1:31

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Climate First Bank in St. Petersburg, Florida, offers loans for solar installations, energy-efficient retrofits, green building projects, and the like. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Research farm studies benefits of pairing farming with solar panels 1:31

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The farm encourages community leaders, students and elected officials to visit and learn. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Some climate advocates are also working to address systemic racism 1:31

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People in low-income, minority communities face disproportionate risks from pollution and weather disasters. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Colorado organization helps communities plan for a future without coal 1:31

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The state expects all but one of its coal plants to close within the decade. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Nonprofit works to expand solar energy in Puerto Rico 1:31

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It’s starting with a 10-home pilot project in Caguas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Scouts can earn patches for learning about solar energy 1:31

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They complete activities such as building solar ovens out of pizza boxes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Project helps disadvantaged organizations access federal climate funds 1:31

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The Justice40 Accelerator will provide fundraising support and training to grassroots groups. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Ghost forests are an eerie sign of rising seas 1:31

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Look for these weird stands of dead or dying trees the next time you’re driving along the Atlantic coast. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Boulder students win national competition with a hyper-efficient home 1:31

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The Solar Decathlon Build Challenge is organized by the U.S. Department of Energy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Bed-Stuy organization works to get more people of color on bikes 1:31

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The Bedford–Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation has held block parties and community bike rides. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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How Georgia farmers are protecting their cattle from extreme heat 1:31

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When dairy cows get too hot, they eat less and milk production drops. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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More ships are crossing the Arctic, worrying local Indigenous people 1:31

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Sea ice melt in the region is making the ocean more accessible to ship traffic. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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The Great Salt Lake is shrinking, worsening risk of dust storms 1:31

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Wind kicks up dirt from the exposed lake bed, degrading local air quality. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Young poet calls on people to apply their talents to fighting climate change 1:31

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Aniya Butler uses her skill at poetry to bring attention to racism, police brutality, and global warming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Mennonite leader helps other pastors speak up on climate change 1:31

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Doug Kaufman’s pastoral retreats help empower Mennonite pastors and leaders to talk with their congregations about the problem. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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How ‘nuisance’ flooding is hurting coastal economies 1:31

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In many communities, water spills onto streets at high tide. The problem is getting more common as sea levels rise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Global warming is making ragweed pollen season worse 1:31

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Ragweed is a common culprit in late summer and fall allergies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Pittsburgh’s climate-friendly plan for condemned homes 1:31

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In a pilot program, the city is salvaging construction materials from the buildings instead of demolishing them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Should ‘ecocide’ become an international crime? 1:31

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It involves causing widespread, severe, or longstanding damage to the environment. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Explorers hope to inspire new generations to protect the Arctic 1:31

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Hilde Fålun Strøm and Sunniva Sorby spent much of the last two years living on a remote island in Norway. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Fungus found in Yellowstone is key ingredient in new meat substitute 1:31

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Chicago-based startup Nature's Fynd is using the fungus to develop products from chicken nuggets to yogurt. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Rikers Island could become renewable energy hub 1:31

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The notorious jail on the island is slated to close by 2027. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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New fund aims to bring more people into the climate conversation 1:31

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The Ohio Climate Justice Fund wants to ensure that the voices of Black, Indigenous, and people of color are heard. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Minneapolis project demonstrates a way to make solar arrays affordable 1:31

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The program is installing solar on 24 properties in North Minneapolis, a primarily low-income, Black community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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Electric cars can cost 40% less to maintain than gasoline cars 1:31

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Electric vehicles have fewer parts to service, so they’re generally less expensive to repair and maintain than conventional cars. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

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