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How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.
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Missouri meteorologist teaches his viewers about climate change
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‘I hope that the lasting effect of me talking about climate is just more acceptance and more understanding.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Salt Lake City’s two sustainable fire stations
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The stations are equipped with solar panels, efficient lighting, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Environmental organizations remain overwhelmingly white
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Executive Director Andrés Jimenez says increasing diversity is crucial for addressing the climate crisis. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Solar-powered battery packs offer cheap electricity in Tanzania
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A company called Jaza Energy is providing electricity access without relying on fossil fuels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Many states get poor grades on climate education standards
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A recent report evaluates each state’s science standards to see how clearly and accurately they cover climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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App helps electric vehicle drivers share private charging stations
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EVmatch wants to make it easier for drivers to find places to power up. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Small Wisconsin city becomes a renewable energy leader
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River Falls, Wisconsin, ranked No. 2 in the nation in 2019 for participation in its green power program. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Pandemic may lead to wider acceptance of online meetings
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Business meetings held online can save money, time, and carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Wildfires torch dwindling sage-grouse habitat
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The charismatic greater sage-grouse is under threat as wildfires become more frequent. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Mobile app helps Inuit hunters monitor ice conditions
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As the Arctic warms, thinning sea ice poses a growing danger to hunters. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Climate change is influencing Marshall Islands residents’ decisions to move
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The low-lying island country in the Pacific is vulnerable to sea-level rise, freshwater shortages, and extreme heat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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The link between wine corks and climate change
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Give a toast to cork forests, which store a great deal of carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Scientists search for ways to lock more carbon in the soil
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Researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies want to develop plants that can bury carbon pollution deep underground. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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More frequent, heavier rains strain U.S. dams
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Many of the country’s 90,000 dams are aging and poorly maintained. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Environmental activist Heather McTeer Toney says African-American-led responses to climate change embody the principles of the holiday. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Lovers of winter sports call for climate action
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Warmer winters are threatening their favorite sports. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Reindeer deaths in the Arctic linked to erratic weather
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The losses are devastating for the animals and the Indigenous herders who depend on them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Young leader helps her generation protect the ocean
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She launched the nonprofit Sustainable Ocean Alliance while still in college. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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How energy efficiency can help make the electric grid cleaner
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When customers reduce demand for electricity, utilities can avoid turning on polluting backup power plants. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Climate change alters a Louisiana tribe’s way of life
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Citizens of the United Houma Nation have long depended on the land for food and medicine. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Selective breeding could help oysters adapt to ocean acidification
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The oceans are growing more acidic as they absorb carbon pollution, making it harder for oysters to form shells. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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As sea levels rise, water creeps up beneath people’s feet
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Rising seas are pushing groundwater upward, worsening flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Farming like Indigenous people did could bolster Hawaii’s food supply
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The island state is heavily reliant on imports. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Drug traffickers fuel deforestation in Central America
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Crackdowns on the drug trade have helped drive smugglers into forests, where they can do a lot of damage. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Sixteen-year-old First Nations advocate speaks up for clean water
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Like her great-aunt Josephine Mandamin, she’s working to protect the environment in the Great Lakes region. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
This zero-pollution energy source is still too expensive to compete in the mass market. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Extreme weather puts new strains on olive oil production
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The oil is central to the story of Hanukkah. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Late Triassic extinctions linked to climate change
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Volcanic eruptions that occurred over hundreds of thousands of years released enormous amounts of carbon dioxide, warming the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Instagram influencer uses his platform to teach environmental concepts
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His postings under the handle Queer Brown Vegan have amassed a following in the tens of thousands. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Gas stoves can generate indoor air pollution
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In some cases, indoor air pollution can rise to levels that would violate outdoor air standards. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Farmer mimics ecosystem where mastodons once roamed
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He’s taking inspiration from the oak savannas that were once widespread in the Midwest. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Redlining left neighborhoods vulnerable to heat
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Formerly redlined areas tend to have more pavement and fewer trees than other neighborhoods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Group aims to pinpoint sources of carbon pollution
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They’re using satellite data and other tools to monitor global emissions in real time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Farmworkers need more protections from wildfire smoke, union leader says
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Despite smoky conditions during the September 2020 fires in Oregon, some farms kept harvesting. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
As sea levels rise, water is spilling onto many roads during high tide. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Returned goods create about 15 million metric tons of carbon pollution in the U.S. each year, according to one estimate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The tofu-based roast debuted a quarter century ago. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Why frightening facts don’t always move people to action on climate change
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A conversational approach often works better, says psychologist Renée Lertzman. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
They may wear out faster than planned, driving up costs to communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Inuit activist Sheila Watt-Cloutier on the value of ice and snow
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She’s the author of the book “The Right To Be Cold.” Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Identifying climate risks can help businesses become more resilient
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Disclosing climate-related threats — and preparing for them — can build investor confidence. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Low-cost sensors help Savannah, Georgia, track flooding
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They’re helping people monitor water levels along bridges and roads and in neighborhoods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Real-time pricing could help keep EVs from burdening the grid
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Utilities use this strategy to encourage drivers to charge their cars when demand is low, such as at night. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
They’re also spreading in areas farther north than they did in the past. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Energy-efficient homes stay more comfortable during power outages
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Even during a winter blackout, you can expect a high-efficiency home to stay warm for several days. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Why some labor unions are talking about climate change
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Some unions are embracing climate action, while others are wary of job losses in the fossil-fuel sector. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Reliance on single-use supplies can leave hospitals vulnerable to shortages
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Extreme weather — or a pandemic — can disrupt manufacturing and transportation of crucial medical supplies and equipment. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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California’s state pension fund pushes companies to cut carbon
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It’s helping to lead a coalition of large investors that are pressing for action. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Florida hires mental health coordinator to help people recover from disasters
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Extreme weather can leave lingering mental health consequences. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Wildfire smoke leaves people more vulnerable to COVID-19
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So it’s important for people in fire-prone regions to minimize exposure to the virus and to avoid smoke. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
