Climate Connections

Climate Connections

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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April 30, 2024 1 min

Loan programs in 30 states are helping owners revitalize old, inefficient buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimate...

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Climate change is making some traditional foods harder to find, so community members are looking to new ways to increase food security.

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The bases of the turbines attract fish, survey respondents reported.

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It’s equipped with electric appliances, tight insulation, and 41 solar panels.

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April 24, 2024 1 min

They have several advantages over battery-powered EVs for trucking.

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April 22, 2024 1 min

They could help utilities balance electricity supply and demand as more renewables join the grid. Learn more at https://ww...

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Health and cost are the driving motivations, but plant-rich meals can also help the climate.

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The program offers $6,000 rebates for new electric vehicles to qualifying participants. Learn more at https://www.yaleclim...

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April 17, 2024 1 min

These ultra-efficient homes

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A project in Wayne County, West Virginia, will save the district enough money to pay for three teachers’ salaries. Learn m...

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If extreme weather strikes during labor or soon after you give birth, you’ll need some backup options. Learn more at https...

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Some families are expected to save up to $700 a year on their electricity bills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

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A new industrial-strength heat pump boiler uses electricity to generate the high-temperature steam needed to manufacture many products. Learn more at...

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Taking these steps can help make your financial recovery smoother if the worst happens. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/ 

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They’re helping students take action in their communities. Read more

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Cocoa farming and illegal gold mining are driving the rapid destruction of the country’s forests.  Learn more at https://w...

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Before you start swapping your old, fossil-fuel-powered appliances for clean, electric versions, you’ll likely want to install a 200-amp electrical panel. Read more

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Populations of invasive green crabs — which eat clams — have exploded. Read more

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So the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working to restore habitat on higher ground. Read more

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