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Climate

In Minnesota, a new push to fight climate change — and make money — from forests

In Minnesota, a new push to fight climate change — and make money — from forests

Programs that pay landowners to keep carbon sequestered in forests are beginning to spread, now that California has a cap and trade system designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Some say Minnesota should be a bigger player in the carbon offset market.
by Dan Kraker

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Climate One series: How pro-sports can be a player in climate change

Climate One series: How pro-sports can be a player in climate change

From stadiums packed with energetic fans to food, beer and waste, sports can have a big carbon footprint. Many sports franchises in baseball, hockey, basketball and football are embracing sustainability in venue design, waste, water, energy and food operations. And some athletes are speaking out about the bigger world around them.
by MPR News Staff

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Swedish teen climate activist to visit Dakotas reservations

Swedish teen climate activist to visit Dakotas reservations

A 16-year-old Swedish climate activist who garnered international attention when she scolded world leaders at the United Nations is visiting American Indian reservations in the Dakotas to talk about oil pipelines.
by The Associated Press

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Hydrogen power, modular nuclear and the other technology Xcel Energy has its eyes on

Hydrogen power, modular nuclear and the other technology Xcel Energy has its eyes on

Xcel Energy CEO Ben Fowke says the utility should have no problem reaching its goal of reducing carbon by 80 percent by 2030. It’s that last 20 percent that will require still-nascent technology.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Climate curious: What's the difference between weather and climate?

Climate curious: What's the difference between weather and climate?

"The two terms and their relationship to each other are often confused. We turned to Mark Seeley, a professor emeritus of climatology and meteorology at the University of Minnesota, to help us clear up any uncertainty. "
by Tom Crann

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Climate curious: What are the best carbon-capturing trees to plant?

Climate curious: What are the best carbon-capturing trees to plant?

Our expert says: All trees are helpful in mitigating the effects of climate change, so it’s best to plant a variety to build resilience in your tree cover.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Subway proselytizer preaches climate emergency, trains others to spread their message

Subway proselytizer preaches climate emergency, trains others to spread their message

A retiree gives unsolicited climate emergency talks on the New York City subway, frequently receiving applause. Now he wants to teach others how to preach their own messages to a crowd.
by Ben James

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