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As session approaches, Minnesota lawmakers plan to keep advancing shift to clean energy

As session approaches, Minnesota lawmakers plan to keep advancing shift to clean energy

Key Minnesota legislators say not to expect climate legislation as ambitious as last year in the upcoming session. In 2023, they passed a historic legislation aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This year their focus will be on making sure the state’s able to achieve its clean energy goals.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesota's wild weather year: Top 10 weather, climate stories of 2023

Minnesota's wild weather year: Top 10 weather, climate stories of 2023

Twelve months of weather in Minnesota is usually quite interesting but 2023 certainly delivered on some extremes. MPR News meteorologist Sven Sundgaard drew up his top 10 list. Take a look.
by Sven Sundgaard

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This oil company invests in pulling CO2 out of the sky — so it can keep selling crude

This oil company invests in pulling CO2 out of the sky — so it can keep selling crude

A technology that could help combat climate change is being championed by an unlikely proponent: Occidental Petroleum, a big oil company. And that's raising all kinds of knotty issues.
by Camila Domonoske

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How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty

How to inspire climate hope in kids? Get their hands dirty

A school composting program in Los Angeles helps teach students how to take climate action through its composting program.
by Caleigh Wells

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Minneapolis looks to fund climate action through minor hike in gas and energy bills

Minneapolis looks to fund climate action through minor hike in gas and energy bills

Anyone getting gas and electricity service in Minneapolis will see an estimated one dollar increase in their bills come next year. It’s a part of the city’s Climate Legacy Initiative and officials say it will raise an additional $10 million each year starting in 2024 for climate action.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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