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Climate

Federal commission takes steps to speed up grid interconnection process

Federal commission takes steps to speed up grid interconnection process

There’s a massive backlog of green energy projects waiting to be connected to the grid — some have been waiting for years. Last month, the Federal Electric Regulatory Commission (FERC) took action to speed up the process.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Excessive heat warning for southern, central Minnesota

Excessive heat warning for southern, central Minnesota

Minnesota could set some heat records this week, as the next few days could bring us the first 100-degree day in August in 35 years for the Twin Cities. Here’s what you need to know to beat the heat.
by MPR News Staff

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Montana youths win case against the state for climate change harms

Montana youths win case against the state for climate change harms

A legal victory this week for 16 young people who sued the state of Montana over their right to a “clean and healthful environment”, as laid out in the state constitution. So, what’s next?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Reducing the carbon footprint of the cannabis industry

Reducing the carbon footprint of the cannabis industry

Recreational marijuana is now officially legal in Minnesota but this may not be great news for the climate given the intense greenhouse gas emissions of growing the plant indoors. So as the cannabis industry continues to expand, how can it reduce its massive carbon footprint?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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