Why Latino people are on the front lines of climate changeSeptember 21, 2022 4:01 AMBy Rebecca Hersher A wide range of Latino communities in the United States are affected by climate-driven storms, floods, droughts and heat waves, and are leading the charge to address global warming.
The U.S. will officially phase down HFCs, gases trapping 1,000x more heat than CO2September 20, 2022 4:00 AMBy Laura Benshoff The Senate is moving to ratify a climate treaty that would formally phase down the use of industrial chemicals found in air conditioners and refrigerators.
Play3min 39secA warming climate brings dire predictions for Minnesota fishSeptember 20, 2022 4:00 AMBy Dan GundersonA recently published study suggests a warming climate will have a drastic impact on fish populations in Minnesota lakes. The study modeled the future impact of warming lakes on fish in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Play4min 59secHow small, rural towns are making the biggest clean energy ideas happenSeptember 15, 2022 4:45 PMBy Paul HuttnerHow are small towns building clean energy futures? L. Michelle Moore, author of “Rural Renaissance: Revitalizing America’s Hometowns through Clean Power,” shares examples of how rural towns are taking on the biggest ideas to transform our energy systems.
Why heat wave warnings are falling short in the U.S.September 13, 2022 4:00 AMBy Lauren Sommer Unprecedented heat waves are on the rise as the climate gets hotter. But experts say the country's heat warning system may be leading the public to underestimate the dangers.
The 'triple-dip La Niña' explained — and how it affects the weather in your areaSeptember 12, 2022 4:00 AMBy Joe Hernandez It's the first time this century that La Niña has returned for three consecutive years, according to the UN's weather agency. The pattern influences weather events worldwide.
African nations seek funds as cost of climate change risesSeptember 11, 2022 11:08 AMBy The Associated PressFrom drought to cyclones and sea level rise, the cost of damage caused by climate change in Africa will only get higher as the world warms, stirring concerns from activists and officials about how to pay for it.
Play3min 53secSwine, seed art and solar: State Fair offers chance to learn about climate solutionsSeptember 9, 2022 3:05 PMBy Paul HuttnerMinnesota farmers weren’t just eyeing the latest tractors on display at the State Fair this year. Many made their way over to the Eco Building to ask how they can rent their land out to solar developers.
The crisis in Jackson shows how climate change is threatening water suppliesSeptember 7, 2022 4:00 AMBy Scott Neuman Historic flooding and record droughts are stressing water systems across the country, and experts warn that with climate change intensifying the crisis in Jackson, Miss., may be just the beginning.
Play5min 31secFair offers opportunity to kick the tires on fresh crop of electric vehiclesSeptember 2, 2022 5:06 PMBy Paul Huttner and Megan Burks Curious about the Ford F150 Lightning or Mustang Mach-E? Head to the Minnesota State Fair to learn more.