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Birds, bugs and climate change

Birds, bugs and climate change

Many bird species are in decline across North America, with decades of falling numbers. In western Minnesota, researchers are examining the link between climate change, birds and the insects they eat.
by Dan Gunderson

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What should students learn about climate change in schools?

What should students learn about climate change in schools?

As climate science and impacts evolve, how much should students in Minnesota and across the U.S. learn about climate change causes and solutions?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Smoke from Canada's wildfires darkens Europe's skies

Smoke from Canada's wildfires darkens Europe's skies

A plume of smoke and soot stretches for thousands of miles from the province of Quebec province across the Atlantic Ocean, as seen in satellite images from NASA.
by Bill Chappell

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A group of young people are suing the state of Montana for their energy policy

A group of young people are suing the state of Montana for their energy policy

A “constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment”. That’s why 16 young people between ages 5 and 22 are suing the state of Montana seeking a transition to a less carbon-intensive energy policy.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Plan to convert Cambridge natural gas plant to burn diesel gets pushback

Plan to convert Cambridge natural gas plant to burn diesel gets pushback

Great River Energy says the change would provide flexibility during times when natural gas isn't available or its price spikes. But environmental groups say it would increase air pollution.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Here's how breathing bad air affects you, and how to protect your health

Here's how breathing bad air affects you, and how to protect your health

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer speaks with Mayo Clinic Dr. Greg Vanichkachorn about the short- and long-term health impacts of breathing wildfire smoke. MPR Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard has the latest forecast.
by Cathy Wurzer, Alanna Elder and Gretchen Brown

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