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July 7, 2022 8:30 AM

Researchers can now explain how climate change is affecting your weather

For decades, it was impossible to say that a specific weather event was caused, or even made worse, by climate change. But advanced research methods are changing that.

by Rebecca Hersher

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July 1, 2022 7:05 PM

Electric vehicles expected to make up nearly 60 percent of new car sales by 2035

Carmakers produced more electric vehicles in 2021, while the share of new gasoline and diesel cars dipped 9 percent.

by Paul Huttner

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June 29, 2022 4:00 AM

War in Ukraine is driving demand for Africa's natural gas. That's controversial

The African natural gas industry is booming as Europe looks to replace Russian supplies. But some worry new African gas projects don't make financial sense in a warming world.

by Julia Simon

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June 28, 2022 4:00 AM

Did the historic flooding on Rainy Lake this summer have to be so bad?

The historic flooding on Rainy Lake this summer has been driven by record-setting spring rains that fell on top of a late-melting winter snowpack. But many residents believe that more could have been done to prevent the worst impacts of the flooding.

by Dan Kraker

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June 24, 2022 5:09 PM

Wind energy is helping fuel rural economies

A recent study found local incomes rise by around 5 percent and home values by 2.6 percent in areas near large wind projects.

by Paul Huttner

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June 24, 2022 3:17 AM

Factual climate change reporting can influence Americans positively, but not for long

Climate change has impacted the world's water, air and land masses. But today's news media isn't designed to reinforce public belief, say researchers.

by Ayana Archie

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June 21, 2022 4:14 AM

You've likely been affected by climate change. Your long-term finances might be, too

Most Americans have recently been affected by extreme weather and support efforts to protect against future disasters, a new survey finds. And many people suffer long-term financial problems.

by Rebecca Hersher

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June 21, 2022 4:00 AM

Locals endure monthslong emotional grind of living beside flooding Rainy Lake

People who have battled rising floodwaters on Rainy Lake along the Canadian border since the end of April finally got some good news last week when the giant lake crested. But weeks of constant work and stress have taken an emotional toll.

by Dan Kraker

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June 21, 2022 2:00 AM

The longest day: The first day of summer arrives in the Northern Hemisphere

The summer solstice officially begins at 5:13 a.m. Tuesday on the East Coast, according to the National Weather Service.

by Ayana Archie

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June 17, 2022 4:55 PM

Shareholders push Travelers insurance company to better address climate change

According to the resolution, the company is not doing enough to address climate change, while also paying out settlements associated with it.

by Paul Huttner

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Climate

Researchers can now explain how climate change is affecting your weather

Electric vehicles expected to make up nearly 60 percent of new car sales by 2035

War in Ukraine is driving demand for Africa's natural gas. That's controversial

Did the historic flooding on Rainy Lake this summer have to be so bad?

Wind energy is helping fuel rural economies

Factual climate change reporting can influence Americans positively, but not for long

You've likely been affected by climate change. Your long-term finances might be, too

Locals endure monthslong emotional grind of living beside flooding Rainy Lake

The longest day: The first day of summer arrives in the Northern Hemisphere

Shareholders push Travelers insurance company to better address climate change

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