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MPR News meteorologist Ben Cathey discusses the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences we’re seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide.

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Climate Cast: As ships sit in Strait of Hormuz, invasive species hitch a ride

Climate Cast: As ships sit in Strait of Hormuz, invasive species hitch a ride

Giant ships laid up in the strait’s bathtub-warm waters are likely collecting invasive species in the ballast and on the hulls directly. Experts say it’s a recipe for a global superspreader event as the ships head eventually for global ports.
by Ben Cathey

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When powerful windstorms become more common, wildlife feel the impact

When powerful windstorms become more common, wildlife feel the impact

Members of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville describe the effects storms can have on wildlife. And a meteorologist at Northern Illinois University explains why we might see more storms in the future.
by Ben Cathey, Ben Revier and Matthew Alvarez

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On softball night, Minnesota climate experts feel the heat

On softball night, Minnesota climate experts feel the heat

As evenings across Minnesota get hotter and more humid, we struggle to cool ourselves down. We’re losing out on quality sleep and battling the elements for outdoor sports. A special softball league is facing the heat while working on climate adaptation.
by Ben Cathey, Ben Revier and Matthew Alvarez

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Learning from deadliest disaster in Minnesota history

Learning from deadliest disaster in Minnesota history

All week, Minnesotans have been sweating through one of the worst heat waves in recent memory. But what the state is experiencing doesn’t compare to the deadliest weather event in state history.
by Ben Cathey, Matthew Alvarez and Ben Revier

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How resilience hubs are giving climate aid before, during, and after a crisis

How resilience hubs are giving climate aid before, during, and after a crisis

Dr. Kent Boyd, a Climate Adaptation, Resilience, and Public Health Extension Educator at the University of Minnesota spoke with MPR News about what actions the public health industry is taking to adapt to climate change.
by Paul Huttner and Ben Revier

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El Niño could affect Minnesota's weather this year

El Niño could affect Minnesota's weather this year

Andrew Freedman, CNN’s senior reporter for climate and weather, spoke with MPR News about forecasts predicting an El Niño event later this year and what it could mean.
by Paul Huttner and Ben Revier

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How a Minnesota startup is taking carbon out of the atmosphere

How a Minnesota startup is taking carbon out of the atmosphere

Carba cofounder Paul Dauenhauer explains how his company is working on low-cost, scalable technology to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
by Paul Huttner

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