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Lawmakers pass much needed permitting reforms for clean energy projects as session wraps

Lawmakers pass much needed permitting reforms for clean energy projects as session wraps

The 2024 Minnesota Legislature session ended in chaotic fashion. But lawmakers did manage to get through changes that will speed up the permitting process for green projects and help address the backlog of proposals awaiting approval.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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The impact of building codes on climate change

The impact of building codes on climate change

Heating and cooling our homes and buildings in Minnesota contribute about 40 percent of our state’s greenhouse gas emissions. What opportunity exists to reduce our carbon footprint by updating our building codes?
by Paul Huttner, Dan Kraker and Ngoc Bui

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A U of M scientist is using leaf glow to better track climate change

A U of M scientist is using leaf glow to better track climate change

Professor Rui Cheng is behind the research. She says leaf glow offers a more direct and accurate way to understand the effects of climate change on ecosystems in the Arctic and boreal regions, which are experiencing some of the fastest rates of temperature warming in the world.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Report shows Minnesota is leading the way in clean energy transition

Report shows Minnesota is leading the way in clean energy transition

Amelia Cerling Hennes, managing director of public affairs for Clean Energy Economy MN, shared more about the state’s clean energy transition and what we’re doing well.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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‘I’m sorry we broke the sea and sky’: CNN chief climate correspondent on finding hope in climate change

‘I’m sorry we broke the sea and sky’: CNN chief climate correspondent on finding hope in climate change

Bill Weir’s new book is called “Life as We Know It (Can Be).” He wrote it as a letter to his 4-year-old son River on how to find hope in a world of climate change.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Climate denialism mapped to geography and political affiliation

Climate denialism mapped to geography and political affiliation

A recent study shows nearly 15 percent of Americans “do not believe in climate change.” And the patterns of denialism can be linked to regional and political differences.
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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New study shows climate change is already affecting food prices

New study shows climate change is already affecting food prices

Increasing global average temperatures and more intense and frequent heat waves are already driving up the prices of food and other goods. So just how much is climate change affecting inflation?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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Ocean temperatures are the hottest they’ve been. What could it mean for our climate?

Ocean temperatures are the hottest they’ve been. What could it mean for our climate?

Earth’s oceans have been reaching record-warm temperatures. Every day for the last 12 months. What is happening? How much is climate change driving the temperature spike? And how concerned are climate scientists?
by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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