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March 24, 2020 6:18 PM

Minneapolis development to use groundwater to heat and cool buildings

A reduction in carbon-emitting coal plants has increased reliance on natural gas. But natural gas is still a major source of emissions, so Minneapolis is eyeing aquifer thermal energy as a cleaner alternative.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 19, 2020 11:56 AM

Climate change experts find hope in global action to contain coronavirus

The economic slowdown has temporarily slashed greenhouse gas emissions. But experts say the pandemic’s real silver lining is in how the world is responding.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 12, 2020 1:45 AM

Coming soon to a store near you: carbon labels

We're all familiar with food labels that detail calories, carbohydrates and fat content. Now there's a push to add labels that detail a product’s carbon footprint.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 5, 2020 1:00 PM

Cities are trying to limit gas hookups in new buildings — chefs are 'horrified'

As the grid gets greener, some cities are trying to get you to break up with your methane-emitting gas stove.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 28, 2020 5:07 PM

Summit shows you don't have to be lobbyist — or adult — to lobby your state representative

The event gave students pointers on how to advocate for change and a chance to put them to work in meetings with Minnesota state lawmakers.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 20, 2020 4:40 PM

Your social media could give scientists a more accurate picture of climate change

A recent study found Twitter was a better gauge for minor flooding than tide gauges alone.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 13, 2020 10:00 AM

How cities are preparing their water infrastructure for bigger storms

Climate change is fueling a wetter climate. Cities are turning to computer modeling to assess whether their stormwater systems are up to the task.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 6, 2020 10:00 AM

MN students were in Puerto Rico learning about energy resilience when a quake knocked the power out

The students got a front-row seat to the kind of scenarios they’ll be planning for as future regional planners and civic leaders. The frequency and intensity of disasters such as storms, fires and flooding are expected to worsen under climate change.

by Megan Burks and Paul Huttner

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January 24, 2020 10:52 AM

Climate Cast: A record-breaking year for ocean temperatures

Why a rapidly warming ocean is alarming to climate scientists – and how it affects even those of us thousands of miles from the coast.

by Paul Huttner and Kelly Gordon

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January 16, 2020 10:00 AM

In a changing climate, the work of botanical artists takes on new meaning

A botanical art exhibit opening at the James J. Hill House in St. Paul captures the Minnesota tree species most vulnerable to climate change.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Climate Cast ®

Minneapolis development to use groundwater to heat and cool buildings

Climate change experts find hope in global action to contain coronavirus

Coming soon to a store near you: carbon labels

Cities are trying to limit gas hookups in new buildings — chefs are 'horrified'

Summit shows you don't have to be lobbyist — or adult — to lobby your state representative

Your social media could give scientists a more accurate picture of climate change

How cities are preparing their water infrastructure for bigger storms

MN students were in Puerto Rico learning about energy resilience when a quake knocked the power out

Climate Cast: A record-breaking year for ocean temperatures

In a changing climate, the work of botanical artists takes on new meaning

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