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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 destruction will hit U.S. national parks the hardest

Climate destruction will hit U.S. national parks the hardest

National parks will see less annual rainfall than other parts of the country and certain parks could warm by 16 degrees within the next 80 years, according to new research.
by Paul Huttner and Cody Nelson

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The trials of women in climate science

Some of the most qualified and accomplished climate scientists on earth are women. But are they getting the respect they deserve?
by Paul Huttner

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How higher temps are making Florence worse

How higher temps are making Florence worse

The big climate story of the week is Hurricane Florence. We'll tell you all about why climate change is making it more destructive.
by Paul Huttner

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Is the American desert shifting east?

Is the American desert shifting east?

A new study suggest climate change is expanding the desert eastward. Plus, a climate voice and a trip to the Arctic.
by Paul Huttner

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Trouble in coal country

This week on Climate Cast, we learn why customers' electric bills have doubled in coal country.
by Paul Huttner

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Climate scientists take your pressing questions

Climate scientists take your pressing questions

MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner and guest climate scientists take your questions an all things climate change.
by Paul Huttner

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Weather Channel documents struggles of climate refugees in the U.S.

Weather Channel documents struggles of climate refugees in the U.S.

This week on Climate Cast we're talking about increases. There's been a surge in climate refugees on the United States' coasts as water levels rise. A boom in tick population as winters warm. And, on a lighter note, an increase of clean energy jobs in the Midwest.
by Paul Huttner

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Climate Cast Special: Capitalism, communication and carbon-free energy

Climate Cast Special: Capitalism, communication and carbon-free energy

During this hour-long Climate Cast special, MPR Chief Meteorologist Paul Huttner will talk to experts about "climate capitalism," the best words to use when talking climate and where Minnesota is at when it comes to emissions goals.
by Paul Huttner

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