How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.
8-year-old spurs his dad to climate action
Challenged by their son to do something about climate change, Fred Carter and his wife created the Black Oaks Center for Sustainable Renewable Living. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/31/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Family farmers make climate-friendly vodka and whiskey
The Silver Tree Beer and Spirits has committed to growing grain sustainably — and the family has launched an initiative to get others in the industry to do the same. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/30/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to make vegan and vegetarian meals sound mouthwatering
Step one: Avoid the word ‘meatless.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/29/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Art therapy can ease climate-related anxiety
And you don’t have to be a professional artist to try it. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/28/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Sunshades, vines, and trees can help keep playgrounds cool
A North Carolina State University research group designs play areas where kids can stay comfortable as temperatures rise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/27/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Not alone, but with others.’ Pastor helps faith leaders speak up on climate change
Pastor Neddy Astudillo says many faith leaders feel called to do something about the crisis. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/24/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Man converts his home to all-electric dream house
Eric Laine once spent about $500 on propane in just one month. Now that’s a thing of the past. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/23/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Florida school district offers kids a cleaner ride to school
Miami-Dade County recently purchased 20 electric school buses and has committed to buying 80 more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/22/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The largely untapped energy source beneath our feet
Recent advances in technology could boost geothermal energy’s prospects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/21/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How Miami-Dade County is protecting public housing residents from dangerous heat waves
For one thing, the county installed 1,700 AC units in public housing last year. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/20/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Biloxi, Mississippi, is losing a foot of salt marsh shoreline a year
So Mississippi State University and Keesler Air Force Base are working on a project to shield a 2.5-mile stretch of the city from erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/17/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Storms, rising seas are growing threats to Portsmouth Village in North Carolina
‘There can be standing water in the village nearly any day of the year.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/16/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Estuaries provide more than a billion dollars in environmental benefits, research shows
They serve as flood barriers and store climate-warming carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/15/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
West Virginia man works to boost solar industry in his home state
Solar Holler founder Dan Conant wants to create new career paths for young West Virginians. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/14/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Brook trout are in trouble in Adirondacks lakes
Climate change is squeezing the habitat of this colorful fish. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/13/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
In praise of shade trees
Urban areas with trees can be as much as 15 degrees cooler Fahrenheit than areas with less foliage. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/10/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Field workers, farm owners, and buyers band together to protect workers from heat
Heat-related illnesses are a growing risk as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/9/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Why switching to an EV is good for the climate
Over its lifetime, an electric vehicle produces much less climate-warming pollution than a similar gas-powered car. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/8/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Prescribed burning can reduce wildfire damage
Low-intensity fires help clear out dead wood and vegetation, reducing the fuel available when a wildfire comes along. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/7/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A chef’s kiss for induction stoves
Induction stoves are one chef’s preferred way to serve up delicious food. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/6/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Startup mimics nature to produce zero-carbon cement
Prometheus Materials is creating a cement made from algae. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/3/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Mom fights air pollution in North Denver
Denver has some of the highest levels of ground-level ozone in the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/2/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change threatens Africa’s rhinos
Extreme heat, poaching, and habitat loss are pushing the animals closer to extinction. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/1/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Former school gets new life as an energy-efficient shopping center
Loan programs in 30 states are helping owners revitalize old, inefficient buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/30/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Alaska Native community experiments with growing food above the Arctic Circle
Climate change is making some traditional foods harder to find, so community members are looking to new ways to increase food security. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/29/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Some anglers say Rhode Island’s Block Island wind farm has improved fishing
The bases of the turbines attract fish, survey respondents reported. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/26/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Just do it!’ Wisconsin couple built a net zero home
It’s equipped with electric appliances, tight insulation, and 41 solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/25/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What are fuel cell EVs?
They have several advantages over battery-powered EVs for trucking. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/24/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
44% of Latinos live in U.S. counties with a high flood risk
Compared to just 35% of non-Latinos. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/23/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What are virtual power plants?
They could help utilities balance electricity supply and demand as more renewables join the grid. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/22/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A third of U.S. adults are interested in cutting back on meat, report finds
Health and cost are the driving motivations, but plant-rich meals can also help the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/19/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Exchange program make EV ownership more affordable for low-income Colorado residents
The program offers $6,000 rebates for new electric vehicles to qualifying participants. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/18/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What is a passive house?
These ultra-efficient homes use up to 90% less energy for heating and cooling than conventional homes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/17/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Schools in coal country are going solar
A project in Wayne County, West Virginia, will save the district enough money to pay for three teachers’ salaries. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/16/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How expectant parents can prepare for extreme weather
If extreme weather strikes during labor or soon after you give birth, you’ll need some backup options. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/15/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar canopy over Denver school parking lot will provide energy to low-income families
Some families are expected to save up to $700 a year on their electricity bills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/12/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Industry has a huge carbon footprint. This technology could help
A new industrial-strength heat pump boiler uses electricity to generate the high-temperature steam needed to manufacture many products. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/11/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to prepare your finances for an extreme weather disaster
Taking these steps can help make your financial recovery smoother if the worst happens. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/10/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Retired teachers return to Colorado classrooms to teach students about climate change
They’re helping students take action in their communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/9/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Group leads tree plantings in deforestation-wracked Ghana
Cocoa farming and illegal gold mining are driving the rapid destruction of the country’s forests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/8/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Want a climate-friendly home? You might need a new breaker box
Before you start swapping your old, fossil-fuel-powered appliances for clean, electric versions, you’ll likely want to install a 200-amp electrical panel. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/5/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A nemesis of clams is thriving as Maine’s waters warm
Populations of invasive green crabs — which eat clams — have exploded. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/4/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Florida’s tiny ‘fairy tale’ deer are losing habitat as seas rise
So the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working to restore habitat on higher ground. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/3/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A blizzard put a hyper-efficient home to the test. It passed
‘I was sitting in my living room in a T-shirt, and outside it was negative 40 windchill.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/2/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Colorado farmer finds success with drought-resilient millet
The crunchy grain could gain popularity as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/1/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Group to monitor air pollution in 12 U.S. cities with large Hispanic populations
The project will share real-time data with community members. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/29/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A growing number of homeowners face repeat flooding
People need access to funding to make their homes more resilient rather than just rebuilding, one analyst says. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/28/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
After a hurricane or wildfire, communities can be overwhelmed by debris
And some of it’s hazardous. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/27/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The plastics industry’s carbon footprint has doubled in the past few decades
Making plastics from algae or plant material instead of fossil fuels could help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/26/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What is solar thermal?
A Minnesota group is using the underdog technology to turn sunlight into heat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/25/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wind farm radar system reduces nighttime light pollution in Iowa
The system turns on flashing warning lights only when a plane is nearby. Otherwise, they stay dark. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/22/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘People were scared.’ How a maternal care nonprofit stepped up for families after Maui's wildfires
The organization helped people who were dealing with the aftermath of the fires while also preparing to go into labor or caring for a newborn. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/21/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Do wind farms hurt home values? When they do, it’s usually temporary
After a wind farm’s construction, home values typically bounced back within about four years, a recent study found. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/20/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Snowmobiles don’t have to be noisy and polluting
A New Mexico ski valley resort is investing in electric snowmobiles. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/19/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How a snowmobile tour company is getting ready for a future with less snow
Snow and ice conditions have gotten less reliable in the Charlevoix region near Quebec City. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/18/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Which actions benefit the climate the most? This tool can show you
The online tool called En-ROADS helps communities understand which policies will help the most. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/15/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Sheep are living their best life at Susquehanna University
They’re eating the grass and weeds that grow around the Pennsylvania college’s solar array. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/14/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Archaeological sites in North Carolina under threat from sea level rise and storms
The state’s Hammocks Beach State Park includes areas that have been used by humans for more than 2,000 years. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/13/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Volcanoes emit carbon dioxide, but not nearly as much as humans
Humanity produces an amount roughly equivalent to the eruption of Mount St. Helens every 2.5 hours. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/12/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Why more CO2 could be bad news for crops
Carbon dioxide can boost photosynthesis, but that benefit can be outweighed by an increased risk of damage from extreme weather. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/11/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar project at Fort Lauderdale park keeps basketball players cool
Solar panels shade an open-air pavilion and supply clean power to the nearby African-American Research Library and Cultural Center. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/8/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Video game teaches teens to stay calm in a weather emergency
The game prepares them for extreme events like wildfires, flooding, and blizzards. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/7/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Heat pumps are keeping homes warm in Maine
Even in below-zero temperatures, electric heat pumps can be an effective and cost-effective heating option. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/6/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What is ‘embodied carbon’?
It’s a little-known but major factor in the carbon footprint of our buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/5/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
As seas rise, task force recommends new bridges for Outer Banks island
Storms have repeatedly isolated North Carolina’s Hatteras Island from the mainland. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/4/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Is marijuana bad for the climate?
Indoor cannabis farms consume lots of electricity, boosting their carbon footprints. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/1/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change could shorten the life span of U.S. bridges
Rising seas, heavy precipitation, and extreme heat are causing corrosion, buckling, and cracking. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/29/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
High schoolers helped develop Tuscon’s climate action plan
They may not be able to vote yet, but they’re already having an influence. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/28/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What you need to know before you buy garden perennials this spring
In the USDA’s updated plant hardiness map, some places have shifted to a warmer zone. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/27/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Converting vacant offices to apartments would be a win for the climate
Repurposing a building reduces the need for new concrete and steel, which create a lot of carbon pollution during manufacturing. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/26/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Young people push for a Green New Deal for schools across the U.S.
As a result of student activism, a school district in Colorado will include climate change in the curriculum and implement clean energy initiatives. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/23/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The West is losing snowpack. That’s a problem for water management
Millions rely on meltwater during the spring and summer. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/22/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Company manufactures skis from algae oil
They’re an alternative to skis made from fossil-fuel-based plastic. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/21/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Why it’s so important to stay out of floodwaters
They can be dangerous and even deadly — and climate change is making flooding more frequent and severe. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/20/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Company gives retired wind turbine blades new life
Turbine blades are made of a composite material that can be tricky to recycle, but a company called Carbon Rivers has found a way. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/19/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to prepare for an evacuation
Here’s how to get ready — before disaster strikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/16/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Company upcycles wind turbine blades into benches and picnic tables
They’re breathing new life into the giant blades. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/15/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
His roof wasn’t suitable for solar panels. Here’s what he did instead
John Smillie found a different way to help the climate and his community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/14/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Danish photos from the 1930s show what Greenland’s glaciers used to look like
Scientists are using the images to document the impacts of global warming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/13/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Philadelphia mural tells a story of transformation
The side of an old warehouse depicts the harm people have done to the environment and a vision of a sustainable future. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/12/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
John Deere aims to offer variety of electric tractors, construction equipment by 2026
The company is building a facility in Kernersville, North Carolina, to manufacture electric battery and charging technology. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/9/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
When communities evacuate, residents lacking cars can be left behind
It’s a problem that could get worse as extreme weather grows more common. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/8/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A four-day workweek could be better for health and the climate, companies find
Close to 200 companies have completed six-month trials of the four-day workweek. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/7/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How better broadband access in rural areas could help the planet
It would enable residents to telecommute to work and appointments, reducing transportation-related pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/6/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A New Mexico electric utility is developing microgrids to keep the lights on when the larger grid goes down
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative provides power to 30,000 households in rural northern New Mexico. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/5/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Everything was messed up’: NYC’s day cares grapple with flooding
Over 2,000 licensed child care providers in the city use homes with basements for classrooms, offices, and storage, leaving them damage-prone when heavy rains strike. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/2/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Many municipal fire departments aren’t prepared for climate change
Firefighters accustomed to fighting fires in buildings may need training in battling wildfires as the conflagrations grow more common and extreme. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/1/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Heat from treated wastewater can warm homes
A Duluth collaboration aims to repurpose warm water discharged from a wastewater plant to heat homes in a low-income neighborhood. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/31/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Smartphone app can help you track your climate actions
The GetGreen app lets you earn points and compete with others for the highest score. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/30/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
High schoolers build solar car that can go 70 miles an hour
They raced it from Fort Worth to El Paso, Texas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/29/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Puppet king teaches Minnesota kids about climate change
The puppet shows can help kids learn tips for sustainable living. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/26/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Project spreads the word about tax incentives for electric cars
Federal tax credits can make it cheaper to buy an electric car, but many low-income people aren’t aware of the incentives. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/25/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Musical trio including Yo-Yo Ma records an anthem of hope
Indigenous singer-songwriter Quinn Christopherson and drag queen Pattie Gonia teamed up with Yo-Yo Ma to record a song about protecting the Earth. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/24/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Chicagoans learn how to cut pollution at new Climate Action Museum
Visitors learn how to do their part for the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/23/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wearable sensors worn by scuba divers could contribute to climate science
Data collected by the sensors could help scientists better understand how climate change is affecting the world’s oceans. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/22/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How cutting back on beef helps the planet
Producing beef causes eight to 10 times more carbon pollution per serving than chicken. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/19/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Report cards grade med and nursing schools on their response to climate change
Climate change poses major threats to people’s health. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/18/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Could your community do this? Workshop participants trade tips on saving energy
A Minneapolis-based nonprofit hosts workshops where participants learn from each other about how to stay warm in winter and keep the heating bill down. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/17/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
To craft enticing vegan entrees, focus on flavor, chef says
A meatless and dairy-free cafe at the University of North Texas is serving up dishes like crispy eggplant Parmesan and spring pea tofu. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/16/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
All-electric skyscraper nears completion in Brooklyn
The 44-story building houses more than 400 apartments, a gym, a yoga studio, and a rooftop pool. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/15/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Pedro the penguin teaches kids about disaster safety
As extreme weather becomes more common, this printable game prepares families for emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/12/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Only 2% of all the electricians in the United States are women
Tonya Hicks, who runs an electrical contracting company in Mississippi, says the clean energy transition offers a good chance for women to join the industry. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/11/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change could cost Montana’s economy millions
Warmer temperatures could hurt fishing, skiing, and other outdoor pastimes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/10/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How climate change is affecting air travel
One form of severe turbulence has increased by more than 50% over the north Atlantic during the past 40 years. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/9/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How warming winters are hurting outdoor fun in Minnesota
Skating, ice fishing, and skiing could all see consequences from rising temperatures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/8/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Farmer’s plants grow year-round in geothermal greenhouse in upstate New York
The system needs only a little energy to run. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/5/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change is hurting kids’ mental health, report finds
They’re vulnerable even if they haven’t directly experienced a disaster. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/4/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The ‘Climate Action Handbook’ is a guide to protecting the climate
This new book can help you improve your habits at home and champion climate solutions in your community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/3/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Amphibians are in trouble
They’re especially vulnerable to climate change because they’re coldblooded. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/2/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free rain barrel program helps Duluth residents get involved in flood prevention
Climate change is making rain storms more intense and increasing flood risk in the Great Lakes region. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/1/2024 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Northern Minnesota couple stays warm with help from heat pumps
New, advanced heat pumps can provide heating even in cold climates. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Will our buildings be ready for the climate of the future?
If architects and engineers don’t design with climate change in mind, their projects may not perform well over time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The time to build a disaster kit is now
Gather water, medicine, and food before a weather emergency strikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric buses could help clean up the air in Vegas
The biggest contributors to the city’s air pollution are cars, trucks, and buses. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
O Christmas tree: After the holidays, trees help restore wetlands in New Orleans
Old Christmas trees protect marsh grasses planted along the shore, and the branches capture sediment and slow erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Black Girl Environmentalist is highlighting the contributions of Black women in the climate movement
Wawa Gatheru started the organization as an Instagram page. It’s grown to nationwide workshops and events. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
It’s getting easier to rent an EV on your next vacation
Car rental companies offer a low-stakes way to try out an electric vehicle for the first time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Air pollution made Alejandro Daly sick. Now he fights for clean air
He helped train young people to monitor air quality in their communities using low-cost sensors. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
NYC startup launches curbside EV charging stations
They’re designed for city drivers who park on the street rather than in driveways or garages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Three tips for saving money and staying warm this winter
These are wins for your wallet and the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Polar bear 911’: How a Canadian town deals with its hungry bear population
Conflicts between humans and polar bears could become more frequent as Arctic sea ice declines. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A massive Christmas light display, eco-friendly style
Thanks to a rooftop solar array, this Vancouver couple can celebrate the holiday without running up an expensive power bill. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
As temperatures rise, so do Georgia ER visits for venomous snake bites
Researchers found that the odds of a hospital visit due to a snake bite increase almost 6% when temperatures are about two degrees warmer than normal. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Flying was his dream. Now he wants to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel
Former pilot Todd Smith cofounded Safe Landing, a group of aviation workers who want to slow the industry’s growth. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A South Dakota technical college wants to train students to repair EVs and hybrids
The auto repair industry is changing rapidly. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Telehealth can help rural and underserved kids access care
That’s important because climate change is worsening health conditions like asthma. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
More than 3 million U.S. workers have clean energy jobs, report finds
The jobs can be found in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors, not just in solar and wind. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘It’s very, very concerning’: Antarctica meltdown left penguin chicks drowned, frozen
Emperor penguins could be in trouble as sea ice declines. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Ridiculous’: Florida couple’s insurance premiums shoot up to $11,000 a year as hurricanes intensify
Some insurance companies have pulled out of Florida, leaving homeowners scrambling. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
More than a dozen Illinois schools add EVs to driver’s ed
They’re helping teens get comfortable with the cars of the future. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘A culture of repair’: Students learn to mend clothes and the planet
A San Francisco after-school program is helping teens upcycle thrifted clothes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
More than a year later, the emotional impacts from Hurricane Ian still linger
Many survivors of weather disasters benefit from mental health support. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Could your library do this? A California library is helping people try e-bikes for free
The program makes getting an e-bike pass as easy as checking out a book. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What it was like to be a volunteer firefighter during the 2023 Canada fires
Firefighters are experiencing climate change firsthand as hot, dry conditions boost the risks of fire. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Scientists show direct link between polluting companies and wildfires in North America
Carbon pollution from 88 major fossil fuel producers and cement makers has left the western U.S. and Canada hotter, drier, and more prone to fires, a recent study finds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Why one researcher is flying less
He’s often asked to travel for research and conferences, but he’s found some less-polluting options. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Are sweet potatoes a climate-resilient crop of the future?
They thrive in hot temperatures, within limits. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Warming winters threaten a unique dessert cider
Making ice cider requires weeks of frigid temperatures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Many cyclists want to keep biking even in winter, advocate says
But cities don’t always keep bike paths and lanes adequately plowed. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Uber driver switches to EV, saves money
He’s one of about 50,000 who have rented a Tesla through an Uber and Hertz program. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wind power boosts his family’s business, Kansas rancher says
‘I always say that wind farming is my best cash crop.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar worker helps other women get started in the industry
Riley Neugebauer founded Solar for Women, which helps women support each other online. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Green careers can provide a new way forward after prison
Roots of Success exposes incarcerated people to careers in renewable energy, clean transportation, and other environmental fields. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Up to 20% of lung cancer patients never smoked
Air pollution has also been linked to the disease. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change could make air travel even worse
Floods, heat waves, and storms are causing turbulence and delays. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Every single time it rains hard here, everyone in town gets really tense’
Intense rain caused historic flooding in Montpelier, Vermont, last summer. The effects still linger. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Unhoused people are especially vulnerable to wildfire smoke
Alameda County Healthcare for the Homeless provides people living outside with masks, information about health risks, and guidance for where to seek shelter. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Battery storage helped Texas power through summer heat
Solar and wind energy stored in batteries can help prevent rolling blackouts and power failures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Pro mountain runner Dakota Jones is doing his part for the climate
Through his running camp, he’s getting others involved, too. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The Inflation Reduction Act has created nearly 75,000 jobs
Plus it’s spurred more than $86 billion in private investments. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to cut the carbon footprint of your next flight
You could reduce your pollution by up to 63%. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wild spring weather swings hurt New York’s fall apple harvest
It’s a problem that’s getting worse as the weather gets more erratic. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Goodbye, noisy leaf blowers: Illinois landscaper offers all-electric service
It’s so much quieter. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change is making fall allergy season last weeks longer
Ragweed pollen can aggravate asthma and other allergies late into fall. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Yes, older homes can be weatherized
The U.S. Department of Energy has created a webpage with DIY projects that could help you save money this winter and reduce your home’s carbon footprint. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Inmates are nurturing sagebrush seedlings
The seedlings are transplanted into areas torched by wildfires. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Players of this board game explore how to power New York City on clean energy
They take on the roles of a politician, activist, engineer, or entrepreneur. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The surprising climate vulnerabilities of the world’s largest naval base
The Norfolk, Virginia, base can’t just wall itself off. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Baltimore church becomes an extreme weather ‘resiliency hub’
Solar panels and batteries keep the lights on, and it’s stocked with emergency supplies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How drought and rising temperatures drove millions of Somalis from their homes
A small increase in average monthly temperatures led to a 10-fold jump in the number of refugees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Some homeowners in need don’t qualify for government weatherization programs
Projects in North Carolina and South Carolina are working to help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to protect inland communities from climate gentrification
In some areas, wealthy coastal residents want to move inland — which could displace existing residents. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Research: Solar panel prices are dropping without sacrificing quality
Newer, cheaper solar panels are just as durable as older, pricier models, according to a study at Sandia National Laboratories. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The climate threat to California's stored nuclear waste
Sea level rise could eventually erode a Humboldt Bay bluff where 37 tons of nuclear waste are stored underground. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Pacific Island nations stand to lose much more than land as seas rise
The Rising Nations Initiative seeks to secure a permanent existence for threatened island countries, protecting their sovereignty and culture. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wyoming facility will extract carbon pollution from the air
Project Bison is one of several direct air carbon capture systems under development in the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Bubble curtains’ help protect whales from the noise of offshore wind construction
Whales and other marine mammals can be disturbed by underwater sounds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The reality of climate-induced relocation in Rwanda
Government-mandated moves offer improved services but can challenge traditional ways of life. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wildfire smoke can infiltrate your home, even when windows are closed
Air pollution can be just as bad inside a home, research finds. Air filtration can help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change could increase pressure on declining American kestrel population
Changes in the timing of spring could cause a mismatch between their nesting behavior and the availability of food for their chicks. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How green roofs can help cities adapt to climate change
They can lower energy costs, help control stormwater, and cool urban areas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Researcher maps places and populations who face extreme heat risk
The idea is to help planners and decision-makers around the world identify vulnerable residents and take steps to keep them safe. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
People with Alzheimer's disease face higher risks in heat waves
New data reveals an alarming connection between high temperatures and emergency room visits. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Gun violence rises with the temperature
Data from 100 U.S. cities shows that hotter-than-normal days coincide with a higher risk of shootings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Young people hold Montana accountable for contributing to climate change
Sixteen young activists took the state to court, fighting for their right to a healthy environment. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A mission to protect thorn forests in the Rio Grande Valley
Less than 10% of the historical thorn forests are left — and what remains is vulnerable to climate change and other threats. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fireproofing your home can reduce insurance bills
Residents of Topanga Canyon, California, have spent the past decade fireproofing their community, and it’s paying off. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric vehicles may improve a community’s health
Adding EVs to the road in California is linked to reduced asthma-related hospital visits, recent research found. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The world’s poorest people won’t be able to migrate to escape climate disasters
Climate change-driven heat waves, droughts, and floods will push vulnerable people into more extreme poverty, Harvard researcher says. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wind farms generate significant tax revenue for Iowa counties
They’re doing more than just creating clean energy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Idaho group helps protect farmworkers from heat and smoke
The Idaho Immigrant Resource Alliance distributes drinking water, sunscreen, face masks, and other supplies to farmworkers across the state. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free tool helps Gulf Coast residents identify potential risks to their homes
Such as flooding, hurricanes, and sea level rise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
90% of U.S. counties had a weather disaster between 2011 and 2021
It’s happening everywhere. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Sea level rise varies from place to place. Why?
Some communities are seeing the impacts of sea level rise sooner than others. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How should we memorialize communities lost to floods?
After repeated flooding, residents of a Missouri town took government buyouts and moved away. A granite monument now honors the former community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Many people in flood-prone areas of Lagos, Nigeria, would like to relocate within the city
Rather than moving somewhere far away, they’d prefer to stay near friends, family, and jobs. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Is climate change contributing to mysterious gray whale deaths?
A surge in gray whale strandings along the West Coast has raised alarms among researchers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Flood-prevention projects can enhance people’s well-being in underrecognized ways
They can improve health and offer spaces for public recreation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How back-to-back disasters strain community resources
In just one year, Portland, Oregon, experienced wildfire smoke, an ice storm, and a deadly heat wave. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Water levels in the Great Lakes can fluctuate dramatically
And worsening storms could make flooding a bigger threat to shoreline property. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Easton Park in New Orleans is both a playground and a flood-defense system
Tanks beneath the park can store 1 million gallons of stormwater. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The shipping industry is a major source of climate pollution
So the Aspen Institute’s Energy and Environment Program is working to create demand from large companies for zero-emission shipping. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Marvels of engineering’: The wind turbines that can float
This technology can generate clean energy while floating over the deep ocean. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How Hurricane Ida survivor Melissa Bright is helping to rebuild her community
Melissa Bright joined the Louisiana Just Recovery Network, where she learned how to demolish houses, hang drywall, lay flooring, and eliminate mold. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
When salt marshes erode, they can release carbon dioxide to the atmosphere
And erosion could increase as seas rise and storms, worsening global warming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Nonprofit trains science teachers to weave storytelling into their lessons
The idea is to help students connect what they’re learning to their culture and community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
9/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wind energy proved critical during a winter storm in the Southeast
Freezing temperatures strained the grid, but wind energy helped avert a larger power crisis, a clean energy advocate says.Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Ambitious ‘Ike dike’ project aims to protect Houston from storm surge
The project will include a massive system of gates, flood walls and more than 40 miles of restored dunes and beach. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
She was a teen when Katrina hit. Now she helps manage New Orleans’ water
Meagan Williams has learned about the power of water and how to help her city deal with it. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
California groups identify possible locations for disaster ‘resilience centers’
They created a free online tool that maps potential spaces. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Offshore wind could create tens of thousands of U.S. jobs
To fill those jobs, people will need to be trained with the right skills and expertise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Healthy mangrove forests can help protect inland areas from hurricane damage
But coastal development and shrimp farming disrupt mangrove ecosystems, weakening those protections. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The race to save ‘awe-inspiring’ giant sequoias
Since 2020, extreme fires have killed more than 10% of California’s mature giant sequoias. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Community, free clinics can help patients prepare for extreme weather
The organization Americares partnered with Harvard school of public health to develop a comprehensive tool kit for clinics. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Community ‘lighthouses' support New Orleans neighborhoods during power outages
Solar-powered faith and community centers can provide food, medical supplies, and a place to charge phones. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New Orleans groups help grow trees for vanishing cypress swamps
Cypress swamps can lessen damage from hurricanes by breaking winds, absorbing floodwaters, and reducing erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fishermen help monitor the impacts of an offshore wind project
The Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation is working with southern New England fishermen to gather data about the effects of the wind farm on marine species. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Heat pump coach’ helps Massachusetts residents ditch oil and gas furnaces
Retired engineer Steve Breit helps homeowners through the process of buying and installing climate-friendly heat pumps. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Limiting warming to 1.5°C would save half the world’s glaciers, study finds
Pollution cuts can still save many glaciers that people depend on for water, the researchers say. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Mosquito season has gotten a month longer in some places
More than two-thirds of U.S. locations studied now have longer mosquito seasons, research from Climate Central finds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
In effort to cut costs, remote Alaskan village turns to renewable energy
With no road access or grid connection, Igiugig has long relied on pricey diesel fuel. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The search engine that can help the planet
Ecosia uses its ad revenue to finance tree plantings worldwide. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Bird-friendly offshore wind is possible, National Wildlife Federation advocate says
Responsible development practices can help reduce collisions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar canopy charges electric buses in Montgomery County, Maryland
Riders have embraced the quiet, comfortable buses, says the director of the county’s department of transportation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Proposed Chumash marine sanctuary to serve as living climate lab
The 7,000-square-mile area was nominated by the Northern Chumash Tribal Council, which represents people who have lived in what is now central California for more than 10,000 years. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Community solar programs can make green energy more accessible
Subscribers to community solar essentially purchase a share of a solar farm. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Developers in California build all-electric homes
One clean energy provider in the state is offering incentives of up to $240,000 for affordable housing projects that run solely on electricity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Students explore ways to make San Francisco’s waterfront more resilient
Sea level rise and extreme storms will make the area prone to flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Coast Guard veteran is on a mission for solar
Tim Harris wants to inspire veterans to explore careers in renewable energy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
8/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric trucks could reduce air pollution, improve health
Advocates are calling for a zero-emission freight transportation system. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
D.C. community center plans to serve neighbors during disasters
Solar panels, a commercial kitchen, and a broadcasting studio are part of the plan to turn the F.H. Faunteroy Center into a resilience hub. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Black sea bass habitat is shifting north as the Atlantic heats up
But fishing regulations haven’t kept up with the changes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
EV charging stations to roll out at fast food restaurants in California
They’ve already been installed at a Taco Bell in San Francisco, and more are on the way across the state. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Municipalities unite to address flooding along Massachusetts’ Charles River
It’s a problem likely to get more urgent as climate change brings more extreme downpours. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Scientists investigate the climate impact of airborne dust
They’re using data from a high-tech instrument mounted to the International Space Station. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Nonprofit plants 'super trees' along Houston’s shipping channel
The nonprofit Houston Wilderness is helping plant live oak, river birch, and red maple trees to absorb carbon dioxide, filter pollutants, and contribute to flood reduction. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A Puerto Rican town avoided blackouts at key buildings during Hurricane Fiona
A solar microgrid kept the lights on in Castañer. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric boat motors could make shellfish farming quieter, cleaner
The motors can reduce pollution, noise, and maintenance issues. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Volunteers help identify heat-vulnerable neighborhoods in San Francisco
As climate change intensifies, the city’s historically moderate climate is seeing more heat waves. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
For every flood buyout, 10 new homes were built in flood plains in North Carolina
According to research from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Bill McKibben rallies adults over 60 to fight for climate action
McKibben’s organization, Third Act, organizes seniors to write letters, hold sit-ins, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Flu-like Valley fever is on the rise. There’s a climate link
About 20,000 cases were reported to the CDC in 2019, up sevenfold from 1999. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Pilot project uses volcanic ash to make cement
The project takes advantage of ash from a 2021 eruption on the Caribbean island of St. Vincent. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Third-party solar financing remains in legal limbo in some states
The financing approach can make it easier for property owners to pay for rooftop solar. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What it’s like to road trip cross-country in an electric car
One couple drove over 8,000 miles, spending a third of what they would have paid in gas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How local-level laws can protect trees during construction
Urban trees offer huge benefits, but they’re often cut down or damaged by development. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Oregon nonprofit offers incentives for energy efficiency and fire-resistant home improvements
Energy Trust of Oregon encourages residents to incorporate fire-resistant and efficient features into their homes, such as insulation and triple-paned windows. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Dust storms are on the rise in the Southwest. That could harm health
Exposure to dust storms can cause eye irritation and in some cases, severe respiratory distress. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Tips for keeping your pets safe in a hurricane
Emily Wood, director of Broward County Animal Care and Adoption in Florida, recommends people make a pet-friendly evacuation plan and get their animals microchipped. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Buyout programs aren’t serving everyone who needs help after a flood, planner warns
The programs offer homeowners financial compensation in exchange for leaving flood-prone areas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
7/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Online marketplace helps companies buy solar energy from underinvested communities
On the Solar Stewards marketplace, companies can purchase solar power generated by community centers, schools, and places of worship. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
American Samoa's coastal communities face worsened sea-level rise
Encroaching seas and land subsidence are reshaping ways of life in the U.S. territory in the South Pacific. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Mosquito that can carry viral infections spreads northward in U.S.
Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which can transmit dengue and Zika after biting an infected person, have been documented recently in Nevada, Utah, and Nebraska. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fort Liberty installs floating solar panels
The Army installation formerly known as Fort Bragg is going solar, enabling it to power essential services during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Many consumers find food labels confusing, contributing to food waste
“Use by.” “Best before.” “Sell by.” What does it all mean, anyway? Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Corn-based ethanol is not as good for the climate as once thought
The environmental repercussions of plowing grasslands and using fertilizer can outweigh the benefits to the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Conservative nonprofit promotes renewable energy
The Conservative Energy Network supports more diversified and cleaner energy sources — and they say it will be good for the economy and national security. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Most Americans underestimate the popularity of policies to protect the climate
In reality, about two-thirds of Americans support transformative climate policies, like a carbon tax or Green New Deal. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Brooklyn-based company helps buildings become cleaner and greener
To make electric and energy-efficient installations more accessible, BlocPower provides them at little to no upfront cost. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar trade group helps minority- and women-owned firms grow in the solar industry
The Solar Energy Industries Association created a database of companies owned by minorities, veterans, and women. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
A father and son take a bike trip inspired by climate change
A weeklong trek from the Outer Banks of North Carolina to Richmond, Virginia, raised $9,000 for the Triangle Land Conservancy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New book celebrates women driving climate action
‘Love Your Mother’ profiles 50 climate champions, one in each U.S. state. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fire survivors in Oregon community find hope in resident-owned cooperative
The approach is helping to ensure their housing remains affordable. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Ann Arbor community aims to become one of the first carbon-neutral neighborhoods in the U.S.
Grant funding will help pay for updates, weatherization, and electrification of homes in the Bryant neighborhood. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Vienna museum uses tilted paintings to spark climate conversations
The ‘A Few Degrees More’ exhibition at the Leopold Museum shows how disruptive a few degrees can be. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The sun powers a Syracuse community farm in more ways than one
Refugees from places like Somalia and Bhutan have the opportunity to grow food for themselves and their communities at Salt City Harvest Farm. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Former NHL goalie helps community ice rinks reduce energy use
Brightcore Energy, led by former New York Rangers goalie Mike Richter, is making rinks across the country more energy-efficient with LED lighting. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Cajun Navy Ground Force connects volunteers to communities affected by natural disasters
They’re using social media to help survivors of weather disasters get the assistance they need. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar-powered resiliency hubs to be installed in the Bronx
In a neighborhood where it can take days to restore power, one nonprofit hopes that these military-tent-like shelters will provide communities with access to electricity during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Former refugee brings solar to the camp where he once lived
Yves Umuhoza created Assorted Energies International, a refugee-led solar energy program. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Community-wide geothermal system provides heating and cooling in new Texas development
The shared system provides clean heating and cooling to hundreds of homes at once. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Winter storms caused losses in western monarch population
This vulnerable butterfly population has seen a drastic decline since the 1980s. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
6/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wisconsin company uses cow waste to produce energy
Entech Solutions is breaking down waste from 4,000 cows to create renewable energy and reduce methane emissions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How EV incentives for gasoline superusers could help the planet
Only about 10% of drivers are responsible for a third of all gasoline consumption in the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
One pastor's mission to prepare his community for climate change
Hurricanes have caused destructive flooding at Rev. Gerald Godette’s North Carolina churches. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Boston-area man finds his calling in the weatherization industry
Energy efficiency jobs are growing rapidly in Massachusetts. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New way to test for contaminated water takes hours
Heavy rain can wash sewage into bodies of water where people swim. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fossil fuel industry donates hundreds of millions to university climate and energy research
Activists express alarm about the potential impact on research topics and framing. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Baltimore residents get career training in urban forestry
The Baltimore Tree Trust provides professional training for ‘neighborhood forestry technicians’ in how to plant and care for trees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Museum tries to keep history above water in Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Rising seas and extreme storms are putting centuries-old buildings at risk at the Strawbery Banke Museum. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Racehorses may need more protection from heat illness in a warming climate
Rising temperatures mean that thoroughbreds are at growing risk, especially if they are not accustomed to warmer, humid temperatures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Most teachers support teaching students about climate change
But many feel unprepared to teach the topic, and they worry about pushback from parents. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Nonprofit wants Wisconsin to electrify buildings and transportation
Doing so would be a boon to the state’s economy, recent research finds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Louisiana teacher and students examine environmental injustices
Many of her students are affected by flooding and pollution, but some of their parents work in the fossil fuel industry. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric school buses are healthier for kids, but there could be a downside for workers
One advocacy group wants to ensure that as bus fleets go electric, bus manufacturing jobs stay in the U.S. and school district mechanics get the training they need. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
DOE wants to help 5 million homes connect to community solar by 2025
Community solar programs can help people access clean energy even when their own roofs aren’t suitable for solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How one strawberry farmer is coping with erratic weather in California
Farmers are seeing more heat waves, drought, and floods that can wipe out harvests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How faith-based groups are helping Arizonans survive brutal heat waves
For those that don’t have air conditioning, a faith center can become a lifeline. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New video game immerses players in a world ravaged by climate change
Created by Demagog Studios, Highwater takes players on a sometimes-satirical journey filled with moral questions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
California’s forests are packed with dead trees. Harvesting them could cut wildfire risk
Researcher Sandra Lupien of Michigan State wants to create a market incentive for removing low-value wood from forests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Middle schoolers learn how city design influences extreme heat
A Virginia Tech summer program arms middle school students with temperature sensors to use in their schoolyard. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Students push for climate education at med schools
A group called Medical Students for a Sustainable Future developed a guide that shows how climate change content can be integrated into medical school curricula. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New Mexico school helps students recover from wildfire trauma
Mora Holman Elementary School uses outdoor education to help students heal after major fires and floods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Clean energy technology can reduce energy costs for low-income people
In a pilot project, nonprofit Couleecap installed solar panels and heat pumps at an apartment building in Wisconsin. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
15 million people at risk globally from glacial lake dam bursts, study finds
As the world warms, water from melting glaciers is filling glacial lakes more rapidly, increasing the danger from dam bursts that can cause devastation downstream. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
5/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Tool helps communities identify areas lacking trees
American Forests’ free online tool assigns “tree equity scores” to neighborhoods across the U.S., allowing cities and residents to advocate for tree-planting projects where they’re needed most. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Philadelphians planted more than 1,000 trees in eight years in Hunting Park neighborhood
The new trees will help keep the neighborhood cool as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
SolarShare Wisconsin Cooperative aims to make investing in clean energy accessible to all
Cooperative members can invest in local solar projects for as little as $1,000. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Role-playing game helps students plan for climate change hazards
The game is part of a new curriculum that teachers in rural Colorado are using to educate students about the causes and impacts of wildfires, droughts, and floods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Hoopa Tribal member fights to save the Trinity River and its salmon
Climate change and water diversions have put the river’s salmon in jeopardy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Zone captains’ help people get help after wildfires
How one Oregon-based organization is helping wildfire survivors access food, shelter, and other support. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
NOAA system helps weathercasters predict and monitor deadly flash floods
NOAA's National Severe Storms Laboratory developed a system that combines hyperlocal radar measurements, elevation, hydrology, and soil moisture data to predict and monitor flash floods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
U.S. cities like Buffalo and Cincinnati could benefit from climate migration
These inland cities may be less vulnerable to severe climate impacts. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Solar-powered factory produces food for malnourished Haitian kids
The factory used to rely on diesel generators for power, and production had to slow or stop when fuel ran short. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Lower-cost ways to keep your home cool
Learn how Fresno residents protect themselves from the heat using blackout curtains and fans. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Phoenix residents learn how to fight back against urban heat
About 100 residents have participated in the online Urban Heat Leadership Academy, where they get information about how to protect their communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
More clean transportation options are coming to South Los Angeles
An $18 million pilot project will focus on low-polluting, climate-friendly transit solutions, like an electric bike lending library. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Student recommendations incorporated into flood-prevention project
For a class project, Old Dominion and Hampton university students made recommendations for alleviating flooding in a Norfolk, Virginia, neighborhood. Many of their ideas will soon become reality. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Data from whole-home energy monitors can help homeowners reduce carbon pollution
By identifying which appliances and devices are using the most energy at different times of day, people can cut their carbon footprints. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Why Chelsea, Massachusetts, is installing a microgrid system
For one thing, it will help the city keep essential services running during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Picture book helps kids learn about the downsides of gasoline
“Sparky's Electrifying Tale” explains the benefits of clean, climate-friendly transportation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Special pavement coating helps Los Angeles neighborhood stay cool
A coating applied in summer 2022 is designed to reflect the sun’s infrared rays, reducing heat in urban areas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Low-interest loan program helps homeowners finance clean energy upgrades
The Smart-E loan program makes it easier and more affordable for homeowners to go solar, install a heat pump, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free home repairs help low-income homeowners save money on energy bills
Revitalize Milwaukee, a nonprofit, provides free weatherization services and furnace upgrades to seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free employee parking is costing the climate and commuters
But parking cash-out laws can help more workers use climate-friendly transit instead of cars. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
4/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Trout stocking programs could aid fish populations as the climate warms
Researchers are identifying populations that can better withstand hotter temperatures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Ann Arbor voters approve 20-year tax for climate action
The Michigan city aims to eliminate climate-warming pollution by 2030, with investments in renewable energy, public transit, home weatherization, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Nonprofit helps high schoolers campaign for clean energy and climate policies
Tonyisha Harris of Action for the Climate Emergency encourages young activists to take small steps and gain confidence over time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/29/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free curriculum helps Gulf Coast teachers educate students about sea level rise
It was created through a partnership between Mississippi State University Extension and Sea Grant. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Some seniors need help navigating new air conditioning tech
Many older adults grew up without air conditioning, but modern cooling systems can increase comfort and safety during heat waves. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Online misinformation is spreading from English to Spanish
Content aggregators are adding Spanish-language voice-overs or subtitles to misleading content that they think can go viral. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change could disrupt Maine's coastal economy and culture
The Gulf of Maine Research Institute offers free workshops to help residents prepare. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wisconsin schools adopt electric buses
Fifteen school districts in the state were awarded federal funds in the fall of 2022 to purchase electric buses. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Armadillos are showing up farther north as the climate warms
The armored mammals have been spotted in parts of the U.S. that were once thought to be too chilly for them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Michigan woman helps neighbors go solar
Julie Roth of Ann Arbor organized a get-together about solar panels. She ended up launching a community solar program called Ann Arbor Solarize. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
You can help track the impacts of climate change in your own yard
Trained volunteers are helping to monitor more than 1,000 species through a program called Nature’s Notebook. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Despite Wisconsin’s solar rights law, HOAs still sometimes prevent solar installations
Though state law prohibits homeowners associations from banning solar panels, many unintentionally block installation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Simple solutions could reduce heat inequities in Phoenix
The city’s scorching summers disproportionately harm low-income and underserved communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Rising seas could cause septic system failures in coastal South Carolina county
Residents face contamination and sanitation problems as groundwater levels increase. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How Cincinnati's Climate Safe Neighborhoods Partnership promotes climate equity
The initiative prioritizes the needs of low-income and communities of color, with the goal of ensuring they are better protected as the city gets hotter and wetter. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free tool helps people identify tree species that will thrive in a warmer climate
The Climate Change Tree Atlas, developed by the USDA Forest Service, is a resource for selecting Eastern U.S. trees to use in tree planting and forest restoration projects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Many coastal residents willing to relocate in face of rising sea levels
A survey of more than 1,400 residents of flood-prone urban areas found that almost half would consider moving if flooding becomes more severe. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Annual climate summit empowers New York students
The Wild Center's annual summit in the Adirondacks equips students with the tools and knowledge to address climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Protecting sagebrush habitat can help wildlife and the climate
About 1.3 million acres of sagebrush habitat are lost each year to development and other threats, releasing stored carbon and contributing to climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Maps of cities show which buildings are losing the most heat
Utilities use MyHEAT’s maps to identify homeowners who could benefit from energy efficiency programs. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What is a ‘blue carbon’ ecosystem?
These habitats cover less than 1% of the Earth's surface, but they play a vital role in absorbing carbon dioxide. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How energy-efficiency disclosures in rental listings could help renters save money
Mandatory disclosures would help renters choose a more efficient home, a recent experiment found. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change threatens Puebloans’ traditional practices
Local conifer forests are endangered by drought stress and extreme heat, which may make plants used in traditional ceremonies scarce. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
3/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Electric vehicle incentives often favor higher-income people
But new federal tax credits could help that change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/28/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Website pinpoints communities that would benefit from new parks
The site shows where park space could reduce urban heat and provide other benefits. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wetland restoration can help protect coastal communities from hurricanes
The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana is using native plants to help create healthy wetlands. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Warming winters put Indigenous moose hunting traditions in jeopardy
More winter ticks and other parasites are thriving, threatening Minnesota's moose population. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
When do many people decide to go solar? When they’re referred by a friend or neighbor
They’re more likely to listen to people they trust. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/22/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Increasingly extreme heat could cost Phoenix $2 billion a year
But actions like planting shade trees and installing cool roofs could reduce the costs. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/21/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Board game helps communities prepare for extreme storms, flooding
This free, printable game helps players learn about stormwater management strategies — and the trade-offs of implementing them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Mycelium Youth Network aims to empower young people on climate change
The Bay Area nonprofit brings lessons about global warming and Indigenous approaches to schools. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
2/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Free program helps Gulf Coast communities assess climate risk
Many small towns don't have the resources to respond to the consequences of climate change, like sea level rise and extreme weather, on their own. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
2/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change takes toll on traditional Ojibwe wild rice harvest
Extreme weather events, including droughts and heavy rain, are making it more difficult to carry out wild rice harvests in the Upper Midwest. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/15/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Voluntary buyouts could help reduce flooding in six Rhode Island neighborhoods
The effort aims to secure land in the floodplain and create more green space along the Pocasset River. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/14/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Turn your charming old house into an energy-efficient home
Efficiency upgrades are key for cutting energy costs in pre-90s homes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Female solar workers can face prejudice. This woman wants that to change
Loraima Jaramillo of the Interstate Renewable Energy Council offers tips for creating more equitable workplaces. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Ventura County offers wildfire alerts in four languages often spoken by farmworkers
Many Indigenous workers from Mexico don’t speak English, so they miss public health warnings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How listening to women can boost disaster relief efforts
In Puerto Rico, the nonprofit Taller Salud partners with women to provide resources and support during emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/8/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How teaching kids energy efficiency in schools can benefit families at home
Students' enthusiasm for energy efficiency can ripple outward, making an impact beyond the classroom. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/7/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wildfire evacuation plans can help communities avoid logistical nightmares
‘It can be horrific… you’re trying to get people and animals out of harm’s way. At the same time, you’re trying to get first responders into those same areas.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Utility workers are seeing consequences of extreme weather firsthand
Researcher Katerina Gonzales is working with one utility to engage front-line workers in climate adaptation efforts and tap into their on-the-ground knowledge. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Connecticut program helps 15,000 households a year cut utility bills
The initiative, called Energize Connecticut, provides free or low-cost home energy assessments and recommendations for improving energy efficiency. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Is climate change affecting the polar vortex?
Some researchers link disruptions to the polar vortex to climate change, while others attribute them to natural variability. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
2/1/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Study finds disparities in how heat affects Phoenix residents
While some Arizonans can afford to run their AC constantly, many low-income residents struggle to pay high utility bills and suffer in the heat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/31/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Extreme rainfall exacerbates pollution threat from Oklahoma Superfund site
Decades-old abandoned lead and zinc mines in Ottawa County pose lingering health risks to nearby residents — particularly as the threat of flooding increases. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/30/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Can EVs meet the needs of rural drivers?
Manufacturers are offering a growing number of electric vehicles with longer ranges and all-wheel drive. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/27/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Simple energy-saving tips for winter
Reducing energy use during the winter can save money and reduce pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/26/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Tree thinning in dense forests could bolster Western snowpack, researchers suggest
In a Washington state forest, a research team thinned trees and created small clearings, leading to more snow accumulation on the forest floor. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/25/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Seattle-area agency distributes free air filtration kits to low-income residents
The Seattle and King County Public Health Department is working to ensure that all residents have access to tools for protecting themselves against wildfire smoke. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/24/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
People build artificial beaver dams in drought-stricken Montana
They’re hoping that the new dams will eventually attract real beavers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
1/23/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Heat Ready Schools’ project helps schools keep students safe during extreme heat
Shaded playgrounds, reusable water bottles, and training for teachers can help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/20/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Zoning law helps protect South Carolina’s St. Helena Island from sea level rise
The island is a cultural center for the Gullah/Geechee people. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/19/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Researchers study how to help forests thrive in a warmer climate
At a clear-cut area in Washington state, they planted 14,000 trees adapted to warmer conditions. The researchers are sharing lessons learned with others. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/18/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
For many Puerto Ricans who moved after Hurricane Maria, a sense of loss remains
A researcher at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, has been studying the mental health impacts of relocation after a disaster. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/17/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to clear wildfire smoke from indoor air with a DIY air filter
You’ll need a box fan and a furnace filter. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/16/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Smartphone apps help rural Alaskans monitor effects of warming climate
Participants can record coastal erosion rates, sea ice melt dates, and other data. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/13/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How artists can raise awareness of climate risks and solutions
With chalk art, colorful shade structures, and more, artists can help people understand and address climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/12/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Youth community center in Richmond, California, becomes a ‘resilience hub’
With the addition of a solar and battery system, it will soon be a place where residents can gather when grid power goes out. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/11/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
19th-century records help show impact of climate change on plants
Some plants in New York state are flowering an average of 10 days earlier and leafing out 19 days earlier in the spring than they did in the 1800s. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/10/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Puerto Rico group helps protect abuse survivors during and after disasters
Breakdowns after Hurricane Maria left some domestic abuse survivors in an especially dangerous situation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/9/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
North Carolina has suffered disastrous floods. Could farmers help?
Researchers are exploring whether farmers could hold water on their land temporarily, reducing floods downstream. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/6/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Researchers identify potential climate havens for vulnerable plants and animals
Known as ‘climate refugia,’ these places are better buffered from severe impacts of global warming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/5/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Boston-area organizer helps communities get ready for more extreme heat waves
She says listening to residents’ input is crucial. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/4/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Older adults can be particularly vulnerable during weather disasters
It’s an urgent issue as extreme weather grows more common. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/3/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The warming climate is altering a key amphibian habitat
Many amphibians lay their eggs in shallow, seasonal wetlands known as vernal pools. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
1/2/2023 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
‘Amphibious’ houses are designed to float during floods
Buoyant blocks help the house float, and rails ensure it returns to its original placement when the water recedes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/30/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Puerto Ricans and Florida residents show how communities help each other after disasters
Many Floridians hosted friends or family after Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico in 2017. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/29/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Discarded oyster shells used to build new reefs in coastal Louisiana
The oyster reefs help protect the state’s coasts from extreme weather. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/28/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New building code in Kaua’i accounts for projected sea level rise
The island in the Hawaiian archipelago has developed ambitious requirements for some new construction. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/27/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New guide helps church communities respond to climate change
They can provide spiritual guidance, and in some cases, a physical sanctuary after a disaster. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/26/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How climate change influences ‘lake effect’ snow
As the Great Lakes get warmer and stay ice-free longer in the winter, more evaporation occurs, leading to some heavier snowfalls. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/23/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New Orleans company recycles glass by crushing it into sand
Some of Glass Half Full’s sand was used to help restore a marsh damaged by Hurricane Ida. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/22/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Community group helps prepare the Anacostia River for climate change
The Anacostia Watershed Society restores wetlands, installs rain gardens, and plants trees that filter pollution and slow stormwater. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/21/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Shift in tuna populations could cost small Pacific islands $90 million a year
Warming ocean waters are expected to push the tuna out of the islands’ jurisdiction. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/20/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Nonprofit helps a Detroit neighborhood learn about solar
Many people in the community struggle with expensive electricity bills. Going solar can help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/19/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Changing rainfall patterns threaten insects in the tropics
Arthropod populations fall during both drought and periods of heavy rain, recent research finds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/16/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Eight states, 30 cities team up to reduce flooding threat along the Mississippi
They’ve partnered with Ducks Unlimited to restore more than 60 wetlands that will hold floodwaters during storms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/15/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New Jersey wants to restore 10,000 acres of ‘fairy-tale’ forest
Rising seas threaten to kill the state’s dwindling Atlantic white cedar forests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/14/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Fayetteville, Arkansas, establishes fund for climate refugees
A resident donated $100,000 to help resettle new people. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/13/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Confusion over food labels creates unnecessary waste and pollution
ReFED, a food waste nonprofit, is pushing for regulations to standardize the dates that appear on food packaging. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/12/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
What’s the difference between a hurricane, a typhoon, and a cyclone?
No matter what you call these storms, climate change is making them more dangerous. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/9/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Hydropower could provide electricity to more people in sub-Saharan Africa
And it could be paired with other renewable sources to ensure a reliable energy supply, says Carnegie Mellon researcher Paulina Jaramillo. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/8/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Specialists still assessing damage months after flood soaks Appalachian artifacts
Original recordings, interviews, and film footage were inundated during last summer’s flood in Whitesburg, Kentucky. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/7/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
New solar-powered car designed to travel up to 40 miles on sunshine alone
That’s enough to cover many people’s daily commutes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/6/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
The trouble with toilet paper (and other tissue)
Many tissue products come with a cost to the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/5/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
An idea that could help replenish California’s groundwater supplies
Groundwater pumping during droughts is straining the state’s underground aquifers, but this approach might help. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/2/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How rising sea levels could damage building foundations
Salty water can seep through cracks, corroding steel supports. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/1/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Unusually warm Pacific Ocean waters contributed to devastating storm in Alaska
The remains of Typhoon Merbok wreaked havoc in the state in September. Warm waters enabled it to form much closer to Alaska than normal. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/30/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Teen school board member wants to expand climate change curriculum
High school senior Shiva Rajbhandari won a seat on the Boise Board of Education in September. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/29/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Climate change made rain more extreme during Pakistan’s deadly 2022 floods
The disaster killed more than 1,500 people and destroyed over 2 million homes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/28/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Warmer winters limit lake ice skating opportunities in Vermont
It’s getting more challenging for Lake Morey Resort to maintain its four-mile-long skating track. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/25/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
How to reduce food waste from your Thanksgiving feast
About 300 million pounds of food go to waste around the holiday. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/24/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Wisconsin program aim to boost diversity in clean energy economy
Participants in a recent pilot project learned about ways to build their businesses. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/23/2022 • 1 minute, 31 seconds
Tree planting project aims to cool Tucson neighborhoods, provide food
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona is helping people grow and care for velvet mesquite trees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
