Climate Connections
1,220 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 104 ratingsHow 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.
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John Deere aims to offer variety of electric tractors, construction equipment by 2026
February 09, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBThe company is building a facility in Kernersville, North Carolina, to manufacture electric battery and charging technology. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
When communities evacuate, residents lacking cars can be left behind
February 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBIt’s a problem that could get worse as extreme weather grows more common. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A four-day workweek could be better for health and the climate, companies find
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBClose to 200 companies have completed six-month trials of the four-day workweek. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How better broadband access in rural areas could help the planet
February 06, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBIt would enable residents to telecommute to work and appointments, reducing transportation-related pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A New Mexico electric utility is developing microgrids to keep the lights on when the larger grid goes down
February 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBKit Carson Electric Cooperative provides power to 30,000 households in rural northern New Mexico. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
‘Everything was messed up’: NYC’s day cares grapple with flooding
February 02, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBOver 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/
Many municipal fire departments aren’t prepared for climate change
February 01, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBFirefighters 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/
Heat from treated wastewater can warm homes
January 31, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBA 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/
Smartphone app can help you track your climate actions
January 30, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBThe GetGreen app lets you earn points and compete with others for the highest score. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
High schoolers build solar car that can go 70 miles an hour
January 29, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBThey raced it from Fort Worth to El Paso, Texas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Puppet king teaches Minnesota kids about climate change
January 26, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBThe puppet shows can help kids learn tips for sustainable living. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Project spreads the word about tax incentives for electric cars
January 25, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBFederal 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/
Musical trio including Yo-Yo Ma records an anthem of hope
January 24, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBIndigenous 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/
Chicagoans learn how to cut pollution at new Climate Action Museum
January 23, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.06 MBVisitors learn how to do their part for the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Wearable sensors worn by scuba divers could contribute to climate science
January 22, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBData 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/
How cutting back on beef helps the planet
January 19, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBProducing beef causes eight to 10 times more carbon pollution per serving than chicken. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Report cards grade med and nursing schools on their response to climate change
January 18, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBClimate change poses major threats to people’s health. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Could your community do this? Workshop participants trade tips on saving energy
January 17, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBA 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/
To craft enticing vegan entrees, focus on flavor, chef says
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBA 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/
All-electric skyscraper nears completion in Brooklyn
January 15, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThe 44-story building houses more than 400 apartments, a gym, a yoga studio, and a rooftop pool. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Pedro the penguin teaches kids about disaster safety
January 12, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBAs extreme weather becomes more common, this printable game prepares families for emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Only 2% of all the electricians in the United States are women
January 11, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBTonya 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/
Climate change could cost Montana’s economy millions
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBWarmer temperatures could hurt fishing, skiing, and other outdoor pastimes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How climate change is affecting air travel
January 09, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBOne 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/
How warming winters are hurting outdoor fun in Minnesota
January 08, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBSkating, ice fishing, and skiing could all see consequences from rising temperatures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Farmer’s plants grow year-round in geothermal greenhouse in upstate New York
January 05, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThe system needs only a little energy to run. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Climate change is hurting kids’ mental health, report finds
January 04, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThey’re vulnerable even if they haven’t directly experienced a disaster. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The ‘Climate Action Handbook’ is a guide to protecting the climate
January 03, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThis new book can help you improve your habits at home and champion climate solutions in your community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Amphibians are in trouble
January 02, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThey’re especially vulnerable to climate change because they’re coldblooded. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Free rain barrel program helps Duluth residents get involved in flood prevention
January 01, 2024 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBClimate change is making rain storms more intense and increasing flood risk in the Great Lakes region. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Northern Minnesota couple stays warm with help from heat pumps
December 29, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBNew, advanced heat pumps can provide heating even in cold climates. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Will our buildings be ready for the climate of the future?
December 28, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBIf 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/
The time to build a disaster kit is now
December 27, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBGather water, medicine, and food before a weather emergency strikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Electric buses could help clean up the air in Vegas
December 26, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThe biggest contributors to the city’s air pollution are cars, trucks, and buses. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
O Christmas tree: After the holidays, trees help restore wetlands in New Orleans
December 25, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBOld Christmas trees protect marsh grasses planted along the shore, and the branches capture sediment and slow erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Black Girl Environmentalist is highlighting the contributions of Black women in the climate movement
December 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBWawa Gatheru started the organization as an Instagram page. It’s grown to nationwide workshops and events. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
It’s getting easier to rent an EV on your next vacation
December 21, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBCar rental companies offer a low-stakes way to try out an electric vehicle for the first time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Air pollution made Alejandro Daly sick. Now he fights for clean air
December 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBHe helped train young people to monitor air quality in their communities using low-cost sensors. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
NYC startup launches curbside EV charging stations
December 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThey’re designed for city drivers who park on the street rather than in driveways or garages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Three tips for saving money and staying warm this winter
December 18, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThese are wins for your wallet and the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
‘Polar bear 911’: How a Canadian town deals with its hungry bear population
December 15, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBConflicts between humans and polar bears could become more frequent as Arctic sea ice declines. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A massive Christmas light display, eco-friendly style
December 14, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThanks 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/
As temperatures rise, so do Georgia ER visits for venomous snake bites
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBResearchers 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/
Flying was his dream. Now he wants to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel
December 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBFormer 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/
A South Dakota technical college wants to train students to repair EVs and hybrids
December 11, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThe auto repair industry is changing rapidly. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Telehealth can help rural and underserved kids access care
December 08, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThat’s important because climate change is worsening health conditions like asthma. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
More than 3 million U.S. workers have clean energy jobs, report finds
December 07, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThe jobs can be found in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors, not just in solar and wind. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
‘It’s very, very concerning’: Antarctica meltdown left penguin chicks drowned, frozen
December 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBEmperor penguins could be in trouble as sea ice declines. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
‘Ridiculous’: Florida couple’s insurance premiums shoot up to $11,000 a year as hurricanes intensify
December 05, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBSome insurance companies have pulled out of Florida, leaving homeowners scrambling. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
More than a dozen Illinois schools add EVs to driver’s ed
December 04, 2023 10:00 - 1 minute - 2.15 MBThey’re helping teens get comfortable with the cars of the future. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/