Climate Connections
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.
Episodes
An old Atlanta railway is becoming a cool escape
When complete, the Atlanta Beltline will form a 22-mile loop that links parks, housing, art, businesses, and public transit. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Simple tweaks can make wastewater treatment less polluting
When mixed with oxygen, nitrogen in wastewater creates nitrous oxide, a powerful global warming gas. But there are ways to reduce the harm. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The coffee shop and barber shop that stay open when the power goes out
Solar panels and batteries allow two Salt Lake City businesses to serve as a community hub during outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The hidden ocean world that helps regulate our climate
Strange jellyfish, glowing squid, and tiny plankton help move carbon out of the atmosphere and into the deep ocean. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Kids plant trees, change neighborhoods
The One Tree Per Child Program helps children in Pittsburgh plant trees around schools, parks, streets, playgrounds, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Coeur d'Alene Tribe saves with solar-powered rec center
Rooftop solar panels cut costs by thousands of dollars a year. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
They were offered free flood protection. So why are so few homeowners saying yes?
A government program elevates some Louisiana homes at no cost, but skepticism and unanswered questions are slowing participation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Reflective paint can keep your home cooler
It reflects the sun's rays and emits absorbed heat, keeping the building cooler inside. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
You can help scientists study walruses
A global science project is asking volunteers to search Arctic satellite images for the animals, which are threatened by climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Indigenous Earth Fund distributes $5 million to Indigenous-led projects
Edgar Villanueva says that Indigenous communities have solutions to environmental problems but struggle to access funding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Boston's first public housing project gets a climate-friendly makeover
The redevelopment includes all-electric energy-efficient units, mature shade trees, and rain gardens. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Nonprofit encourages Latinos to get politically involved amid rising energy costs
Poder Latinx created a bilingual website to help people understand how policy decisions influence electricity bills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The rising risk of landslides
Climate change is supercharging hurricanes, heavy downpours, and wildfires, all of which make landslides more likely. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
In flood-prone areas on the Texas-Mexico border, predatory loans are a problem
And it's an increasing threat with climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Workers are more likely to be injured on very hot days
So the New York State Insurance Fund provides money for small businesses to buy fans, cooling vests, ventilated hard hats, and more for their employees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
People are getting financial incentives to use less electricity during heat waves
Smart thermostats and connected devices are helping some utilities reduce strain on the grid. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Initiative in North Carolina and Georgia helps residents lower their electricity bills
It helps people make their homes more energy efficient. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How a Maryland soccer complex became more climate resilient
Drought-resistant grass and drainage pipes ensure games can keep going even in times of drought or heavy rain. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Iowa City's free buses are getting people out of cars
Transit ridership jumped more than 40% after the city eliminated fares. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Trout, farmers, and cities are competing for the same water in the Southwest
But one effort helps keep water flowing through trout habitat during winters in the Rio Grande basin. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A beautiful way to reduce flooding in your neighborhood
Replacing lawn grass with native plants can reduce runoff and erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The AI boom has a dirty energy problem
Soaring electricity demand from data centers may lead U.S. utilities to invest more in coal and gas plants. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Fishermen in the Bahamas are collecting data that could improve forecasts
Fishing boats equipped with sensors are gathering data on ocean depth and temperature. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
One Indigenous man's mission to change how the Forest Service thinks about fire
Ryan Reed says restoring cultural burning practices can help prevent catastrophic wildfires. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A dirty farm problem could be a climate solution
Biodigesters capture methane from manure. The methane can then be refined into fuel. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Small farmers need a better safety net, trade group says
These farms often grow a variety of crops, which makes them more resilient when extreme weather strikes. But farming this way can make it harder to get crop insurance. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Bees are buzzing on Michigan State's campus
The university is converting acres of grass into wildflower meadows that attract pollinators. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Extreme weather comes for youth sports
Dangerous heat, smoky air, and heavy rain cause canceled practices and competitions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
As lone star ticks move north, red meat allergies are on the rise
Its bites can trigger an immune response to red meat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A Champagne with notes of climate change
Winemaker Maison Ruinart created a collection of Champagnes from grapes grown in years with abnormal weather. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Companies cancel clean energy projects that would have created 40,000 jobs
The industry was booming before Congress repealed clean energy tax credits and the Trump administration began fighting wind and solar projects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Minnesota lawmakers consider lifting ban on new nuclear power plants
Nuclear power could help the state fully transition to zero-carbon electricity, but the plants can be slow and expensive to build. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Trump EPA move sparks fears over kids' health
An advocate warns that rolling back a key climate finding could expose children – especially in Black and Brown communities – to more dangerous air pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Arctic warming alters weather patterns across the globe
Sea ice acts as the planet's air conditioning – one that's melting away. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A student's expedition to the Antarctic
Eric Gee helped with research, broadcast to 2 million kids in classrooms, and raised awareness about the need to protect the southern continent. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Flooding is rewriting the rules for this Pennsylvania farm
A farmer is turning to neighbors on higher ground as extreme weather reshapes her business. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Heavier downpours worsen sanitation problems in informal settlements
More than 1 billion people worldwide live in such areas. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How solar devices can save lives in an emergency
They can keep medicine cool, power medical equipment, or charge a phone during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Extreme heat is hitting rural America hard
Many people live far from cooling centers and hospitals. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why you might want a minisplit to heat and cool your home
These efficient units can keep you comfortable without racking up a big bill. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Air conditioning can save lives, but not everyone has it
Some lower-income people are choosing between cooling and food. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How extreme heat threatens honeybees
Hot temperatures can overwhelm bees' natural cooling systems. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Heat waves are extra dangerous for babies
Here's why – and what you can do to protect them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How one farmer is turning dirt into a climate solution
Rich, healthy soil helps his crops withstand both floods and droughts. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How first responders prepare for (rare) EV fires
As electric vehicles grow in popularity, firefighters in Minnesota and beyond are training for these emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A little bit can go a long way in energy savings
As electricity and gas prices rise, try these simple steps to bring utility bills down. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Climate change could make picking tobacco even more dangerous
Farm workers, including kids, can suffer from nicotine poisoning when they handle tobacco leaves – a threat that's growing in a warming climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The overlooked ecosystems that hold massive carbon stores
Peatlands lock away climate-warming carbon, so preserving them is critical to the planet's future. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Melting ice led to a tsunami in Greenland. It could happen again
A massive landslide sent huge waves crashing back and forth in a fjord. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The many benefits of carpooling
It can save money and build relationships – all while helping fight climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Pennsylvania greenhouse stays warm by storing heat underground
A 'climate battery' system helps plants thrive all winter – no fossil fuels needed. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Kids race boats powered by sunshine alone
Student teams will compete this weekend in the annual Solar Boat Regatta in Minnesota. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The long shadow of Maui's wildfires
A therapist says many of his patients are still struggling with mental health consequences, three years after the disaster. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Olympic skier sounds alarm on vanishing snow
Julia Kern says warming winters are transforming her sport — and pushing her to act. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Midwives in Pakistan navigate floods to care for parents and babies
The Mama Baby Fund provides maternity care and childbirth support to people on the front lines of climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The soccer club that helps fans take climate action
Vermont Green FC is turning game day into a chance to make a difference. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Indonesia to conserve coral reefs in 'debt-for-nature' deal
The agreement allows Indonesia to spend $35 million protecting and restoring critical ecosystems. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Over half of coral reefs bleached during a three-year heat wave
Climate change is warming ocean waters, putting reefs in peril. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why a Montana rancher is speaking up for climate action
Intense wildfires, storms, and floods have damaged Steve Held's ranch and put his cattle in danger. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Solar drying towers could reduce food waste, researcher says
A drying system could rescue surplus or damaged crops before they hit the landfill. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How an army of volunteers is fighting climate misinformation online
Instead of arguing with trolls, they're amplifying the truth. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Surgeon warns that climate change can disrupt cancer care
Wildfires, storms, and floods can lead to missed appointments and hospital closures – with life-and-death consequences. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Your donated clothes might end up here
Millions of garments flood a Ghana market – and much of it becomes waste. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The downside of perfect green lawns
They look beautiful, but they consume a lot of water and fuel. Here's an alternative. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The little-known group that decides your electricity prices
Most Americans don't know these regulators exist, but they control rate hikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Pennsylvania farmers found a way around rising power bills
A solar-powered warehouse near Pittsburgh is helping an organic co-op dodge soaring electricity costs. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Minnesota solar farm produces electricity – plus kale and radishes
At the Big Lake solar installation, farmers grow crops between rows of solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A kumquat grows in Philadelphia
To prepare for climate change, the Philadelphia Orchard Project is experimenting with raising tropical fruits and vegetables in an unheated greenhouse. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Revenue from wind and solar farms can reshape community budgets
Local governments are using the proceeds to pay for roads, EMS, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
'Flying potato' owls find a home at Arizona solar complex
Rescued owls live in artificial burrows at the solar farms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Zen Buddhist retreats offer space for people to process climate grief
Priest Kritee Kanko helps people express their feelings rather than pushing them away. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A Vermont utility is helping people get home battery systems
The batteries keep the lights on during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The funding disappeared. The flooding didn't
After the Trump administration canceled a climate initiative, a Pennsylvania farmer is battling extreme rain on her own. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Hospitals are rethinking laughing gas. Here's why
The anesthetic is a potent climate pollutant. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Air quality sensors reveal pollution hot spots
The Hispanic Access Foundation found that in several Latino communities, particulate pollution exceeded federal standards. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
In Pennsylvania, some forests are also farms
From shiitake mushrooms to hickory nut oil, new markets for forest-grown foods can help landowners earn income while protecting trees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How 'right to charge' laws make it easier to own an EV
The laws override HOA and condo board rules that restrict residents from installing EV chargers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How energy codes shape comfort and costs at home
Eric Fowler of Fresh Energy in Minnesota says stronger standards can lower bills and improve safety during outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Lima beans show potential as a climate-resilient crop
Many varieties can withstand hot, dry conditions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Could 'sky trains' reduce transportation emissions?
Aerolane is using planes to pull other planes through the sky. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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