Hanukkah story can inspire energy conservation, rabbi says
Release Date: 11/29/2021
Small farmers need a better safety net, trade group says
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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
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Bees are buzzing on Michigan State’s campus
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The university is converting acres of grass into wildflower meadows that attract pollinators. Learn more at
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Extreme weather comes for youth sports
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Dangerous heat, smoky air, and heavy rain cause canceled practices and competitions. Learn more at
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As lone star ticks move north, red meat allergies are on the rise
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Its bites can trigger an immune response to red meat. Learn more at
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A Champagne with notes of climate change
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Winemaker Maison Ruinart created a collection of Champagnes from grapes grown in years with abnormal weather. Learn more at
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Companies cancel clean energy projects that would have created 40,000 jobs
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The industry was booming before Congress repealed clean energy tax credits and the Trump administration began fighting wind and solar projects. Learn more at
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Minnesota lawmakers consider lifting ban on new nuclear power plants
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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
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Trump EPA move sparks fears over kids’ health
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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
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Arctic warming alters weather patterns across the globe
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Sea ice acts as the planet’s air conditioning – one that’s melting away. Learn more at
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A student’s expedition to the Antarctic
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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
info_outlineThe holiday celebrates the oil that miraculously lasted eight days. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/