Retired teachers return to Colorado classrooms to teach students about climate change
Release Date: 04/09/2024
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
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Flooding is rewriting the rules for this Pennsylvania farm
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A farmer is turning to neighbors on higher ground as extreme weather reshapes her business. Learn more at
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Heavier downpours worsen sanitation problems in informal settlements
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More than 1 billion people worldwide live in such areas. Learn more at
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How solar devices can save lives in an emergency
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They can keep medicine cool, power medical equipment, or charge a phone during power outages. Learn more at
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Extreme heat is hitting rural America hard
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Many people live far from cooling centers and hospitals. Learn more at
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Why you might want a minisplit to heat and cool your home
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These efficient units can keep you comfortable without racking up a big bill. Learn more at
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Air conditioning can save lives, but not everyone has it
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Some lower-income people are choosing between cooling and food. Learn more at
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