Heat pump water heater: climate hero?
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Western utilities are testing the potential of heat pump water heaters to heat up water during times when solar energy is abundant. Learn more at
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Wildfire survivor says it should be easier for the public to access satellite information
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Brianna Pagán, a satellite expert, lost her home in a wildfire. Learn more at
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Natural building material could be used for safer refugee housing
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Jutin, a material made from jute, can be used to build sturdy yet lightweight structures that stay cooler during summer heat. Learn more at
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What to do when you return home after a wildfire
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Check for structural damage and gas leaks and take pictures of damage before you move back in. Learn more at
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More support needed for disaster survivors who speak little English
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A law requires federal relief efforts to try to reach people with limited English skills, but gaps remain. Learn more at
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Climate disasters hit harder when you don’t have a bank account
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People without bank accounts can face difficulty receiving aid. Learn more at
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Warming climate disrupts food prices in northern Ontario
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Shorter ice seasons make transportation and hunting more difficult. Learn more at
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Vermont resident quits traveling by plane
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‘I found slowing down, particularly spending most of my transportation time walking and biking and taking the train, brings me great joy.’ Learn more at
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When the power went out, an electric car kept the AC running
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A Georgia man used his EV to stay cool for days after Hurricane Helene. Learn more at
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Energy-efficient housing doesn’t have to be as expensive as you might think
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Boston’s Kenzi project blends cutting-edge energy efficiency with affordability. Learn more at
info_outlineA 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/