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‘My life will never be the same.’ Widow speaks out about the dangers of extreme heat

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Release Date: 11/25/2024

How data centers could delay climate progress show art How data centers could delay climate progress

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More dirty gas and coal plants could be turned on to generate the electricity that powers AI growth, polluting the air and harming the climate. Learn more at 

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The Youth Climate Justice Fund empowers young people to lead the climate fight show art The Youth Climate Justice Fund empowers young people to lead the climate fight

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The fund has awarded more than 4 million dollars to youth-led groups in the last few years. Learn more at 

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‘Deconstruction Academy’ teaches people how to reduce construction waste show art ‘Deconstruction Academy’ teaches people how to reduce construction waste

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Doors, sinks, windows, floors, and cabinets often end up in a landfill when a building is torn down. A Minnesota-based company is trying to change that. Learn more at 

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Grid upgrades are contributing to electricity price increases, research finds show art Grid upgrades are contributing to electricity price increases, research finds

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In many places, utilities are replacing aging equipment and hardening the grid against climate disasters. Learn more at 

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How fire can protect the land show art How fire can protect the land

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Indigenous practitioners show that when used carefully, fire can help ecosystems. Learn more at 

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Why these Lake Tahoe sleighs have wheels now show art Why these Lake Tahoe sleighs have wheels now

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Inconsistent snow is forcing a longtime winter attraction to adapt to a warming climate. Learn more at 

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Why disabled people are particularly vulnerable during power outages show art Why disabled people are particularly vulnerable during power outages

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For some Texans, losing heat during the 2021 winter freeze meant immobility – or worse. Learn more at 

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The frequency of billion-dollar disasters has increased dramatically show art The frequency of billion-dollar disasters has increased dramatically

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The U.S. now experiences a billion-dollar disaster about every two weeks, on average. Learn more at 

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Lake lovers beware: Winter ice isn’t always what it used to be show art Lake lovers beware: Winter ice isn’t always what it used to be

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Warmer winters can result in thinner ice, so knowing safety rules is essential. Learn more at 

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The clean energy coach next door show art The clean energy coach next door

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People who love their heat pumps are now teaching neighbors to go electric. Learn more at 

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