Why you might get bumped from a flight during a heat wave
Release Date: 08/08/2025
The 1995 Chicago heat wave killed hundreds. A new tool aims to prevent the next tragedy
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Researchers, city officials, and residents teamed up to pinpoint which neighborhoods face the greatest danger. Learn more at
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People experiencing homelessness often have nowhere to retreat from the heat
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To save lives, communities can provide water and air conditioning to people in need. Learn more at
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Grieving parents work to protect student athletes from deadly heat
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The Jordan McNair Foundation trains coaches, trainers, and athletes to recognize the symptoms of heat exhaustion and act quickly. Learn more at
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Why a group of Catholics urged Congress to take climate action
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They made a pilgrimage to Washington to mark the 10th anniversary of the late Pope Francis’ groundbreaking call to protect the Earth. Learn more at
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A Colorado manufactured home community is getting more energy efficient
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A project is helping to retrofit 16 homes with more insulation, sealing, and electric stove tops and heat pumps. Learn more at
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Program in Buffalo, New York, lets riders enjoy the perks of e-bikes without the price tag
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The effort is working to expand access to biking in communities of color. Learn more at
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Free house calls help Californian residents save money on their utility bills
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As part of a workforce development program, young people are visiting neighbors to assess their water and energy efficiency. Learn more at
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Why a Kansas researcher spent a year living in a poor neighborhood in Korea
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He wanted to study the effects of poverty and extreme weather firsthand. Learn more at
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Art installation amplifies hundreds of voices on climate change
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At Rice University, light and sound immerse visitors in a global chorus calling for climate action. Learn more at
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What can state governments do about climate change?
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As the federal government withdraws from climate action, states can step up. Learn more at
info_outlineHot air makes it harder for engines to get a plane airborne – a problem that is set to get more common as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/