Utility workers are seeing consequences of extreme weather firsthand
Release Date: 02/03/2023
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
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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
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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
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People who love their heat pumps are now teaching neighbors to go electric. Learn more at
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Floating gardens could offer a beautiful fix for polluted water
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Researchers in Florida are testing flower-covered mats that could remove pollution and restore water quality in the state’s canals. Learn more at
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This teen is taking on dirty air
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Nathan Tan founded a nonprofit that monitors pollution in Dallas neighborhoods. Learn more at
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Solar farms turn from lawn mowers to sheep
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The grazing flocks trim the grass around solar arrays, and the sheep farmers get a new revenue stream. Learn more at
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A familiar tree turned up at a shockingly high elevation
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An ecologist spotted Jeffrey pines growing far above their usual range in the Sierra Nevada. Learn more at
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Intense storms, rain, and waves leave Great Lakes coastal properties exposed
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But living shorelines can help protect beaches, homes, and roads. Learn more at
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Wisconsin farmer says extreme weather is hurting his harvests
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Excessive rain followed by pests and disease is decimating his garlic crop. Learn more at
info_outlineResearcher Katerina Gonzales is working with one utility to engage front-line workers in climate adaptation efforts and tap into their on-the-ground knowledge. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/