Goodbye gas, hello sustainability
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A California couple ditched gas, converting their home to run entirely on clean electricity. Learn more at
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Hurricane Katrina survivors offer emotional support to Helene survivors
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A New Orleans native set up a buddy system that pairs people across state lines. Learn more at
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Clean energy is powering local economies in Texas
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Wind, solar, and battery storage projects are generating billions in tax revenue for communities, a University of Texas study finds. Learn more at
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A Colorado couple invested in wildfire protection for their home. It paid off
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Months before a wildfire, they’d taken steps to prevent fires from reaching their house. Learn more at
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How a solar job training program changed one woman’s life
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Today, Jacinta Goggles is working to expand solar access on the Wind River Reservation. Learn more at
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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
info_outlineThe Sustainable Forestry Initiative is helping landowners protect their timber forests as wildfire threats grow. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/