Climate Connections
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Illinois program expands access to clean energy careers
The Climate Works Pre-Apprenticeship Program offers paid training and support services to help residents enter the building trades. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
California neighbors cut carbon together
The EcoBlock project helped 15 homeowners on a single Oakland block get new rooftop solar, heat pumps, and insulation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
What is the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change?
We explain in 90 seconds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why low electricity rates don't always mean low bills
Rates matter, but energy efficiency makes a big difference, too. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Montana ranch buries dead trees to lock away climate pollution
After a wildfire killed tens of thousands of trees on her property, a company helped one rancher clean up using a promising new strategy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A burned-out Detroit house becomes a clean energy model
The project shows how clean, efficient technology can revitalize buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Should we add a Category 6 to hurricane ratings?
An atmospheric scientist at the National Taiwan University says storms with winds above 184 miles an hour deserve their own category. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Retiring farmers find a new way to pass on their land
A national nonprofit helps transfer farmland into community ownership and ensures it will be managed sustainably. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The cargo ship that's powered the old-fashioned way
The cargo ship that gets most of its power the old-fashioned way. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Illinois invests in large-scale battery storage
The goal is to store excess wind and solar energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Home energy upgrades help older residents stay in their homes
Senior Services Plus in Illinois is helping older residents lower energy costs with free insulation, heating upgrades, and other improvements. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Cold winters are no match for modern cold-climate heat pumps
In fact, several chilly Nordic countries lead the world in heat pump adoption. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
As heat pumps gain popularity, winter electricity demand is growing
But efficiency upgrades and 'demand response' programs can help keep costs down. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Hawaii teens take on the state – and win
Young plaintiffs helped secure a landmark climate settlement with the Hawaii Department of Transportation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How to help your garden withstand climate change
Healthy soils and diverse, perennial plants can help your garden beds survive extreme weather like floods and droughts. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Can soccer fans mobilize for climate action?
Heat waves are already harming the sport, one advocate says. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How data could help protect city trees in the Chicago area
Researchers are using satellites to spot stress in urban forests. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Have a disability? Know your rights before a disaster strikes
Hurricanes, floods, and wildfires often leave people with disabilities especially vulnerable. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A sacred Minnesota food is in decline
Wild rice, central to Anishinaabe culture, is shrinking as climate change and pollution take a toll. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why offshore wind could help the grid
Offshore turbines generate electricity reliably at night and in the winter. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The arid Rio Grande basin could become even drier
Climate-change-driven drought is hitting the river hard, contributing to water shortages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Some people are getting trapped in place as the climate changes
Research shows that the poorest may be least able to move away from harm. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why inclusive disaster planning can be lifesaving
The aftermath of Hurricane Maria showed that people with disabilities can get left behind during an emergency. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The basics of climate change in 90 seconds
CO2 levels are at their highest in human history – and warming the Earth dangerously fast. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
This effort aims to protect 60 million acres of the Amazon rain forest
The partnership empowers Indigenous people to steward the land by growing the markets for goods like acai, Brazil nuts, honey, and sustainable rubber. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How data centers could delay climate progress
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 https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The Youth Climate Justice Fund empowers young people to lead the climate fight
The fund has awarded more than 4 million dollars to youth-led groups in the last few years. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
'Deconstruction Academy' teaches people how to reduce construction waste
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 https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Grid upgrades are contributing to electricity price increases, research finds
In many places, utilities are replacing aging equipment and hardening the grid against climate disasters. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How fire can protect the land
Indigenous practitioners show that when used carefully, fire can help ecosystems. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why these Lake Tahoe sleighs have wheels now
Inconsistent snow is forcing a longtime winter attraction to adapt to a warming climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why disabled people are particularly vulnerable during power outages
For some Texans, losing heat during the 2021 winter freeze meant immobility – or worse. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The frequency of billion-dollar disasters has increased dramatically
The U.S. now experiences a billion-dollar disaster about every two weeks, on average. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Lake lovers beware: Winter ice isn't always what it used to be
Warmer winters can result in thinner ice, so knowing safety rules is essential. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The clean energy coach next door
People who love their heat pumps are now teaching neighbors to go electric. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Floating gardens could offer a beautiful fix for polluted water
Researchers in Florida are testing flower-covered mats that could remove pollution and restore water quality in the state's canals. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
This teen is taking on dirty air
Nathan Tan founded a nonprofit that monitors pollution in Dallas neighborhoods. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Solar farms turn from lawn mowers to sheep
The grazing flocks trim the grass around solar arrays, and the sheep farmers get a new revenue stream. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A familiar tree turned up at a shockingly high elevation
An ecologist spotted Jeffrey pines growing far above their usual range in the Sierra Nevada. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Intense storms, rain, and waves leave Great Lakes coastal properties exposed
But living shorelines can help protect beaches, homes, and roads. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Wisconsin farmer says extreme weather is hurting his harvests
Excessive rain followed by pests and disease is decimating his garlic crop. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Most Christian leaders accept climate science
But many aren't talking about it with their congregations. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Ohio farmers face weather whiplash
In 2025, fields swung from soaking wet to bone dry in a single growing season. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Wisconsin group finds flood solutions upstream
The Wisconsin Wetlands Association is helping communities restore wetlands, with the goal of protecting roads, bridges, and buildings downstream. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How to spot climate misinformation on social media
Simple questions can help you identify misleading claims before you spread them. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The solar-powered yachts that cruise without the roar
They offer a quieter ride with far less pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Tree ambassadors help Milwaukee residents fall in love with trees
They're not just planting trees – they're building trust in the community. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
This vineyard now grows power, too
Solar canopies over grapes at a Colorado State University research site protect the crops and generate electricity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Prince's former school is being turned into a climate resilience hub
The building where the rock star once walked the halls is becoming a place where people can get help during emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Wildfire smoke is a growing threat to kids
Children's developing lungs make them vulnerable to air pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/