Climate Connections
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Teens, churches, and a grocery store take climate action in Milwaukee
The Greening Congregations Initiative helps organizations in the city cut carbon pollution and prepare for worsened flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Scientists work to breed tougher Christmas trees
A team in North Carolina is developing new Fraser firs that they're hoping can better cope with warm winter weather, pests, and disease. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
How the eco-right could make or break future climate legislation
Their goal is to advance bipartisan climate legislation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Minnesota training program helps people get started in climate action
Participants in the Community Climate Leaders program choose a climate action project that they're passionate about. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The hidden cost of over-shopping
Overconsumption can lead to overspending – and harm to the climate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
When the energy expert is your neighbor
A bilingual team in Minneapolis is making climate action simple. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Why your trees need attention during a drought
Even mature trees can suffer or die when heat and dryness persist. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
What to do when someone you love is spreading misinformation
Start by leading with empathy. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A slow-motion water crisis is unfolding around the world
Many land areas are drying out as glaciers melt, soils lose moisture, and groundwater levels fall. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Free online courses teach health professionals about climate change and health
The program helps them talk about the problem – and how it affects health – with patients. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Disasters cause long-term health harms, research finds
A study of Superstorm Sandy survivors found higher rates of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases in ZIP codes that experienced flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
You don't need a fancy title to be a climate leader at work
Employees at every level are helping companies go green. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Flood sensors help NYC residents stay out of dangerous waters
A team has installed about 300 solar-powered sensors near streets and intersections that are flood-prone during storms or high tides. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Science educator makes a 7,000-mile journey in an electric SUV
'I love a big experiment.' Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A 30-year-old sea level rise projection has basically come true
Even without today's advanced modeling tools, scientists made a 'remarkably' accurate estimate. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Climate change is boosting health care costs
An online tool helps businesses figure out how much climate change could increase what they pay for their employees' health care. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
A regional effort helps Ohio communities step up on climate change
It's helping cities and towns find the training, funding, and technical support to prepare for climate change and cut carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
The policy change that could put more EVs on the road
In many states, carmakers are prohibited from selling directly to consumers. Cutting out the middleman could help speed EV adoption. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/