A faster, greener way to build homes
Automated modular construction can create better-sealed, more efficient apartment buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Apr 04, 2025•2 min
Climate Connections
How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.
Episodes
The overlooked power of public utility commissions
Few people know about them, but their impact is huge. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Apr 03, 2025•2 min
Power outages put diabetes patients at risk
Insulin pumps and glucose monitors often rely on having a source of electricity, making planning essential. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Apr 02, 2025•2 min
A play that confronts climate change with humor
‘Come Along for the Ride,’ with upcoming performances in Washington, D.C., and Chicago, blends grief and comedy on stage. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Apr 01, 2025•2 min
Wasted energy could be costing you thousands
An HVAC expert says an energy audit can show homeowners which upgrades will help the most. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 31, 2025•2 min
Goodbye gas, hello sustainability
A California couple ditched gas, converting their home to run entirely on clean electricity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 28, 2025•2 min
Hurricane Katrina survivors offer emotional support to Helene survivors
A New Orleans native set up a buddy system that pairs people across state lines. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 27, 2025•2 min
Clean energy is powering local economies in Texas
Wind, solar, and battery storage projects are generating billions in tax revenue for communities, a University of Texas study finds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 26, 2025•2 min
A Colorado couple invested in wildfire protection for their home. It paid off
Months before a wildfire, they’d taken steps to prevent fires from reaching their house. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 25, 2025•2 min
How a solar job training program changed one woman’s life
Today, Jacinta Goggles is working to expand solar access on the Wind River Reservation. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 24, 2025•2 min
Heat pump water heater: climate hero?
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 https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 21, 2025•2 min
Wildfire survivor says it should be easier for the public to access satellite information
Brianna Pagán, a satellite expert, lost her home in a wildfire. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 20, 2025•2 min
Natural building material could be used for safer refugee housing
Jutin, a material made from jute, can be used to build sturdy yet lightweight structures that stay cooler during summer heat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 19, 2025•2 min
What to do when you return home after a wildfire
Check for structural damage and gas leaks and take pictures of damage before you move back in. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 18, 2025•2 min
More support needed for disaster survivors who speak little English
A law requires federal relief efforts to try to reach people with limited English skills, but gaps remain. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 17, 2025•2 min
Climate disasters hit harder when you don’t have a bank account
People without bank accounts can face difficulty receiving aid. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 14, 2025•2 min
Warming climate disrupts food prices in northern Ontario
Shorter ice seasons make transportation and hunting more difficult. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 13, 2025•2 min
Vermont resident quits traveling by plane
‘I found slowing down, particularly spending most of my transportation time walking and biking and taking the train, brings me great joy.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 12, 2025•2 min
When the power went out, an electric car kept the AC running
A Georgia man used his EV to stay cool for days after Hurricane Helene. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 11, 2025•2 min
Energy-efficient housing doesn’t have to be as expensive as you might think
Boston’s Kenzi project blends cutting-edge energy efficiency with affordability. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 10, 2025•2 min
For Arctic scientists, climate change is impossible to ignore
Researchers at a remote station in Canada’s Northwest Territories have contended with wildfire and melting permafrost. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 07, 2025•2 min
A ‘scavenger hunt’ that could help preserve Rocky Mountain alpine plants
Emily Griffoul of Colorado’s Betty Ford Alpine Gardens is searching mountain landscapes for plants that are in trouble as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 06, 2025•2 min
Why electric cars might save you money in the future
EV drivers often save big on certain costs in the long run. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 05, 2025•2 min
How to sort fact from fiction after a weather disaster
In emergency situations, inaccurate rumors can spread like wildfire. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 04, 2025•2 min
Climate change is forcing pregnant caribou to make dangerous decisions
Early ice melt means caribou have to swim or walk longer routes to reach birthing grounds. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Mar 03, 2025•2 min
Aluminum is essential to many everyday products – but at what environmental cost?
Demand for many of those products is growing rapidly. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Feb 28, 2025•2 min
‘Holy cow!’ Mangroves discovered in Georgia, farther north than ever before
A warmer climate is enabling the trees to grow outside of Florida for the first time. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Feb 27, 2025•2 min
Scientists are trying to figure out how to help the ocean absorb even more climate-changing pollution
They want to accelerate a natural process that locks down carbon dioxide for thousands of years. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Feb 26, 2025•2 min
Art shines a light on urban flooding in Philadelphia
A new community space in the Germantown neighborhood helps residents understand and prepare for storms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Feb 25, 2025•2 min
Warming Arctic could force seabirds to new feeding grounds
Researchers are struggling to track shifting populations as ice conditions change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Feb 24, 2025•2 min
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