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In Ilulissat, Greenland, fast climate changes are altering a way of life — for better and worse
Nov 25, 2022
As icebergs melt, fishing with sled dogs on sturdy winter glaciers is no longer safe. But the retreating ice also means bigger catches of fish.
Are current climate initiatives unfair to developing nations?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Richard Cunningham
Nov 17, 2022
Rahul Tongia of the Brookings Institution argues that a swift, large-scale energy transition is unrealistic for poor countries, and unnecessary.
A power plant that captures carbon is coming to Texas, thanks to federal incentives
by
Andy Uhler
Nov 8, 2022
The plant will generate almost no greenhouse gas emissions, Net Power says. But critics say there are better alternatives.
When prescribed burns spiral into devastating wildfires, who pays the price?
Oct 21, 2022
A prescribed burn that went awry in New Mexico has some questioning the value of the practice, but scientists say we need prescribed burns more than ever because of climate change.
Study finds persistent coal ash pollution in lakes
by
Lily Jamali
Oct 3, 2022
Climate events like more intense hurricanes are spreading the byproduct of burning coal to water used for drinking and recreation.
Napa Valley's vineyards are in "climate crisis," winemaker says
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sarah Leeson
Oct 3, 2022
Between heat waves, droughts and wildfires, the grapes of California's wine region are suffering nature's wrath. Producers are trying to adapt.
Will the electric grid be able to power EVs — and everything else?
Sep 6, 2022
As California accelerates EV adoption, the heat wave is a reminder that the grid powers air conditioning and other ways to deal with climate change.
For public good, not for profit.
Climate change is impacting the Panama Canal — and the trade that moves through it
Sep 5, 2022
Officials are searching for a way to increase the flow of water without disrupting the environment and Panamanian society.
Heat waves perilous for delivery truck drivers
Aug 16, 2022
The workday of a package delivery driver is never easy. High temperatures and humidity make them worse.
Fracking flourishes as era of net-zero carbon looms
by
Andy Uhler
Aug 15, 2022
The energy industry is emphasizing the controversial technique over traditional drilling, partly for its shorter timetable.