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Sep 2, 2019

Finding the federal cost of climate change is no simple task

With the Fed cutting interest rates about a month ago, we delve into how that affects student loans. Then, with news of Hurricane Dorian looming, we look into what the federal government has invested in climate change. Also, we check out what “van life” is all about.

Protesters rally about climate change outside the White House in Washington, DC on November 29, 2015.
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Segments From This Episode

How much is the federal government spending on climate change?
by Erika Beras
Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
Only a fraction of what is being spent on efforts to recover from climate-related disasters.
“Van Life” is driving a niche market for conversion companies
by Sammy Caiola
Andrew Nixon for Marketplace
Startups that specialize in outfitting vans for full-time living say there’s plenty of demand from “van lifers” who want customized rigs for working and playing.

The Team

David Brancaccio Host
Victoria Craig Host, BBC
Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC
Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC
Daniel Shin Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Rose Conlon Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director

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Finding the federal cost of climate change is no simple task

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Segments From This Episode

How much is the federal government spending on climate change?

“Van Life” is driving a niche market for conversion companies

The Team