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
‘King tide days’ help San Rafael, California, residents visualize sea level rise
King tides bring the highest tides of the year. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
12/09/24•1m 31s
Climate change could expand the range of disease-carrying mosquitoes
Longer summers and more rain provide ideal conditions for the insects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
11/09/24•1m 31s
How a stream restoration project in Indiana is helping to reduce flooding
The Duck Creek Tributary’s newly restored, meandering shape helps reduce the flooding of nearby roads. It’s teeming with wildlife, too. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
10/09/24•1m 31s
A public library became a haven after a flood
In the aftermath of a devastating flood, the library became a lifeline for residents of Spencer, Iowa. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
09/09/24•1m 31s
The quest for climate-resilient cows
Researchers are working to breed varieties that can thrive in temperature extremes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
06/09/24•1m 31s
Fireflies face ‘one-two punch’ of climate change, habitat loss, and light pollution
Ecologist warns of dwindling numbers as winters warm and droughts increase. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
05/09/24•1m 31s
What to do if your veggie garden floods
Bacteria, sewage, and toxic pollution in floodwaters can contaminate produce. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
04/09/24•1m 31s
Climate change is making seasonal allergies even worse
In some areas, allergy season lasts three weeks longer than it used to. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
03/09/24•1m 31s
Climate change threatens outdoor workers in tropical regions, study finds
Nearly one-third of all hours could become unsafe for heavy outdoor work. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/.
02/09/24•1m 31s
Canadian city invites neighbors to tackle climate change together
The 'Neighbouring for Climate' Toolkit is designed to help Edmonton residents prepare for disasters. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
30/08/24•1m 31s
Virtual reality offers a glimpse of future climate impacts
Santa Cruz, California, a VR film shows a 360-degree look at beaches and streets disappearing as sea levels rise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
29/08/24•1m 31s
As wildfires intensify, the taxpayer burden is growing
But upfront investments in protecting communities from fires could reduce those costs, one watchdog says. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
28/08/24•1m 31s
Home repair program helps keep longtime Jacksonville, Florida, residents in place
The program has put more than a million dollars toward major home repairs and energy-efficient retrofits. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
27/08/24•1m 31s
Tree-planting project aims to identify climate-resilient trees
Volunteers in St. Paul, Minnesota, are helping scientists study which trees will thrive as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
26/08/24•1m 31s
Invasive insect could accelerate release of climate pollution from forests
The hemlock woolly adelgid is a major threat to hemlock trees. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
23/08/24•1m 31s
Fantasy role-playing games help young people engage with climate change
The games can enable them to imagine how they can be part of the solution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
22/08/24•1m 31s
Free online tool kit can help small businesses prepare for climate change
Many are vulnerable to floods and other forms of increasingly extreme weather. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
21/08/24•1m 31s
How open spaces can save lives during wildfires
Fields, pastures, and orchards can help prevent the spread of deadly fires. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
20/08/24•1m 31s
How NASA’s satellites can track wildfires
The imagery and data help agencies provide real-time safety alerts. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
19/08/24•1m 31s
Climate change threatens the already endangered Karner blue butterfly
Karner blue caterpillars have started to hatch earlier, before the only plant that they eat emerges in spring. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
16/08/24•1m 31s
Solar developer says renewable energy could transform Native communities
Robert Blake of the Red Lake Nation is teaching tribal members about the potential benefits. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
15/08/24•1m 31s
Government flood maps are often outdated
So residents of cities in the South are documenting on-the-ground flooding in their communities – the first step in advocating for solutions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
14/08/24•1m 31s
Maryland rabbi calls on people to be good ancestors to future generations
He draws on Jewish teachings to advocate for climate action. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
13/08/24•1m 31s
Art meets science in sweeping U.S. climate report
The online gallery’s paintings, drawings, and beadwork highlight how climate change is affecting the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/08/24•1m 31s
High temperatures can cause train tracks to buckle and kink
And other than slowing down trains during heat waves, the solutions are limited. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
09/08/24•1m 31s
California moves to protect indoor workers from deadly heat
Carwashes, warehouses, and other indoor workplaces lacking AC can get brutally hot in the summer. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
08/08/24•1m 31s
The event that helps this Indigenous Pacific Islander feel less alone
Audrey-Rose Sevaaetasi has sometimes felt that few people could relate to her experience of climate change in American Samoa. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
07/08/24•1m 31s
New Jersey launches heat awareness campaign as extreme weather intensifies
Heat is the deadliest weather hazard, but many Garden State residents underestimate the risks. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
06/08/24•1m 31s
Pilot project in New York City to offer quick cash grants after major floods
The goal is to speed up relief for victims. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
05/08/24•1m 31s
Why you need a go bag
And a few things that should go in it. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
02/08/24•1m 31s
Advances in oil and gas drilling technology could boost geothermal energy
The same tech used in the oil and gas shale boom could help reduce the cost of drilling for clean, renewable geothermal. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
01/08/24•1m 31s
Long-term whitebark pine restoration project aims to save the trees for future generations
The Western species has been hard-hit by wildfires, mountain pine beetles, and blister rust. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
31/07/24•1m 31s
An Alaskan community’s slow and costly move to higher ground
Melting permafrost and extreme erosion are forcing Newtok residents to relocate. It’s a long, difficult process. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
30/07/24•1m 31s
Your medications may increase your risk of heat-related illnesses
Certain meds can cause dehydration or impede the body’s ability to sweat. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
29/07/24•1m 31s
How to protect your pets during a heat wave
On hot days, keep dogs and cats in cooler areas with air conditioning or shade — and watch them for signs of distress. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
26/07/24•1m 31s
Upstate New York development features fossil-fuel-free homes
Ultraefficient houses in the Catskill Project are powered by solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
25/07/24•1m 31s
Bridge helps Alaska town cope with climate change
During winter, residents used to leave town by driving across a frozen lake. But warming temperatures left the lake ice less dependable. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
24/07/24•1m 31s
Tucson, Arizona, bets on buses
With free rides and bus stop improvements, the city hopes to turn out more ridership and reduce traffic pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
23/07/24•1m 31s
Researchers test whether peanuts and cotton could grow in a warmer Midwest
The crops have historically grown farther South. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
22/07/24•1m 31s
How camping skills can help prepare you for weather disasters
Many skills used while camping can help you stay safe during emergencies. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
19/07/24•1m 31s
From flood zones to green zones
In Charlotte, North Carolina, flood-prone apartments were converted into a wetland habitat that now helps protect the community from flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
18/07/24•1m 31s
The promise and potential pitfalls of locking carbon in soil
Farmers can help store planet-warming pollution in the ground. But some measures of the benefits may provide misleading results, a researcher says. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
17/07/24•1m 31s
Beavers can help reduce damage caused by wildfires
The animals create wetlands that can reduce drying and burning. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
16/07/24•1m 31s
The climate benefits of mangroves
Their roots and branches help break up waves and reduce flooding in coastal communities. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
15/07/24•1m 31s
Got climate anxiety? Taking action can be the right medicine.
“Being part of the solution is psychologically empowering,” says therapist Leslie Davenport. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/07/24•1m 31s
San Diego neighborhood wins protections from new industrial development
Residents of Barrio Logan have been fighting for cleaner air for decades. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/07/24•1m 31s
Eelgrass makes a comeback along the Virginia coast
These spindly plants provide vital habitat for marine life, reduce coastal erosion, and absorb carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/07/24•1m 31s
Seattle summers are no longer reliably mild
Many locals don’t have AC, so heat waves can be deadly. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
09/07/24•1m 31s
Low-income residents buy into solar project at Minneapolis school
A solar garden at North High School provides electricity to the school, the city, and residential subscribers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
08/07/24•1m 31s
Sweltering summer days put Arizonans at risk of dangerous burns
One burn center treated 85 people for contact burns in 2022 — and seven died from their injuries. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
05/07/24•1m 31s
New York regulations encourage the use of lower-emissions concrete
Concrete is one of the biggest sources of planet-warming carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
04/07/24•1m 31s
How cover crops are helping a Kansas farmer adapt to climate change
At Lucinda Stuenkel’s farm, spring oats and peas are enriching her soil and helping it retain more moisture. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
03/07/24•1m 31s
A victory for environmental justice in Minnesota
A recently passed state law aims to limit new pollution in communities already struggling with a disproportionate burden. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
02/07/24•1m 31s
Could giant cylindrical sails propel the cargo ships of the future?
It’s just one idea among many for harnessing the wind to help ships save fuel. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
01/07/24•1m 31s
Fulani herders struggle as water stress forces longer journeys in the Sahel
The Fulani people of Burkina Faso are cattle herders who move their animals seasonally to find good pastures. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
28/06/24•1m 31s
Action plan outlines ways to help protect children from climate hazards
It calls for more air quality monitoring near schools, among other potential actions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
27/06/24•1m 31s
A tribal community’s struggle against erosion, rising tides, and a devastating storm
The area inhabited by the Pointe-aux-Chienes tribal community looked like a war zone after Hurricane Ida in 2021. But residents are determined to stay put. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
26/06/24•1m 31s
Florida art museum helps visitors connect with the reality of climate change
Pérez Art Museum Miami overlooks Biscayne Bay, where sea levels are rising fast. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
25/06/24•1m 31s
What do the different hurricane categories mean?
No matter the category, it’s important to take hurricanes seriously. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
24/06/24•1m 31s
Nonprofit helps bring solar to the Puerto Rican island of Vieques
Solar panels help communities maintain power even after destructive tropical storms and hurricanes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
21/06/24•1m 31s
Mountaintop coal mine in Kentucky to become a solar farm
The solar farm will produce enough electricity to power over half a million homes each year. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
20/06/24•1m 31s
Cancer patients can face treatment disruptions during extreme weather
Chemotherapy and radiation require frequent doctor’s visits, which can get interrupted when disaster strikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
19/06/24•1m 31s
Fellowship helps doctors and nurses take action on climate change
Fellows have pushed their hospitals to reduce pollution, planted trees to reduce urban heat, and developed community organizing and communication skills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
18/06/24•1m 31s
FEMA to distribute $1 billion to underserved, climate-vulnerable communities
The funds will be used for updating sewer systems, managing wildfire-prone forests, and other resilience projects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
17/06/24•1m 31s
‘We have an obligation’: Grandparents take action to help protect their grandkids’ future
The Slotes made climate-friendly updates to their home, adding insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
14/06/24•1m 31s
Four ways to protect your home from floods
Doing this could save you money in the long run. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
13/06/24•1m 31s
Maine college builds climate-friendly dorm out of wood
The energy-efficient building will soon sport solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
12/06/24•1m 31s
California students pressure state to divest teacher pension funds from fossil fuels
They are pushing for legislation that would move billions out of the fossil fuel industry. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
11/06/24•1m 31s
Atlanta rebate program helps low-income residents buy e-bikes
Participants can get up to $2,000 off. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/06/24•1m 31s
Most planes are powered by fossil fuels. That could change
An alternative known as sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF, could one day cut the climate impact of flying. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
07/06/24•1m 31s
A meteorologist’s warning: Hurricanes are intensifying more quickly now
Miami meteorologist John Morales wants people to prepare for storms that get dangerous, fast. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
06/06/24•1m 31s
Partnership helps Chicagoans plant trees in underserved neighborhoods
Decades of disinvestment have left many low-income communities of color with little tree cover. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
05/06/24•1m 31s
Paying attention to heat alerts could save your life
Extreme heat can be dangerous, so it’s important to plan ahead when a heat wave is coming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
04/06/24•1m 31s
Miami Beach will soon have an underwater sculpture park
The Reefline’s creators hope the park will provide new habitat and get people thinking about the effects of climate change on the ocean. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
03/06/24•1m 31s
8-year-old spurs his dad to climate action
Challenged by their son to do something about climate change, Fred Carter and his wife created the Black Oaks Center for Sustainable Renewable Living. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
31/05/24•1m 31s
Family farmers make climate-friendly vodka and whiskey
The Silver Tree Beer and Spirits has committed to growing grain sustainably — and the family has launched an initiative to get others in the industry to do the same. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
30/05/24•1m 31s
How to make vegan and vegetarian meals sound mouthwatering
Step one: Avoid the word ‘meatless.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
29/05/24•1m 31s
Art therapy can ease climate-related anxiety
And you don’t have to be a professional artist to try it. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
28/05/24•1m 31s
Sunshades, vines, and trees can help keep playgrounds cool
A North Carolina State University research group designs play areas where kids can stay comfortable as temperatures rise. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
27/05/24•1m 31s
‘Not alone, but with others.’ Pastor helps faith leaders speak up on climate change
Pastor Neddy Astudillo says many faith leaders feel called to do something about the crisis. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
24/05/24•1m 31s
Man converts his home to all-electric dream house
Eric Laine once spent about $500 on propane in just one month. Now that’s a thing of the past. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
23/05/24•1m 31s
Florida school district offers kids a cleaner ride to school
Miami-Dade County recently purchased 20 electric school buses and has committed to buying 80 more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
22/05/24•1m 31s
The largely untapped energy source beneath our feet
Recent advances in technology could boost geothermal energy’s prospects. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
21/05/24•1m 31s
How Miami-Dade County is protecting public housing residents from dangerous heat waves
For one thing, the county installed 1,700 AC units in public housing last year. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
20/05/24•1m 31s
Biloxi, Mississippi, is losing a foot of salt marsh shoreline a year
So Mississippi State University and Keesler Air Force Base are working on a project to shield a 2.5-mile stretch of the city from erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
17/05/24•1m 31s
Storms, rising seas are growing threats to Portsmouth Village in North Carolina
‘There can be standing water in the village nearly any day of the year.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
16/05/24•1m 31s
Estuaries provide more than a billion dollars in environmental benefits, research shows
They serve as flood barriers and store climate-warming carbon pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
15/05/24•1m 31s
West Virginia man works to boost solar industry in his home state
Solar Holler founder Dan Conant wants to create new career paths for young West Virginians. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
14/05/24•1m 31s
Brook trout are in trouble in Adirondacks lakes
Climate change is squeezing the habitat of this colorful fish. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
13/05/24•1m 31s
In praise of shade trees
Urban areas with trees can be as much as 15 degrees cooler Fahrenheit than areas with less foliage. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
10/05/24•1m 31s
Field workers, farm owners, and buyers band together to protect workers from heat
Heat-related illnesses are a growing risk as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
09/05/24•1m 31s
Why switching to an EV is good for the climate
Over its lifetime, an electric vehicle produces much less climate-warming pollution than a similar gas-powered car. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
08/05/24•1m 31s
Prescribed burning can reduce wildfire damage
Low-intensity fires help clear out dead wood and vegetation, reducing the fuel available when a wildfire comes along. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
07/05/24•1m 31s
A chef’s kiss for induction stoves
Induction stoves are one chef’s preferred way to serve up delicious food. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
06/05/24•1m 31s
Startup mimics nature to produce zero-carbon cement
Prometheus Materials is creating a cement made from algae. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
03/05/24•1m 31s
Mom fights air pollution in North Denver
Denver has some of the highest levels of ground-level ozone in the U.S. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
02/05/24•1m 31s
Climate change threatens Africa’s rhinos
Extreme heat, poaching, and habitat loss are pushing the animals closer to extinction. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
01/05/24•1m 31s
Former school gets new life as an energy-efficient shopping center
Loan programs in 30 states are helping owners revitalize old, inefficient buildings. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
30/04/24•1m 31s
Alaska Native community experiments with growing food above the Arctic Circle
Climate change is making some traditional foods harder to find, so community members are looking to new ways to increase food security. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
29/04/24•1m 31s
Some anglers say Rhode Island’s Block Island wind farm has improved fishing
The bases of the turbines attract fish, survey respondents reported. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
26/04/24•1m 31s
