Climate Connections

Yale Center for Environmental Communication

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    The downside of perfect green lawns

    They look beautiful, but they consume a lot of water and fuel. Here's an alternative. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    28 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    The little-known group that decides your electricity prices

    Most Americans don't know these regulators exist, but they control rate hikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    27 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    Pennsylvania farmers found a way around rising power bills

    A solar-powered warehouse near Pittsburgh is helping an organic co-op dodge soaring electricity costs. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    24 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    Minnesota solar farm produces electricity – plus kale and radishes

    At the Big Lake solar installation, farmers grow crops between rows of solar panels. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    23 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    A kumquat grows in Philadelphia

    To prepare for climate change, the Philadelphia Orchard Project is experimenting with raising tropical fruits and vegetables in an unheated greenhouse. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    22 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    Revenue from wind and solar farms can reshape community budgets

    Local governments are using the proceeds to pay for roads, EMS, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    21 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    'Flying potato' owls find a home at Arizona solar complex

    Rescued owls live in artificial burrows at the solar farms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    20 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    Zen Buddhist retreats offer space for people to process climate grief

    Priest Kritee Kanko helps people express their feelings rather than pushing them away. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    17 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    A Vermont utility is helping people get home battery systems

    The batteries keep the lights on during power outages. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    16 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    The funding disappeared. The flooding didn't

    After the Trump administration canceled a climate initiative, a Pennsylvania farmer is battling extreme rain on her own. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    15 April 2026, 9:00 am
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    Hospitals are rethinking laughing gas. Here's why

    The anesthetic is a potent climate pollutant. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/

    14 April 2026, 9:00 am
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