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Getting to Green: Minnesota’s energy future

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Manchin says he is unable to support President Biden's Build Back Better plan

Manchin says he is unable to support President Biden's Build Back Better plan

The announcement by the West Virginia Democrat likely dooms the $2 trillion social spending and climate legislation, which — without any support from Republicans — needs backing from every Senate Democrat in order to pass through the 50-50 chamber.
by Arnie Seipel

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The White House wants a robust electric vehicle charging network. Here's the plan

The White House wants a robust electric vehicle charging network. Here's the plan

The White House has outlined a plan to install more electric vehicle chargers nationwide — a step experts say is vital to reducing America's carbon footprint and improving the accessibility and practicality of nontraditional vehicles.
by Alana Wise

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New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness

New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness

Conservationists are suing three federal agencies over an environmental review the government says satisfies requirements to resume killing wildlife in federally protected wilderness areas in Nevada.
by The Associated Press

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As anglers and hunters drop out, DNR seeks more sustainable funding

As anglers and hunters drop out, DNR seeks more sustainable funding

More Minnesotans are hanging up their hunting rifles and fishing poles. And that means less money for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to fund its budget. With the problem expected to worsen, the DNR is reaching out to the public for ideas to help come up with a more sustainable funding framework for outdoor recreation and conservation.
by Dan Kraker

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The exact link between tornadoes and climate change is hard to draw. Here's why

The exact link between tornadoes and climate change is hard to draw. Here's why

The link between tornadoes, like the ones that hit Kentucky over the weekend, and climate change isn't as clear as it is for other extreme weather events, though scientists say the clues are there.
by Rachel Treisman

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Was devastating tornado outbreak related to climate change?

Was devastating tornado outbreak related to climate change?

Scientists say their understanding of how climate change affects the frequency of tornadoes is still evolving. But they say the conditions that give rise to such outbreaks — including rising temperatures, moisture, and wind shear — are intensifying as the planet warms.

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