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April 16, 2020 3:37 PM

Here are some climate change resources for kids learning at home

Millions of students are learning at home these days, and if you’re a teacher or student looking for online climate change curriculum, you’re in luck.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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April 15, 2020 5:26 PM

Coronavirus on track to cause record global CO2 emissions drop

Coronavirus on track to cause record CO2 emissions drop. This year’s CO2 emissions forecast to fall 5.5 percent from 2019 levels.

by Paul Huttner

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April 9, 2020 5:38 PM

Good news: Almost half of Minnesota's power is now carbon-free

A new fact sheet gives Minnesota high marks for its transition to clean energy.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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April 8, 2020 5:20 PM

Forecast: U.S. greenhouse gas emissions to fall 7.5-percent in 2020

A forecast predicts a 7.5-percent decrease in fossil fuel emissions in 2020 in the U.S.

by Paul Huttner

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April 2, 2020 6:34 PM

Coronavirus pandemic expected to slow transition to clean energy

The United States is expected to see a decrease in new solar projects for the first time since they’ve been tracked. And what was supposed to be a banner year for wind projects will likely produce more modest growth.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 24, 2020 6:18 PM

Minneapolis development to use groundwater to heat and cool buildings

A reduction in carbon-emitting coal plants has increased reliance on natural gas. But natural gas is still a major source of emissions, so Minneapolis is eyeing aquifer thermal energy as a cleaner alternative.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 19, 2020 11:56 AM

Climate change experts find hope in global action to contain coronavirus

The economic slowdown has temporarily slashed greenhouse gas emissions. But experts say the pandemic’s real silver lining is in how the world is responding.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 12, 2020 1:45 AM

Coming soon to a store near you: carbon labels

We're all familiar with food labels that detail calories, carbohydrates and fat content. Now there's a push to add labels that detail a product’s carbon footprint.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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March 5, 2020 1:00 PM

Cities are trying to limit gas hookups in new buildings — chefs are 'horrified'

As the grid gets greener, some cities are trying to get you to break up with your methane-emitting gas stove.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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February 28, 2020 5:07 PM

Summit shows you don't have to be lobbyist — or adult — to lobby your state representative

The event gave students pointers on how to advocate for change and a chance to put them to work in meetings with Minnesota state lawmakers.

by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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