Climate Cast ®

MPR meteorologist Paul Huttner discusses the latest research on our changing climate and the consequences we’re seeing here in Minnesota and worldwide. Hear Climate Cast each Thursday on MPR’s All Things Considered.

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June 28, 2018 6:00 PM

The big ways climate and water are connected

Climate change and water are linked in many ways. During our Climate Cast Live program, meteorologist Paul Huttner talked to Radhika Fox, CEO of the U.S. Water Alliance, about the most significant ways.

by Paul Huttner

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June 21, 2018 2:31 PM

Climate change activism has hit a new level in Minnesota

MPR News reporter Dan Kraker joins Climate Cast to discuss his new podcast, Rivers of Oil.

by Paul Huttner

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June 7, 2018 3:26 PM

Trump's 'lifeline' for coal, and climate activism's overwhelming whiteness

This week on Climate Cast, we discuss a plan to require electric utilities to buy more expensive coal and nuclear power, and the climate movement's lack of diversity.

by Paul Huttner

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May 31, 2018 3:06 PM

Louisiana is paying $11.7 million to relocate America's first 'climate refugees'

Plus, a forecast for this year's Atlantic hurricane season.

by Paul Huttner

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May 24, 2018 10:58 AM

Minnesota's renewable energy revolution

This week on Climate Cast, we assess the state of Minnesota's renewable energy economy, infrastructure, and the potential for accelerated growth.

by Paul Huttner

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May 17, 2018 2:30 PM

California's bold climate solutions

Clean energy and soils as carbon-sucking factories, this week on Climate Cast.

by Paul Huttner

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May 10, 2018 2:15 PM

What happens in the Arctic doesn't stay in the Arctic

Plus, a drinkable solution to climate change.

by Paul Huttner

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May 3, 2018 1:13 PM

The case for climate reparations

We're taking on some big topics in this week's show, including this question: As climate-related losses mount, who pays for the growing costs?

by Paul Huttner

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May 2, 2018 10:39 AM

Climate Cast live: Listen to the sold-out show

Paul Huttner hosted a wide-ranging discussion on all things climate change last week. Listen back to the event here.

by Paul Huttner and Jayne Solinger

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April 26, 2018 3:50 PM

A slowing ocean current could mean big climate changes

The Atlantic meridional overturning circulation, education via sailboat and youth activism. Buckle up for this week's Climate Cast.

by Paul Huttner

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