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Two new studies find that ocean currents in the Atlantic have slowed down by as much as 15 percent, and that may already be influencing ocean temperature and weather patterns in the U.S. and Europe.

We start Climate Cast on that topic. Here's a rundown of the show:

Why is the current called the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation getting scientists attention?

 Chris Mooney of the Washington Post tells us why it's 

Raising attention for climate change on Lake Superior, from a sailboat.

 of taking people on the lake to talk about climate change.

Minnesota youth lobby for climate action.

 Climate Cast digital producer Cody Nelson takes us to the state Capitol for the 

Hear the entire episode by using the audio player above.

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

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

A slowing ocean current could mean big climate changes

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