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U.N.'s urgent call for emissions cuts means fewer cars, experts say
Aug 9, 2021
Climate scientists say in the U.S., the transportation sector is the largest source of carbon emissions. Expanding public transit is key, they say.
The climate crisis is here. Are insurance companies keeping up?
Aug 6, 2021
Better use of data could help insurers inform future policies.
Lake Mead business struggles to stay afloat as water drops to historic low
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Maria Hollenhorst
Jul 29, 2021
“It’s a tough season this year,” says Lisa Duncan of Temple Bar Marina. Slips are filled, but the boat launch is closed for now.
More frequent, extreme heat waves linked to workplace injuries
Jul 26, 2021
New research from UCLA shows climate change-induced heat waves pose a growing threat to workers.
As wildfires intensify in the West, scientists look at how they spread
by
Jes Burns
Jul 23, 2021
On a farm in Oregon, they try to figure out what kinds of trees and shrubs produce the most flying embers.
Plug-in vehicles might cost more upfront, but should save money in the long run
by
Andy Uhler
Jul 20, 2021
Electric cars can save drivers thousands of dollars on maintenance over the life of the vehicle.
More electric vehicles promised, but are fleet owners ready?
Jan 29, 2021
There isn’t a lot of experience or trust on which to base calculations about durability and cost savings for electric vehicles.
For public good, not for profit.
Man-made attempts at saving wildlife
by
Janet Babin
Jan 31, 2008
With warming polar regions endangering habitats for polar bears and penguins, scientists and others are experimenting with ways to protect the animals from extinction. Janet Babin reports.
Engineering solutions to climate change
by
Nate DiMeo
Jan 30, 2008
If we can't stop global warming, can we adapt to it? Some ideas seem far out -- like generating a giant cloud or launching a huge umbrella to block the rays of the sun. Nate DiMeo reports the proposals are risky to try, but not trying may be risky as well.
Dutch plan for flooding: Higher ground
Jan 29, 2008
In the Netherlands, 60% of the population lives below sea level, thanks to dikes and pumps. But global warming is making it harder to keep up. Rico Gagliano reports how a new kind of water defense is changing the Dutch landscape and the way some farmers do business.