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How warming winters are affecting Minnesotans' mental health

Winters in Minnesota are warming faster than any other season. That’s jeopardizing seasonal traditions in the state — and mental health experts say that takes a toll on mental health.
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What happens to obsolete oil rigs in a green future?

Recycling the copper and steel of old oil rigs into wind and solar infrastructure could cut billions of tons of emissions — and save $11 trillion.

The frantic, high-tech fight to stop climate-fueled dengue fever

The frantic, high-tech fight to stop climate-fueled dengue fever

Scientists in Brazil and Peru may have found a way to beat mosquitoes at their own game. The U.S. may soon need to do the same.
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Fiber optic cables reveal a big problem at the heart of farming

Tilling helps farmers control weeds and boost soil fertility. But it also degrades a field's ability to hold water and carbon.
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How the oil barons are seeking a get-out-of-jail-free card for climate change damages

A recent move by the U.S. Supreme Court could actually make fossil fuel companies more vulnerable to lawsuits, but the polluters are pushing for a workaround.

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"Every key indicator flashing red" warns UN's 2025 climate report

The State of the Global Climate 2025 report confirms that 2015 to 2025 were the hottest 11 years on record as ocean heat hit a new high.

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Jakarta rapidly sinks as climate change and overdevelopment collide

Across the U.S. and around the world, coastal cities are grappling with rising seas and worsening floods.

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Google's data center boom comes to Nebraska

Documents indicate that the tech company may be planning a massive natural gas powered data center — but it could hinge on one piece of legislation.
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‘The opportunity is here’: TerraPower CEO credits NRC for moving quickly on projects

TerraPower recently became the first company to secure a permit from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to construct a full, commercial advanced nuclear reactor.

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‘We’re harvesting the sun’: A huge solar project grows in California

A sweeping plan to build 21 gigawatts of solar plus batteries on 136,000 acres could be a lifeline for Central Valley farmers facing devastating water shortages.

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