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Recent abundant levels of rainfall across the state have pulled Minnesota out of drought for the first time since June 2022.
Will this rainfall pattern continue? And how are Minnesota’s precipitation…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
The planet’s temperature inches closer to a ‘tipping point’
Scientists are concerned that Earth’s temperature rise is accelerating, and certain factors known as “tipping points” could speed up the process.
What will that mean for the planet and what can be do…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Researchers plant ‘climate-smart’ trees from the south to save forests up north
Climate change is putting stress on the traditional spruce and pines in Minnesota’s northern forests — and there’s real concern about their future.
So, researchers are planting trees from the southern…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
MPCA meteorologist keeps eye on wildfire smoke heading to Minnesota
An increasing number of wildfires in Canada and the western U.S. is pumping smoke toward Minnesota.
But how much smoke will reach Minnesota? And how do meteorologists forecast wildfire smoke events an…
Published on 1 year, 1 month ago
Midwest transportation systems feel the brunt of climate change
Flash floods and extreme temperatures — both heat and cold — are having a negative impact on infrastructure across the Midwest.
These extreme weather swings take a toll on roads, bridges and railroad…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Dams across the Midwest are aging, putting them at risk from the effects of climate change
Climate change-enhanced rainfall events threaten nearly 92,000 dams across the U.S. and many are over 100 years old — including dams in Minnesota.
Climate reporter Kristoffer Tigue wrote about aging…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Lakes could help harness large amounts of clean energy from the sun using floating solar panels
Lakes are a part of Minnesota’s Identity.
While the thousands of lakes are cherished for their recreational accessibility across the state, some of those pristine bodies of water could — one day — h…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
How do you define clean energy? Minnesota climate group working on answer
Last year, the Minnesota Legislature passed a law requiring the state’s electrical utilities to transition to 100 percent carbon-free energy sources by 2040.
That means replacing power sources that p…
Published on 1 year, 2 months ago
Drought-free, but for how long? How climate change affects dry and wet trends in Minnesota
Recent abundant levels of rainfall across the state have pulled Minnesota out of drought for the first time since June 2022.
Will this rainfall pattern continue? And how are Minnesota’s precipitation…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago
What to know about Minnesota's new e-bike rebate program
Looking to buy a new e-bike?
Well, the Minnesota Department of Revenue has a new rebate program to help with the costs.
Assistant Commissioner Sarah Bronson from the Department of Revenue talks throu…
Published on 1 year, 3 months ago