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The Climate Minute examines current news on global warming, climate change, renewable energy and the prospects for progress on international negotiations, carbon taxes and clean energy policy.
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Thursday Nov 23, 2023
News from New England
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
We discuss lots of different news stories and see connections to a new report from the MA climate chief.
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Can a new kind of global map help address climate issues?
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
A detailed, almost ‘3D’ map of the earth’s terrain created using special technology might help address climate issues. We talk to the leader of a startup that hopes to provide new data for these important questions.
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
How to stop private jet expansion at Hanscom (or anywhere)
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
The expansion of private jet capabilities at Hanscom is being opposed by a grassroots coalition of activist groups. Listen to one of those activists describe the issues and what is being done. Political pressure on the Governor is needed. You can sign a petition to Governor Healy in a link at at massclimateactiondotorg/blog.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Challenges and conundrums in making sense of climate
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
“Stopping climate change is easy,” said nobody ever. From nuisance lawsuits designed to stall wind turbines, to mis-alignments in state laws, to very real and impactful choices in Somerset we grapple with current issues in addressing global warming here in Massachusetts.
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
An update on windpower from TUE Chair Jeff Roy
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
Thursday Oct 05, 2023
We talk to State Representative Jeffrey Roy about Massachusett’s efforts to implement wind power. Jeff provides insights from
- his trip to Ireland
- his visit to the offshore wind turbine construction underway
- his efforts with legislation underway
Along the way we find out about the Northern Ireland Parliament not having met in 3 years and the origin of Robert's Rules of Order in New Bedford.
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Voices from the March to End Fossil Fuels
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
The March to End Fossil Fuels occurred on September 17, 2023. We talk to the marchers and hear what it all sounded like.
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
The best ideas to accelerate the green energy transition
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
In an era where we need to build green energy system rapidly, ‘permitting reform’ has become a confusing and divisive buzzword. In fact, the permitting process is not the source of delays in developing clean energy, nor should it be used as an excuse to rescue failing oil projects like the Mountain Valley Pipeline. We speak with an expert who knows what it takes to bring new clean energy into the system and has ideas about how to do it quickly. Check our showpage at massclimateactiondotorg/blog for the hot links.
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
From Leominster to your town
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
The weather has been wild this summer and the town of Leominster was struck with a massive rainfall and subsequent flooding this week. A warm-water-fueled Hurricane Lee is approaching New England. You may be wondering about how well your town is prepared for abnormal weather in a warming world. We talk to the head of emergency planning for a typical Massachusetts town. Listen in to find out what you may need to know. Check our showpage at massclimateactiondotorg/blog for the hot links.
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Strange weather, green amendments, and carbon offsets
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Strange weather continues to drive our conversations this summer, but an encouraging court ruling and a dismaying move in Africa are also worth talking about. Check our showpage at massclimateactiondotorg/blog for the hot links.
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Why you should go to NYC on Sep 17 and how you can get there
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
The March to End Fossil Fuels will happen in NYC on September 17, days before the UN Climate Summit begins. You can catch a chartered bus to attend! Marchers want Joe Biden to stop permitting pipelines, stop drilling on Federal land, declare a climate emergency and provide a Just Transition. Go to EndFossilFuels.us or 350MASS to learn more, but first listen in to hear what it is all about. Check our showpage at massclimateactiondotorg/blog for the hot links.