Climate Connections
Yale Center for Environmental Communication
How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.
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Jan 23, 2026 • 2min
Wildfire smoke is a growing threat to kids
Children's developing lungs make them vulnerable to air pollution. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 22, 2026 • 2min
Private jets and first-class passengers could be charged extra to fly
Several countries are eyeing new taxes on premium air travel. The revenue could fund climate solutions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 21, 2026 • 2min
An alpine disaster in Switzerland was no freak accident
Thawing ground can destabilize mountainsides and glaciers. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 20, 2026 • 2min
Milwaukee pushes ahead on energy efficiency despite lost federal funds
The Trump administration canceled a grant meant to help city residents pay for insulation and new heating systems. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 19, 2026 • 2min
U.S. public invited to weigh in on major offshore drilling proposal
New oil and gas leases could open more than a billion acres of U.S. coastal waters to development. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 16, 2026 • 2min
NYC nonprofit trains people for energy efficiency jobs and does so much more
The Stacks and Joules training program partners with a social service agency to make sure students who struggle with poverty and homelessness have their basic needs met. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 15, 2026 • 2min
Small farms fight for survival in a warming Midwest
As floods, droughts, and heat waves rise, growers face make-or-break seasons with an insufficient safety net. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 14, 2026 • 2min
Climate change is melting glaciers and ice sheets faster than they can regrow
The melting of glaciers and ice sheets is accelerating at an alarming rate, with Greenland alone losing over 5 trillion tons of ice in just two decades. Surprisingly, around two-thirds of Earth’s freshwater is stored in these frozen reserves. Seasonal melting and winter recovery can temporarily rebuild glaciers, but the ongoing changes are concerning. As ice melts, it contributes to rising sea levels, much like water filling a bathtub. These shifts have profound implications for our planet.
Jan 13, 2026 • 2min
Nonprofit cuts the climate impact of fashion, one scrap at a time
Volunteers in a Brooklyn warehouse salvage scrap fabric for reuse. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
Jan 12, 2026 • 2min
Atlanta park doubles as a flood protection system
Explore how a park in Atlanta doubles as a flood protection system during heavy downpours. This innovative design features ponds, wetlands, and rain gardens that capture and store stormwater. Discover the intricate movement of water through storm drains and soil, allowing for slow release back into the environment. The integration of nature helps keep nearby homes safe and dry while promoting sustainable water management.
