This month on Climate Connections:

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Mon., 11/27 - Scientists show direct link between polluting companies and wildfires in North America: Carbon pollution from 88 major fossil fuel producers and cement makers has left the western U.S. and Canada hotter, drier, and more prone to fires, a recent study finds. 

Tue., 11/28 - What it was like to be a volunteer firefighter during the 2023 Canada fires: Firefighters are experiencing climate change firsthand as hot, dry conditions boost the risks of fire.

Wed., 11/29 - Could your library do this? A California library is helping people try e-bikes for free: The program makes getting an e-bike pass as easy as checking out a book.

Thu., 11/30 - More than a year later, the emotional impacts from Hurricane Ian still linger: Many survivors of weather disasters benefit from mental health support.

Fri., 12/1 - ‘A culture of repair’: Students learn to mend clothes and the planet: A San Francisco after-school program is helping teens upcycle thrifted clothes.

Mon., 12/4 - More than a dozen Illinois schools add EVs to driver’s ed: They’re helping teens get comfortable with the cars of the future.

Tue., 12/5 - ‘Ridiculous’: Florida couple’s insurance premiums shoot up to $11,000 a year as hurricanes intensify: Some insurance companies have pulled out of Florida, leaving homeowners scrambling.

Wed., 12/6 - ‘It’s very, very concerning’: Antarctica meltdown left penguin chicks drowned, frozen: Emperor penguins could be in trouble as sea ice declines.

Thu., 12/7 - More than 3 million U.S. workers have clean energy jobs, report finds: The jobs can be found in construction, manufacturing, and other sectors, not just in solar and wind.

Fri., 12/8 - Telehealth can help rural and underserved kids access care: That’s important because climate change is worsening health conditions like asthma.

Mon., 12/11 - A South Dakota technical college wants to train students to repair EVs and hybrids: The auto repair industry is changing rapidly.

Tue., 12/12 - Flying was his dream. Now he wants to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel: Former pilot Todd Smith cofounded Safe Landing, a group of aviation workers who want to slow the industry’s growth.

Wed., 12/13 - As temperatures rise, so do Georgia ER visits for venomous snake bites: Researchers found that the odds of a hospital visit due to a snake bite increase almost 6% when temperatures are about two degrees warmer than normal.

Thu., 12/14 - A massive Christmas light display, eco-friendly style: Thanks to a rooftop solar array, this Vancouver couple can celebrate the holiday without running up an expensive power bill.

Fri., 12/15 - ‘Polar bear 911’: How a Canadian town deals with its hungry bear population: Conflicts between humans and polar bears could become more frequent as Arctic sea ice declines.

Mon., 12/18 - Three tips for saving money and staying warm this winter: These are wins for your wallet and the climate.

Tue., 12/19 - NYC startup launches curbside EV charging stations: They’re designed for city drivers who park on the street rather than in driveways or garages.

Wed., 12/20 - Air pollution made Alejandro Daly sick. Now he fights for clean air: He helped train young people to monitor air quality in their communities using low-cost sensors.

Thu., 12/21 - It’s getting easier to rent an EV on your next vacation: Car rental companies offer a low-stakes way to try out an electric vehicle for the first time.

Fri., 12/22 - Black Girl Environmentalist is highlighting the contributions of Black women in the climate movement: Wawa Gatheru started the organization as an Instagram page. It’s grown to nationwide workshops and events.

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