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 Toxic, smelly seaweed is washing up on many beaches, and it’s destroying ecosystems, economies and even our health. Short Wave talked to Paddy Estridge of Seaweed Generation, who had the idea to make an aquatic robot that can help sweep up the algae — and fight climate change in the process.
Our everyday actions emit greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. But sustainability experts say there are ways we can make these daily tasks more climate-friendly. Life Kit offers some small steps that can help reduce our carbon footprint.
Young people of colour have historically served as activists for their communities. On the latest episode of Code Switch, you’ll hear from a classroom in South Baltimore, where for the past decade students have been on the vanguard of environmental justice activism.
Climate solutions are happening all around the country. From bringing more water to drought-stricken communities to looking for reliable energy systems, check out these innovative climate solutions podcasts from around the NPR Network.
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Toxic, smelly seaweed is washing up on many beaches, and it’s destroying ecosystems, economies and even our health. Short Wave talked to Paddy Estridge of Seaweed Generation, who had the idea to make an aquatic robot that can help sweep up the algae — 
A team of scientists has given a whole new meaning to the term “green energy” in a part of Texas that’s known in part for oil and gas. They’ve discovered a 
It’s not all bad news. From a Girl Scout troop tackling water conservation to a new variety of avocados, we pulled together some of the 
In the Himalayan foothills, water is getting harder to come by. Villagers in one region of northern India are 
There’s a growing movement to address the intertwined crises of mental health and the climate emergency. Climate Cafe LA, 
