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Feeling stuffy? Iowa's 2nd allergy season has arrived

Climate Change

Without a plant currently operating in Iowa, does nuclear energy have a future in the state?

As of 2020, no nuclear power plants were operating in Iowa. With new technology emerging, could it make a comeback?
Climate Change

Will nuclear play a role in Iowa's energy future?

As of 2020, no nuclear power plants were operating in Iowa. With new technology emerging, could it make a comeback?
Nation World

Earth given 50-50 chance of hitting key warming mark by 2026

A new report also predicted a 93% chance that the world will set a record for hottest year by the end of 2026.
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NASA climate research scientist wins World Food Prize

Cynthia Rosenzweig was awarded the $250,000 prize in recognition of her innovative modeling of the impact of climate change on food production.
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Climate change may increase risk of new infectious diseases

The researchers found that cross-species virus spread will happen over 4,000 times among mammals alone over the next 50 years.
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A look at how warming affects Arctic Sea ice, and polar bears

The Arctic has been warming twice as fast as the rest of the world. That has meant less sea ice. Polar bears need sea ice to hunt.
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House OKs $2T social, climate bill in Biden win; Senate next

The House approved the legislation by a 220-213 vote, sending the measure to a Senate where it may take a few more weeks to pass.
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New climate report outlines 'unlivable' future

A new report outlined "a litany of broken climate promises” by governments and corporations who've clung to fossil fuels despite agreeing to the Paris accords.
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Pouring it on: Climate change made 2020 hurricanes rainier

The study showed that the 30 hurricane in 2020 were on average 5% rainier compared to previous years.
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Earth Day 2022: Here's what you can do to help the planet

What are your plans for Earth Day? Text them to 515-457-1026!
Climate Change

Iowa's longer growing seasons mean more intense spring allergies

Higher carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere can boost plant growth and lead to more pollen production in grasses and ragweed.