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How One Old Car (and an AI) Helped Put More Solar on the GRID

Many people treat car donations as a quick errand: pick a familiar charity, sign over the title, call it a day. But with a bit of guided questioning—using AI as a research assistant rather than a black box—you can turn that same car into targeted climate impact. By layering criteria like “strong charity ratings,” “community‑level work,” “clean energy,” and “benefits for low‑income or frontline communities,” it’s possible to move from generic options to organizations that are building tangible climate solutions on the ground.

In the case described in this post, that process eventually surfaced GRID Alternatives, a nonprofit that installs… Read More »How One Old Car (and an AI) Helped Put More Solar on the GRID

Heat, the environment and you

Climate Change, Deadly Heat and You

Heat waves are now the leading environmental cause of death worldwide, killing tens of thousands of people every year — and climate change is making it worse. As global temperatures continue to rise, what used to be rare, deadly heat waves are becoming more common, threatening the health of millions and pushing some regions toward conditions where humid heat becomes unlivable. This deep dive explores the science behind heat stress, why humidity is so dangerous, who is most at risk, and how both individuals and entire societies can adapt and protect themselves in a rapidly warming world.

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Snowed in

Surviving Extreme Cold and Winter Storms!

Extreme winters are becoming more common. Find out some of the things you need to do to survive and thrive in a changing winter climate.