Climate change is neither an endpoint nor a talking point. It’s a reality we’re all part of, a state of constant movement, and still filled with uncharted territories. During NPR’s Climate Solutions Week (October 2-8), we’re focusing on the way things are going, and the way forward that’s envisioned by people working to protect their communities and the planet.
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Officials say the Kaliwa Dam will help alleviate an impending water shortage in the capital that's being exacerbated by climate change. But the project is plagued with controversies and questions. -
Here are just a few of the ways communities across the country are adapting to be more resilient to the demands of a changing climate. -
Cargo ships equipped with massive rigid sails called WindWings could save a substantial amount of fuel, considering how much of the world's goods are transported by sea. -
Add these episodes to your listening rotation during the NPR Network's Climate Solutions Week, where we're dedicated to stories and conversations about the search for climate solutions. -
Some "climate jobs" are obvious. Others, not so much. So we talked to three people whose jobs address climate change in unexpected ways. -
Would you give up your lawn for an easier, environmentally friendly option? Here's how it could lookIf you're like the average American, you probably spend around 70 hours a year maintaining your lawn. But a movement toward a much less taxing alternative — which is also good for the environment — is gaining momentum. -
Too Good To Go works with businesses to sell leftovers at a reduced price. This helps prevent food waste from ending up in landfills, where it decomposes and produces a potent planet-warming gas. -
As part of our week of coverage focused on climate solutions, we pulled together some of the moments of success and progress, small and large. -
Almost all of China's medium and large cities are susceptible to floods. Some experts are promoting a solution called sponge cities — urban landscapes that are softer and meant to absorb more water. -
The military is among the largest buyers of independent power systems known as microgrids. They make tactical sense; and environmentalists hope they can help the transition from fossil fuels.
