Colorado State University’s podcast — The Audit — features conversations with CSU faculty on everything from research to current events. Just as auditing a class provides an opportunity to explore a new subject or field, The Audit allows listeners to explore the latest works from the experts at CSU.
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Path to Zero is a podcast focused on clean energy and the journey toward a low-carbon future. Zero emissions is a goal we can all get behind, but how do we meet the growing energy demands of the world AND reduce carbon in the atmosphere?
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Healthy Mind Science is a show dedicated to translating youth and young adult mental health science and research into the real world. We have conversations with experts in psychology, neuroscience, human development, computer science, education and more with a focus on helping parents and educators take research findings into their everyday lives to ultimately better support our young people. Healthy Mind Science is an affiliate of the Center for Healthy Mind and Mood, which is an interdisci ...
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How is global warming shaping our lives? And what can we do about it? We connect the dots, from fossil fuels to extreme weather, clean energy to public health, and more. Join Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz of Yale University for a daily 90-second podcast about climate change, where we confront reality and share inspiring stories of hope.
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The State of Research podcast investigates the stories and findings emerging from Colorado State University research. From the research topics you’re passionate about, to ones you might have never heard of, join us to stay up to date with, The State of Research. Narrated by Ty Betts with the Office of the Vice President for Research.
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The CSU Spur of the Moment Podcast tackles the issues of food, water, health, and sustainability by talking with people making a difference in these fields and exploring the unique pathways that have led them to their current roles. Hosted by the Colorado State University System's new Spur campus in Denver, this podcast builds on its mission of addressing global challenges through research collaboration, experiential education, and a shared vision of inspiring the next generation.
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A new Springer Nature Geo- and Earth-Sciences podcast called My Sediments Exactly, dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of Geo-, Earth and Environmental Sciences with focus on sustainability. Our aim is to highlight the countless ways in which these sciences impact our understanding of the world, from the deepest ocean trenches to the highest mountain peaks, and everything in between.
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Our goal is to take a hard look at the shortcomings in literacy education and tech while still finding a sense of hope in what's possible in education through learning and technology. Our guests include non-profit leaders, tech CEOs, state and district leadership, research leaders from top institutions, and a few teachers with stories that might bring you to tears. Hosted by Laura Glaab, VP of Strategy at Amira Learning. She is a lifetime educator following behind educator parents, grandpare ...
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A Colorado manufactured home community is getting more energy efficient
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1:31A project is helping to retrofit 16 homes with more insulation, sealing, and electric stove tops and heat pumps. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Program in Buffalo, New York, lets riders enjoy the perks of e-bikes without the price tag
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1:31The effort is working to expand access to biking in communities of color. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Free house calls help Californian residents save money on their utility bills
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1:31As part of a workforce development program, young people are visiting neighbors to assess their water and energy efficiency. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Why a Kansas researcher spent a year living in a poor neighborhood in Korea
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1:31He wanted to study the effects of poverty and extreme weather firsthand. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Art installation amplifies hundreds of voices on climate change
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1:31At Rice University, light and sound immerse visitors in a global chorus calling for climate action. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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What can state governments do about climate change?
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1:31As the federal government withdraws from climate action, states can step up. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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She lost her Louisiana home to disaster. Now she’s fighting oil and gas companies
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1:31Roishetta Sibley Ozane is helping her community recover from devastating events – and then take on the fossil fuel industry. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Nearly a year after Helene, Appalachian communities are still recovering
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1:31A grant program in rural Tennessee is helping people rebuild. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Unringing the bell: Researcher works to understand, heal the brain following concussions
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23:28Colorado State University researcher Jaclyn Stephens is the director of the College of Health and Human Sciences BRAINSTORM Lab, where she studies adolescents and adults with sports-related concussion, along with more severe forms of traumatic brain injury. She recently spoke to CSU's The Audit about the short and long-term impacts of concussion, w…
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Orphan wells leave toxic legacy across Pennsylvania
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1:31The state has plugged hundreds of the unused wells, but thousands are still leaking dangerous chemicals and climate-warming methane. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Training program teaches women how to conduct prescribed burns
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1:31Women make up only about 10% of the fire-related workforce as a whole. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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‘Global Glacier Casualty List’ honors ice giants that are melting away
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1:31The website marks the loss of glaciers to global warming. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Electric car batteries could power both vehicles and the grid
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1:31Massachusetts is testing bidirectional chargers that turn parked EVs into backup energy sources. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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6.21 – Breaking the Bottlenecks in America’s Energy Future with Drew Bond of C3 Solutions
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50:45When it comes to energy policy, Drew Bond believes optimism is warranted — not because challenges are small, but because solutions are within reach. The co-founder, president, and CEO of C3 Solutions (the Conservative Coalition for Climate Solutions) returned to Path to Zero to share his perspective on innovation, market-driven solutions, and the p…
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Bowhead whales are losing habitat they’ve preferred for 12,000 years
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1:31The whales are typically found in areas of the ocean with 15-30% sea ice cover in the summer months, but the Arctic is changing rapidly as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Goodwill’s Clean Tech Accelerator trains people for clean energy jobs
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1:31The program offers paid training in solar installation, EV charger maintenance, heat pump installation, and more. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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An Alabama program paid homeowners to fortify their roofs. It paid off
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1:31The program, funded by insurance companies, helped homes better withstand a 2020 hurricane, a recent study found. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Why you might get bumped from a flight during a heat wave
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1:31Hot air makes it harder for engines to get a plane airborne – a problem that is set to get more common as the climate warms. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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A health group launched a climate education course. 3,000 nurses signed up
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1:31The Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education offers online resources and a free virtual course so nurses can help their patients stay safe as the climate changes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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An overlooked benefit of telemedicine: It can reduce climate pollution
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1:31When health workers provide care by phone or internet, fewer people need to drive their cars to the doctor’s office. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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The State and Future of Youth Mental Health and Depression Research with Clinical Psychologist and Neuroscientist, Dr. Roselinde Kaiser
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34:17In this episode of Healthy Mind Science, host Dr. Alicia Sepulveda engages with Dr. Rosi Kaiser to explore the complexities of youth mental health, particularly focusing on depression. Dr. Rosi Kaiser is an Associate Professor, Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist, and Director of the Center for Healthy Mind at University of Colorado Boulder. In t…
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4 billion people experienced a whole extra month of extreme heat in the past year
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1:31It’s the direct result of human-caused climate change. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Over 50 million Americans struggle to pay an energy bill
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1:31Proposed cuts to the federal Low-Income Home Energy Assistance program may leave people without heat in the winter and air conditioning in the summer. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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As temperatures rise, mosquitoes are thriving. And urban dwellers may be especially vulnerable to mosquito-borne illness. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Waste from forest thinning gets new purpose in Northern California
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1:31Instead of burning cleared brush, this team is using it to restore damaged stream channels and reduce erosion. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Virtual power plants could transform electricity grids
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1:31The technology lets homes send and receive energy, reducing stress on the grid during peak hours. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Robotic machine helps keep lumber out of the scrap heap
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1:31A device in use near San Francisco automates the labor-intensive process of extracting metal fasteners from salvaged lumber so the wood can be used again. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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It’s only a matter of time before the food in the fridge and freezer starts to go bad. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Detroit advocate helps girls of color lead on climate
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1:31Her book, ‘Sage Sails the World,’ aims to inspire kids to get involved. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Iowa residents bring the prairie back, one yard at a time
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1:31Healthy soil is so beneficial that one Iowa county offers partial reimbursement for soil aeration and compost, plus free native plants. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Smoke plume from January wildfire near L.A. carried lead for miles
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1:31Hazardous lead levels – the product of incinerated paint and pipes – have been found far from the fire’s edge. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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El Guardián del Agua program provides Spanish-language stormwater workshops in Madison, Wisconsin
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1:31The program teaches participants how to plant rain gardens and rain barrels that can reduce stormwater runoff during downpours. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Mother turns her grief into a lifeline for others
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1:31Tragedy led the mother of an environmental activist to launch the Resilient Activist, a nonprofit. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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As summers heat up, air conditioning becomes a right in some places
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1:31A Maryland county now requires landlords to provide cooling in most rentals, treating it as essential for tenant health. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Climate-friendly 401(k)s can help protect your future
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1:31Many 401(k)s include investments in fossil fuels, but there are alternatives. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Chilis on Wheels serves up delicious, plant-based, multicultural dishes to people in need. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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DC’s smart bins offer 24-hour food waste drop-off
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1:31The rat-proof bins are making composting easier for city residents. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Why do Palisade peaches, Pueblo chiles matter so much to Colorado consumers? (ENCORE EPISODE)
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12:21Agriculture is big in Colorado, and a recent survey from the Colorado Department of Agriculture shows that Coloradans care a lot — not only about how their food is grown, but where it’s grown. CSU agricultural economist Dawn Thilmany spoke to The Audit about why the buy local movement matters so much to consumers.…
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Researchers are using high-tech tools to identify reusable materials that can be salvaged during building demolitions. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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6.20 – Key Energy Trends to Watch: Data Driven Insights from Strategist Jeff Krimmel
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42:08On this episode of Path to Zero, host Tucker Perkins talks with Jeff Krimmel, energy strategist, consultant, and founder of Foundations of Energy and Business of Energy newsletters. With experience spanning oil & gas, renewables, and industrial strategy, Jeff’s data-driven perspective helps companies navigate the fast-evolving energy sector. The po…
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A sensor patch could help protect the lives of outdoor workers
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1:31‘The idea is to stop people dying from heat, which is a preventable death.’ Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Climate change is increasing the risk of intense rain
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1:31So it’s important for everyone to make a plan to stay safe during flooding. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Solar arrays power a farm in Madison, Wisconsin
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1:31It had been operating for years without on-site electricity. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Climate solutions are more popular than you might think
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1:31Fossil fuel PR campaigns have misled people into believing that climate solutions are more controversial than they actually are. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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New campaign asks young people to help their parents recognize misinformation
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1:31False claims about climate change are rampant on social media. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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How you can use a ‘truth sandwich’ to fight climate misinformation
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1:31Serve up facts first and last, with misinformation handled carefully in the middle. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Public art is providing relief from the heat in Cambridge, Massachusetts
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1:31A shady installation in a park includes tree saplings that will one day provide additional cooling. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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How the midnight sun is helping displace fossil fuels in a remote Arctic community
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1:31Colville Lake now gets 15% of its electricity annually from solar power. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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The Arctic is getting louder, and whales are paying the price
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1:31Melting ice brings more ships and industrial activity, interfering with how whales communicate and behave. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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Fireworks light up the sky – and sometimes the forest
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1:31As the risk of wildfires grows, make sure you know the law and how to have a safe display this Fourth of July. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/
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