This Week in Cleantech (10/24/2025) - Why are Democrats suddenly downplaying climate change?

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This Week in Cleantech is a weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in clean energy and climate in 15 minutes or less featuring Paul Gerke of Factor This and Tigercomm’s Mike Casey. Clarion Events Content Director Jeremiah Karpowicz is filling in for Paul Gerke while Paul is on paternity leave.

This week's episode features special guest Kate Yoder from Grist, who wrote about how Democrats are downplaying the term “climate change” after the 2024 election.

This week's "Cleantecher of the Week" is Cédric Ringenbach, creator of the card game Climate Fresk. The game is based on the latest report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and helps people understand the connections between climate science and climate disasters. Congratulations, Cédric!

This Week in Cleantech — October 24, 2025

Oil, gas and the tax code — The New York Times
Why Nucor and Meta are supporting a new low-carbon iron factory — Trellis
DOE cancels more than $700M in battery, manufacturing projects — E&E News
New England Says Goodbye to Coal as Merrimack Station Powers Down — Inside Climate News
Why Democrats aren't talking about climate change much anymore — Grist

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