The Climate Report - 12/22/22

The Climate Report - 12/22/22

Author: KVMR-FM December 23, 2022 Duration: 29:40

The Climate Report for 12/22/22 is the final show of the year, so we recap some of the Good News that happened in 2022 for the climate, the environment, and energy.

We also talk about new studies that show the importance of neighborhoods, both how they’re designed and how people connect in them, in the fight against climate change.

Tune in every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 6:30-7pm following the KVMR News, and visit The Climate Report social media page for daily news headlines.

For questions, comments, or links to news we read, please email climatereport@kvmr.org

See more daily news updates on our Climate Report social media page.

Host Martin Webb also offers a casual weekly video podcast every Wed at 5:30pm on personal climate action tips, archived here.


Tune in to People, Planet, Progress for a grounded conversation that goes beyond the headlines. Host Martin Webb, broadcasting from KVMR-FM, focuses on the tangible, often local, steps being taken to reshape our connection with the natural world. This isn't just about problems; it's a close look at the solutions and the people implementing them. Each episode serves as a dispatch on the evolving relationship between communities and their environment, highlighting practical innovations and cultural shifts. You'll hear stories of how individuals and groups, both nearby and across the globe, are actively strengthening their ties to the planet. The podcast dedicates itself to documenting the forward motion, the genuine progress being made in science, stewardship, and sustainability. It’s a regular source for those who believe in actionable information and want to listen to narratives of repair and resilience. Martin brings a clear-eyed perspective to these discussions, offering the latest updates without alarmism. This KVMR production airs live on the first and third Tuesday of each month, but as an on-demand podcast, it captures those conversations for anyone interested in the ongoing work of building a more thoughtful future. The tone is informative yet accessible, turning complex ideas into relatable stories about the intersection of human ingenuity and ecological health.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

People, Planet, Progress
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Duration: 30:01
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The Climate Report - 11/21/23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:01
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The Climate Report - 11/7/23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:01
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The Climate Report - 9/28/23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:59
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Duration: 29:42
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The Climate Report - 8/24/23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:51
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The Climate Report - 8/10/23 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:51
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