As North America electrifies to meet the challenge of climate change, leaders and engineers must simultaneously update our underprepared electrical grid.

Electricity demands on the North American grid are increasing: Buildings, vehicles, and industries are electrifying to reduce pollution; data centers are growing to meet the demands for AI, crypto-mining, and storage services; and new air conditioners are being added to stave off harsher heat waves. 

To stop climate change, it’s critical individuals and families take personal actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But only you can determine which climate solutions will be most effective for your situation.

When I tell someone I lead a climate change non-profit, one of the most common questions I get is: What can I do to reduce my carbon footprint? 

To meet climate and health goals, countries must fund black carbon reduction at the scale and urgency that the threat warrants.

Growing up, visiting my grandparents in rural India was the highlight of my summer vacation. In the 1990s, before social media began to consume pastimes, frolicking around with my cousins and admiring the beautiful nature was enough to satiate my childish heart.