The latest New England stories on topics like climate change and the environment, the economy, health, racial equity, culture and politics — as reported by newsrooms of the New England News Collaborative, a nine-station consortium of the region's top public media organizations.
Batteries, smart thermostats can help New England's grid and make customers some cash
New England utilities and grid operators are working to reduce demand on the grid during times of peak use. In the long run, those efforts could help mitigate how much more infrastructure New England needs to build.
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New England summer theater faces climate challenges, but the show goes on
Actors are sweating through outdoor Shakespeare while others are forced to relocate shows because of flooding. -
A longer fruit-growing season in the Northeast, but with considerable trade-offs
Climate change could potentially allow for new plant varieties in the Northeast. -
Fly fishing's treasured species are feeling the heat from extreme weather events
Advocates for New England's cold-water fish — trout and salmon — say changes to their habitats are already impacting their longevity. -
Climate change is threatening farms across New England. Here’s how farmers are responding.
Cover cropping, high tunnels, and no-till planting are helping these farms thrive, even as rain and heat pose challenges. -
Christina's World: Wyeth's masterpiece is still an 'enigma'
“Christina’s World” is one of the most recognizable American paintings of the 20th century. It’s set in the coastal landscape of Maine. Artist Andrew Wyeth and his subject Christina still fascinates us 75 years later.
