Rising global temperatures, Summer charitable giving

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Mitzi Jonelle Tan, center, of the Philippines, participates in a demonstration at the COP27 U.N. Climate Summit, Nov. 18, 2022, in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. Peter Dejong/ AP Photo

A climate scientist joins us to look at accelerating projections for rising global temperatures. Then, a philanthropy expert gives us a guide to participating in charitable causes during the summer.

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    There’s a 66 percent chance that the world will warm 1.5 degrees Celsius by 2027, a significant increase from the 20 percent chance estimated by scientists in 2020. Although the 1.5℃ jump is likely to be temporary, it is also likely to be repeated. A climate scientist explains.

  • From walk-a-thons to back-to-school, a guide to summer charitable giving

    Summer offers unique opportunities to volunteer or give to charitable causes, from Run/Walk fundraisers to nature clean-ups and back-to-school supply drives. An expert on giving and philanthropy has advice on making the most of summer and connecting with causes.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Rob Ferrett Producer
  • Dan Vimont Guest
  • Lisa Dietlin Guest