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EPISODE · Feb 21, 2026 · 9 MIN

Audio edition: Burning wood and trash as 'clean' energy? Minnesota says yes - critics push back

from Nature Signals Podcast · host Ruth Thornton

Here’s the podcast version of today’s post about Minnesota’s decision to allow the burning of biomass and waste under its landmark 2023 climate law. Check out the written post here, including links to the resources I mention:Nature Signals is a reader-supported publication. It takes many hours to write and research each post. To receive new posts in your inbox and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Not ready to subscribe? Consider buying me a coffee (or a beer…). Any support is greatly appreciated! Get full access to Nature Signals at ruththornton.substack.com/subscribe

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