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Bill McKibben on Abundant Solar and the Waning Power of Fossil Fuels, and more.

Bill McKibben on Abundant Solar and the Waning Power of Fossil Fuels, and more.

Update: 2025-12-12
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Climate activist Bill McKibben, who authored The End of Nature nearly 40 years ago, is back with Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization. He joins us for a wide-ranging discussion on the stunning growth of renewable energy from the sun and wind, led in part by China, even as the fossil fuel industry digs in.


Living on Earth’s Explorer-in-Residence, Mark Seth Lender provides a refuge for hungry ducks during hunting season. He also observed something remarkable: these “dabbling” ducks have learned to dive for the seed he offers them.


And as a preview for next week’s Winter Solstice storytelling special, we feature a traditional “Wassail Song” with storyteller Diane Edgecomb.

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Bill McKibben on Abundant Solar and the Waning Power of Fossil Fuels, and more.

Bill McKibben on Abundant Solar and the Waning Power of Fossil Fuels, and more.

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