California's Grim Climate Future

Solar panels are bringing abandoned cranberry bogs back to life, California faces a sobering new climate forecast, and Minnesota offers a model for community solar that could help households save on electricity bills. Plus, electric steelmaking, airport shuttle buses going fully electric, and a lightning round packed with global clean energy news. - Support The Clean Energy Show on Patreon for exciting perks including a monthly bonus podcast, early access to our content, behind the scenes looks, access to our members-only Discord community and thank-yous in the credits of videos and shoutouts on our podcast! Starting at just $1 per month! E-transfer donations can be sent to [cleanenergyshow@gmail.com](mailto:cleanenergyshow@gmail.com) for automatic deposit. **Cranberry Bogs Get a Solar Makeover** Two Massachusetts cranberry bogs are producing berries again, thanks to solar panels that help pay the bills. These unusual agrivoltaics projects combine cranberry farming, solar power, and battery storage, with elevated panels designed to let sunlight reach the crops and farm machinery pass underneath. **California's Climate Future Looks Increasingly Challenging** A new California climate assessment warns of longer summers, worsening wildfire risks, shrinking Sierra Nevada snowpack, and growing water shortages. Agriculture faces major challenges, while coastal erosion and rising seas threaten beaches and billions of dollars in property. Read the New York Times report **Minnesota's Community Solar Model** Minnesota has built one of America's largest community solar markets, with more than 800 megawatts of capacity. Subscribers can receive electricity-bill credits without installing panels on their own homes, offering a way for renters and homeowners alike to benefit from solar. James also shares his experience joining Wascana Solar Co-op in Saskatchewan. **Contact Us** [cleanenergyshow@gmail.com](mailto:cleanenergyshow@gmail.com) or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean **Support The Clean Energy Show** Join the Clean Club on our Patreon Page to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! Our PayPal Donate Page offers one-time or regular donations. **Store** Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2026 Sneeze Media.