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Last year was the hottest in recorded history, and this summer, much of the United States has already experienced record-shattering heat waves. That leaves millions of workers risking their health and possibly even their lives while on the job. And the danger is not limited to those who work outdoors. Warehouses, restaurants, and other indoor spaces are heating up. Most jobs lack heat protection from the federal or state government, but the same groups that brought us the 40-hour work week, child labor laws, and the weekend are now fighting for new worker protections.\nUnions across the country \u2014 from Texas UPS drivers to the Chicago Teachers Union \u2014 are negotiating to keep their workers protected from the effects of the climate crisis. Some are even going one step further and negotiating for their employers to cut the\xa0 carbon pollution that\u2019s adding to global heating. How has the climate crisis spurred union action?\nGuests:\xa0\nTerri Gerstein, Director, The Labor Initiative, Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, New York University\nStacy Davis Gates, President, Chicago Teachers Union\nAnita Seth, President, UNITE HERE Local 8\nEmily Minkus, Member, UNITE HERE Local 8\n\U0001f39f\ufe0f We've added yet another event to our stacked fall calendar. This program will feature Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson in conversation with Earthjustice President Abigail Dillen and Co-Host Greg Dalton. Tickets are on sale now.\nSupport Climate One by going ad-free! By subscribing to Climate One on Patreon, you\u2019ll receive exclusive access to all future episodes free of ads, opportunities to connect with fellow Climate One listeners and access to the Climate One Discord. Sign up today for just $5/month.\nFor show notes and related links, visit our website.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices