India and the future of the planet
India’s economic and energy production model is not a threat to the world, but it is a threat to India itself, particularly its most marginalized people.
A historic chance to protect America’s free-flowing rivers
“This legislation will be good news for anyone who likes clean drinking water, fish and wildlife habitat, and public lands recreation. It will protect some of the most scenic rivers we have in Oregon.”
IPCC report calls out ‘vested interests’ delaying climate action
The report also pointed the finger at journalists for providing false balance to “contrarian” voices in their coverage of the issue.
Climate change a threat to human well-being and health of the planet: New IPCC...
The authors of the report and other climate researchers emphasize that urgent action is needed, both to address the causes of climate change and improve the capability of people to adapt to it.
20 endangered species at risk in Ukraine
Vladimir Putin’s invading forces could also damage the Ukrainian landscape, home to dozens of unique and endangered species.
Forever chemicals contaminate water in 20% of private wells, 60% of public wells in...
Environmental and public health advocates have long criticized policy makers for failing to regulate these chemicals.
A Chicago neighborhood is redefining toxicity in pursuit of environmental justice
Since 2000, toxic tours in this community have evolved from talking about pollution, to now include systemic racism, policing, and mass incarceration.
The impact of ecotourism on sustainable initiatives
The industry’s primary goal is to preserve these environments so humanity can appreciate them for generations to come. However, it might hurt more than it helps.
In a contested Oregon primary race, Democrats back candidate taking fossil fuel money
Rather than back a progressive climate champion, a retiring congressman throws his weight behind a candidate who has taken campaign cash from Jordan Cove LNG.
How nanoplastics enter the human body
If you regularly drink water from plastic bottles, you’re likely ingesting even more plastic than the average consumer.