Sunday, July 12, 2026

Human society and the biosphere

In corporate-controlled countries like the United States, the word “socialism” is an anathema; but nations everywhere in the world might benefit from the Scandinavian model of socialism.

Biden can restore the EPA, but it will require steadfast effort

The Biden administration must focus on science and enforcement, reverse Trump deregulation efforts and reenergize EPA employment.

Want to fight climate change? Start by protecting these endangered species

Giant forest elephants and blue whales play an enormous role in climate sequestration. Can putting a financial value on that role help conserve them—and us?

UN report finds world leaders fall short of meeting Paris Agreement goal

They have so far continued to make choices that push them further away from targets they agreed upon five years ago to protect the climate and their citizens.

In ‘huge victory for polar bears and our climate,’ court rejects trump approval of...

While welcoming the win, activists vowed to continue fighting against destructive oil and gas extraction in the region.

Climate crisis: World experiences hottest November on record in 2020

“All policymakers who prioritize mitigating climate risks should see these records as alarm bells.”

‘Strong hearts to the front!’: Indigenous water protectors take direct action against Minnesota tar...

"Clean water and unpolluted land capable of providing sustenance is essential to our survival... [and] Line 3 poses an existential threat to our well-being."

‘Few things matter more to humans’: UN report says we must protect and restore...

"Policies that minimize soil degradation and protect soil biodiversity should be a component of biodiversity protection at all levels."

How Biden can do more Than just restore Trump’s environmental rollbacks

President-elect Joseph R. Biden has indicated that he’ll quickly roll back the rollbacks as soon as he’s inaugurated. Yet a reset is not enough.

Why the USDA is being sued—again

The USDA is facing lawsuits for shirking its responsibility to protect birds from animal welfare violations.