From faith to action: Fossil fuel divestment more vital than ever
Insuring a rapid and just transition away from fossil fuels towards clean energy must remain a global priority.
‘We won’: Environmental activists claim victory after Detroit incinerator closes
Citing poor air quality and environmental racism, residents of the majority Black neighborhood surrounding the plant had long fought for its closure.
Ecological citizenship and the United Nations sustainability development goals agenda
Reduction of inequalities and environmental protection and responsibility must also be interconnected for the well-being of individuals and societies.
Let’s rename the day after Thanksgiving ‘extinction Friday’
The annual Black Friday ode to commercialism and overconsumption sits at the core of our ongoing destruction of Earth’s ecosystems.
Flooding of Nebraska Air Force Base illustrates security risk posed by climate change
The flooding at Offutt base has prompted further criticisms of Trump's denialism.
Yet another benefit of renewable energy: It uses practically no water compared to fossil...
As solar and wind become increasingly cost competitive with natural gas for electric power generation – especially in water-constrained areas of the country – they have the added advantage of being a water smart choice.
Scientists endorse mass civil disobedience to force climate action
Almost 400 scientists have endorsed a civil disobedience campaign aimed at forcing governments to take rapid action to tackle climate change, warning...
Fossil fuel firms accelerating climate catastrophe despite urgent warnings
More than 1,000 oil and gas companies worldwide are actively plotting to enlarge their fossil fuel operations.
Sri Lanka Is First Country in the World to Apologize for Its Role in...
"Those elephants were victimized by the cruelty of certain people. But all of human society is responsible. We destroyed those innocent lives to take those tusks. We have to ask for pardon from them.”
Dakota Access pipeline ‘could be operational within 30 days’
Activists remain defiant, with three new camps springing up in recent days.