Revolutionary changes in transportation, from electric vehicles to ride sharing, could slow global warming...
In the newly released IPCC report, scientists concluded that immediate cuts are necessary to stop emissions. Systemic changes currently underway in the transportation sector could begin lowering that emissions footprint—but will it be enough?
What to do with piles of plastic waste?
Other countries get creative.
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?
America’s big bet on selling fracked gas to China and the world
A lot of evidence points to these being bad bets — just like coal.
1,000+ rhinos poached in South Africa for fourth straight year
Together, we need to commit to long-term demand reduction efforts to protect rhinos.
Public lands and waters ‘for sale’ at US Dept. of Interior
"Secretary Zinke is meeting almost exclusively with fossil fuel lobbyists, ignoring the voices of people in this country."
Will the fracking revolution peak before ever making money?
Many signs are pointing to the fact that geology — how much oil and gas is present in the shale — will be the defining factor going forward for the U.S. fracking industry.
As oil price plummets, call to nationalize industry rises
Nationalization as a way to wind down the sector, tackle the climate crisis and create a just economic transition.
Global Climate Coalition: Documents reveal how secretive fossil fuel lobby group manipulated UN climate...
The documents show how the GCC influenced international negotiations, manipulated the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s (IPCC) process, and undertook a disinformation campaign designed to cast doubt on mainstream climate science.
17 states sue EPA over Pruitt’s decision to weaken auto standards
The lawsuit is short and direct – only 122 words, including the names of the 17 states – petitioning the District of Columbia Circuit Court to review EPA’s decision under the Clean Air Act.