Tag: environment
Scientists removed from EPA board
Pruitt has been criticized by many for his ties with the energy industry, which leaves many environmentalists worried about his neutrality in making decisions for the EPA.
Field test of GMO algae sparks outrage
Billions of taxpayer dollars have been invested in developing algae biofuels that have yet to be commercially viable.
Yesterday’s People’s Climate March was a huge success
The People’s Climate March creates awareness of the importance of acknowledging climate change and criticizes the Trump administration for their efforts to ignore it.
On the day of People’s Climate Marches, the Ponca Tribe begins...
A unique alliance among tribes, ranchers, and other landowners in Nebraska regroups to resist fossil fuel development like the Keystone XL.
BP pulls out of oil drilling in Great Australian Bight
The future of our oceans and our world depends on more international protection of our marine environments.
The drastic effects of Donald Trump’s reversal of Obama-era climate regulations
Under Trump the emissions will rise, and so will the damage to future generations.
Giant waterfall in Antarctica worries scientists
The big question is: has the level of surface melting increased in the last seven decades?
Nicaragua’s South Caribbean coast improves readiness for climate change
“The rise in temperatures is affecting people’s health and producing cardiac problems...”
Why march for science?
The positive effects of science on our lives are everywhere. And the needs for more and more responsible science are also everywhere.
Science celebrities speak out on Earth Day
“We are at a critical juncture. Science is under attack.”
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Warren, Ocasio-Cortez introduce bill to ban corporate ownership of physician practices
The bill would let doctors sue corporate owners for treble damages and give the Federal Trade Commission a role in enforcing the ban.
Minnesota doctors strike for four days in a first for US hospitals
About 150 physicians at two Allina Health hospitals walked out this week after three years of bargaining over sick days, pay and a role in patient care.
Trump administration moves to let accidental killing of endangered species go unpunished
A leaked memo would count only deliberate harm as a violation of the 1973 law, even though most protected species die by accident.
Why the Trade War with Canada Amounts to Self-Sabotage
The economies of both countries are so intertwined that everyone will suffer.
Why Ro Khanna and AOC Should Run for President in 2028
RootsAction and Progressive Democrats of America will launch a campaign after the midterms urging the two lawmakers to seek the 2028 Democratic nomination.