environment

Book Review

Of Squirrels and Deer and Other Beasts of Burden

Rachel Nuwer / Undark Jan 24, 2023 A new book argues that many animals we find loathsome are often made so because of our own actions. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

Business & Economy

Kentucky Republicans’ War Against Green Investing

Blanca Begert / Grist Jan 9, 2023 From the U.S. House to state governments, the GOP takes aim at pro-climate finance strategies. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Environment

Can Congress Prevent the West’s Salt Lakes From Turning to Dust?

Caroline Tracey / High Country News Jan 9, 2023 A new research and monitoring program aims to conserve threatened but overlooked saline ecosystems. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Environment

How Zoning Reform Could Help Slash Emissions

The Energy Mix Dec 30, 2022 State and city governments could use land regulations to combat climate change. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Environment

Is Carbon Capture the Solution for Jobs and Climate Action?

Nicholas Kusnetz / Inside Climate News Dec 6, 2022 The idea that we would further stress the air, water and land that surrounds us by altering ocean chemistry or building a new power-hungry industry seems wrongheaded to many. Dig deeper ( 16 Min. Read )

Politics

Herschel Walker, South Park, and the Prius

Kate Yoder / Grist Nov 28, 2022 Why do Republicans defend polluting vehicles? Because Democrats love the saintly Prius. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )

A black-and-white image of a man's face is large on the left side. Behind him, like a collage, several policemen walk side by side, toward us. Behind the policemen, also like a collage, two women and a man hold up a sign that reads, "END RACISM." On the right side of the picture, a soldier in camouflage print looks away from us. The soldier holds a large gun and wears a safety helmet with his face guard up.

Truthdiggers

Mike Davis Mined L.A.’s Soul

Rubén Martínez / Capital & Main Nov 1, 2022 Mike Davis appreciation, in memory. "Glimpses of a Homegrown Revolutionary." Personal memories about working with Davis. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )

Editorial Cartoons

Effects of Climate Change

Adam Zyglis Nov 1, 2022 Dig deeper

A great white shark in the wild is worth so much more than a bowl of soup.

Following House Approval, U.S. Has a Chance to Ban the Cruel Shark Fin Trade

Sara Amundson / Truthout Mar 16, 2020 Sharks are killed 30 percent faster than they can reproduce, including for the inhumane fin trade. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

The Coronavirus Pandemic Proves That We Can Overcome the Climate Crisis—If We Want To

Martina Moneke / Truthdig Mar 14, 2020 The response to the coronavirus pandemic reveals that it’s possible to significantly reduce emissions that cause air pollution and climate change. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Say Goodbye to Beaches: Rising Seas Are Set to Erode World’s Coastlines

Tim Radford / Climate News Network Mar 14, 2020 Ever higher seas are already eroding shorelines and flooding coasts. Soon the waves could wash away half the world’s sandy beaches. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Educating Girls Is Key to Fighting the Climate Crisis

Alex Kirby / Climate News Network Mar 1, 2020 Their education has multiple benefits that go far beyond the individual and any particular society. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )