Children living close to fracking sites have two to three times higher risk of...
A new study adds to a growing body of evidence that fracking represents a “public health crisis,” experts say.
2023 has been a big year for climate accountability in the courts
From a groundbreaking trial in Montana to a “truly historic” human rights hearing in Europe, climate change litigation took big steps forward this year.
Challenging delays: Youth plaintiffs stand firm against DOJ in pioneering climate lawsuit
In the face of legal delays and challenges, a group of determined young plaintiffs stands firm against the Department of Justice, fighting for their future and the planet in the groundbreaking climate lawsuit, Juliana v. United States.
Only 22 companies out of 147 are on track to meet their plastic waste...
In total, the report reviewed 225 companies and their progress toward plastic-related goals, with about half of companies receiving an “F” score.
Our Vanishing World: Oceans
Every person on Earth depends directly on the ocean. Yet human activity is destroying it. You can make choices that make a difference. Or leave it to others.
Fossil fuel industry and Koch network fighting Pennsylvania’s move to join regional greenhouse gas...
Together these interests broadly representing coal and petroleum producers are trying to prevent Pennsylvania from joining regional programs to curb carbon pollution.
Tribal leaders raise ‘serious concerns’ about plans to turn their shrinking Louisiana island home...
After a long state and federal push to relocate the Indigenous people of Isle de Jean Charles from their threatened homeland, new recreational development around the island risks further colonial displacement.
Dakota Access Pipeline will remain operational during environmental impact study
Since beginning operations earlier this year, the pipeline has experienced leaks on three separate occasions.
New study identifies regions of greatest conservation potential for species, water quality, carbon
A new study has mapped out the regions where conservation actions can maximize the protection of biodiversity, carbon stocks, and water, while a separate study has identified regions of the world where land animals are most at threat.
Indigenous peoples control one-quarter of world’s land surface, two-thirds of that land is ‘essentially...
“What these new maps show us is that understanding Indigenous perspectives and Indigenous contributions to conservation are essential when negotiating local or global conservation agreements."