Tag: environment
New Zealand to ban PFAS in cosmetics
While the New Zealand EPA determined that cosmetics manufactured in the country were mostly free of PFAS, 90 percent of the cosmetics sold in the country are imported.
As climate chaos accelerates, governments avert their eyes
The future devastating overheating of our world, as one big problem that must be solved—or else.
Plastic bag bans prove effective in US, reducing usage by billions
Recent reports by environmental nonprofits indicate a substantial decrease in plastic bag usage due to bans implemented in various states and cities.
Congressman: DOJ investigation of Big Oil is now ‘even more urgent’...
Rep. Ted Lieu is once again urging the Department of Justice to look into whether fossil fuel companies broke the law.
Greenhouse gas emissions fell by 1.9 percent in 2023 in US
After two years of increased emissions, emissions in 2023 fell 17.2 percent lower than those recorded in 2005.
55 percent of Germany’s power in 2023 came from renewables
“Wind farms—especially those on land—made the largest contribution.”
Global shift to plant-based diets could prevent 236,000 deaths annually, study...
A recent international study underscores the profound impact of dietary choices on public health and environmental sustainability, projecting significant reductions in premature deaths and boosts in global GDP.
Organizations call on banks to end financing of metallurgical coal
An open letter was sent to 50 banks asking them to end “business as usual” practices.
Fossil fuel giants’ record payouts amid deepening climate crisis
The world's five largest oil companies, BP, Shell, Chevron, ExxonMobil, and TotalEnergies, reported record profits and approved major new fossil fuel projects.
2023 has been a big year for climate accountability in the...
From a groundbreaking trial in Montana to a “truly historic” human rights hearing in Europe, climate change litigation took big steps forward this year.