Why we need healthy forests for healthy people
The world’s forests are precious and delicate ecosystems that give humanity so much. We should work together to protect and treasure our forests.
Historic High Seas Treaty signed to protect the world’s oceans
It has taken 15 years of negotiations but the world’s governments have finally reached an agreement to protect the oceans and the high seas.
Antarctic sea ice reaches new record low
The extent of sea ice in Antarctica reached a new record low on 21st February 2023.
Giant coal mine in South Africa leaves trail of evictions and death
Communities in Kwa-Zulu Natal have been at loggerheads with Tendele Coal Mine over land destruction, water pollution and the killing of activists.
BNP Paribas sued over its support of fossil fuels
BNP Paribas has been sued by three French NGOs. This lawsuit marks the first time ever that a commercial bank is sued over its fossil fuel financing.
Ohio train derailment: East Palestine residents feel unsafe and demand justice
There are still a lot of unknowns regarding last month’s train derailment in Ohio, especially in terms of its consequences on the environment and health.
New studies reveal unexpected melting patterns of the Thwaites Glacier
Two new studies have revealed that the retreat of the Thwaites Glacier is happening in a different, more complex way than previously understood.
Nicole Menemene is fighting plastic pollution in the DRC
Nicole Menemene founded Plastycor to help fight plastic pollution, inspiring women and young people to join the cause and protect the environment.
Leonardo DiCaprio lauds Assam state for putting a stop to rhino poaching in 2022
Assam state in north-east India has won international appreciation for its successful efforts to stop rhino poaching, with zero deaths recorded in 2022.
The Po river is already as dry as in summer due to ongoing drought
The Po river basin, vital to part of Italy’s agriculture, is already in crisis: without rain in March or April, the drought will be worse than last year.