Environmental Justice

Has the Biden has approved the Willow Project? Despite the massive environmental impact it will have, yes, the oil drilling project will go forward.

What are PFAS and why are they bad? These chemicals can be found all over the planet — and the human body.

International Women's Day is March 8 — here's why we celebrate it on that day, how to celebrate the holiday at work, and quotes to inspire you.

Here's everything you need to know about Cancer Alley in Louisiana, and the federal lawsuit trying to take down one of its worst polluters.

Yucca Mountain was a proposed dumping ground for dangerous, radioactive nuclear waste. However, after years of construction and planning, the project was abandoned for several reasons.

Collective Fashion Justice's Emma Håkansson is only just getting started with her mission of ridding the fashion industry of animal exploitation, human exploitation, and environmentally-destructive practices.

Veguary is a month-long pledge to “try living vegan” for the month of February, purposely coinciding with Black History Month, according to the organization behind it, Afro-Vegan Society.

How does plastic affect the environment? Unfortunately, plastic takes a nasty toll on communities and ecosystems worldwide — and it's only getting worse.

On June 19, 1865, Juneteenth was born, and it's now celebrated as the unofficial end of slavery in the United States. Here are 10 facts about the holiday.

Atlanta forest defenders are protesting to defend Weelaunee Forest — here's everything you need to know.

Unfortunately, so many waterways around the world are struggling with pollution. Here are the five most polluted rivers in the world.

MLK Jr. used his voice to advocate for environmental justice on multiple occasions.

In 2020, actress and activist Jane Fonda flew to Minnesota to oppose the Line 3 — take a look back at her history of environmental and social activism.

How many have died as a result of flooding in the Philippines? Unfortunately, several people have been found dead — and many are still missing.

The Great American Outdoors Act in the U.S. is meant to help protect natural spaces all across the country. Here's how it works.

What is the water level at Lake Shasta? It has see ups and downs over the years, but higher levels can also be a sign of a worsening drought.

The Biden administration recently issued a $75 million grant to relocate three Native American tribes from rising sea levels.

Formerly home to many southwestern tribes, it's no surprise the Grand Canyon displaced many of them — which is why the name "Indian Garden" is being changed.

When is Giving Tuesday 2022? Here are all the basics on the holiday, plus our roundup of a few environmental charities worth donating to.

Because of all kinds of factors that cause plants all over the world to become endangered. Here are some of the most endangered ones in the U.S.

The new mayor of Los Angeles, Calif., Karen Bass, has promised to solve homelessness. But what are solutions to homelessness?

Shortly after various famous paintings were vandalized last month, two activists targeted an Emily Carr painting with maple syrup in Vancouver last weekend.

Who owns Just Stop Oil, and what exactly is the climate activist group’s mission?

Protests in over a dozen countries this week focused on asking world leaders to ban private jets.

The causes of food insecurity in America are complicated and interconnected. Low-income families and people of color are most likely to experience food insecurity.

Food desert solutions can increase food security. In food deserts, people don’t have access to affordable, healthy foods. This affects communities of color and low-income families.

Melanated Campout is a Black-owned and woman-owned company that hosts an annual camping retreat for people of color.

The Environmental Justice For All Act, a bill created to fight environmental racism, is the first major bill that’s been passed that addresses environmental justice.

Ecofeminism is the idea that environmental degradation and the oppression of women are linked. Read on to learn more about this connection between women and nature.

We’ve rounded up a bunch of climate strike poster ideas to help you spread the message that world leaders must declare a climate emergency.

These Latinx and Hispanic activists in the climate movement all use their platforms to advocate for intersectional climate justice.

After several months of residents being under a boil advisory, the Jackson, Miss. water crisis is under an official investigation by the EPA.

Jackson, MS is experiencing a water crisis, leaving many wondering if Jackson, MS water is safe to drink.

Do Shein clothes have lead in them? Here's what you need to know.

Climate doomism — both a scare tactic and a scary feeling — has the environmental community divided.

Thanks to ongoing campaign efforts from PETA, EgyptAir will no longer be transporting lab monkeys from Africa and Asia to the U.S., and elsewhere.

An Audubon Society chapter is changing its name, in an effort to denounce its white supremacist namesake.

We sat down with Almeta Cooper, the National Manager for Health Equity for to join Moms Clean Air Force, to learn more about the organization's work.