1,733 Climate Activists and Land Defenders Were Murdered Over Past Decade, Report Finds
In 2021, about 200 climate change activists were killed; and over the past decade, more than 1,700 were killed.
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If You Aren’t Familiar With Indigenous Peoples' Day, Here’s a Run-Down
What is Indigenous Peoples' Day? While you may have grown up calling it Columbus Day, it's important you know why the name has been changed.Looking Back on the Accomplishments of Late Environmentalist, David Foreman
Environmentalist and founder of Earth First!, David Foreman, has passed away at the age of 75 years old — here's what you should know about him.Out-Of-Place Seal Walks to Massachusetts Police Station and Is Re-Released Into the Ocean
A seal, which has been named Shoebert, made its way from a pond, to a police station, before it was brought in for medical evaluations, and re-released.Russian Nord Stream Pipelines Destroyed: Environmental Impact, Who’s to Blame, and More
Russia's Nord Stream pipelines were destroyed, through what's being speculated as foul play. And though no gas was flowing, it's now leaking methane.Hurricane Ian Fatalities: What Early Reports Are Saying About Floridians
Here’s what we know so far about the Hurricane Ian death toll.Both Brown Bears and Wolves Are Being Reintroduced in Europe
After going locally extinct years back, wolves and brown bears are being reintroduced to Europe, and a new report shows how their populations are rebuilding.49 Percent of the World's Bird Species Are Declining, Report Finds
Bird population decline has grown so severe in recent years that about half of the world’s bird species are decreasing.Southern California Sea Lions Are Stranded and Sick, as a Result of Harmful Algal Blooms
Unfortunately, sea lions across Southern California are stranded and sick, as a result of harmful algal blooms, which cause domoic acid poisoning.Environmentalists Lose Hope After Right Whale Becomes Entangled in a Net for the Fifth Time
After Snow Cone, an endangered right whale in Massachusetts, became entangled in a net for the fifth time, environmentalists are losing hope.Hurricane Ian Results in Mandatory Evacuations and a Potential Tornado
Although Hurricane Ian is only the fourth storm of the season, it may be the worst — take a look on the following updates on mandatory evacuations.See Incredible Pictures of Jupiter's Closest Approach to Earth in 59 Years
People captured some incredible pictures of Jupiter close to Earth last night, Sept. 26, 2022.Flooding Your Garden Could Help Stop the Effects of Climate Change, Experts Say
Although you may work hard to prevent your garden or yard from flooding, experts say the benefits of flooding your garden may help the environment.Volcanic Eruption Forms Brand New Island in the Pacific Ocean
A few weeks after an underwater volcanic eruption took place, a new island has formed in the Pacific Ocean. But it may not be there for long.EPA's Environmental Justice Department to Launch Several Crucial Initiatives
What is the EPA's Environmental Justice Department planning? There are several initiatives under the new department's belt.NASA Is About to Launch a Spacecraft Into an Asteroid, to Prepare for Potential Threats — How to Watch
When will the NASA DART hit the asteroid Didymos? Here's what you need to know.Jupiter Will Make Its Closest Approach to Earth in 59 Years — How to See the Gas Giant
Exactly when will Jupiter be closest to Earth? And how close will Jupiter be to Earth in September 2022?How to Help Women in Iran Amid Protests, Which Have Already Killed Nine People
In the wake of the death of Mahsa Amini, many are wondering how to help Iranian womenWhat Caused Over 10 Million Gallons of Sewage to Spill in Worcester, Mass.? What We Know
What caused over 10 million gallons of sewage to overflow into a Worcester, Mass. river? Recent heavy rains and a finicky system are reportedly to blame.U.K. Lifts Fracking Ban to Temporarily — and Irresponsibly — Solve the Energy Crisis
In an irresponsible, temporary attempt to mitigate the ongoing energy crisis, the U.K. has lifted its fracking ban.32 Beached Whales Saved, Out of Hundreds That Beached Along Tasmanian Coast (Updated)
Wildlife experts are absolutely devastated, after more than 200 pilot whales beached themselves along the Australian coast of Tasmania.Prince William’s Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit Speech Addresses Climate Change
Although Prince William didn't make it to the Earthshot Prize Innovation Summit in-person, due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II, his speech addresses climate change.Seattle’s Air Quality Is So Bad Right Now, Residents Are Encouraged to Stay Inside
Why are Seattle residents being encouraged to stay inside? The Pacific Northwestern city's air quality is so bad right now, it could be dangerous.Tropical Storm Hermine: The 2022 Hurricane’s Path, Predictions, and More
Tropical storm Hermine is the next named storm of 2022 — it's expected to slam the Gulf of Mexico and Florida Panhandle within the next week.California Just Became the Fifth State to Legalize Human Composting
California residents will soon be able to put human bodies to rest with the gentle process of human composting.Nearly 16,000 Pounds of Trash Are Currently on Mars, Thanks to Humans
There are actually nearly 16,000 pounds of human trash on Mars — and there was also a recent discovery of organic matter on the Red Planet.Benedict Cumberbatch Narrates New Docuseries About ‘Super/Natural’ Animals (Exclusive)
'Super/Natural' on Disney Plus used modern technology to document some of the most astonishing attributes of animals from around the globe for the first time.Attention, Beer Drinkers — Brews May Soon Be In Short Supply
Why is there a potential beer shortage in the U.S.? Unfortunately for avid beer fans, it may be in short supply, all thanks to a recent CO2 shortage.7.6-Magnitude Earthquake Slams Mexico on the Same Date as Deadly 1985 and 2017 Quakes
What happened in Colima, Mexico? A 7.6-magnitude quake shook the country's central Pacific coast on Monday, on the same date as other deadly quakes.Hurricane Fiona Leaves 1 Million Without Power in Puerto Rico — and Climate Change Is Making It All Worse
Those in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic are currently dealing with Hurricane Fiona, a deadly hurricane that has caused severe floods, left many without power and running water, and destroyed various roads and homes.Cheetahs Have Returned to India, After Going Extinct There 70 Years Ago
Thanks to ongoing conservation efforts, cheetahs have made a comeback to India, where they went extinct more than 70 years ago.Taiwan Earthquake of at Least 6.8-Magnitude Results in Fatalities, Damage, and More
An earthquake of at least 6.8-magnitude has slammed Taiwan, resulting in damage, fatalities, injuries, and more.Slutty Vegan Is Finally Open in Brooklyn — Here's What I Thought of the Cult Vegan Burger
Slutty Vegan Brooklyn has officially opened, marking the world-famous vegan burger joint’s first location in New York and seventh location overall.The Kyoto Protocol: What You Need to Know About the Paris Agreement's Predecessor
What exactly is the meaning of the Kyoto Protocol, and is the agreement still in effect?Tropical Storm Fiona Formed in the Atlantic, and Is on a Path Towards Puerto Rico
What path is Tropical Storm Fiona taking? After forming in the Atlantic Ocean, storm trackers believe it's heading to Puerto Rico.LED Bulbs May Not Be as Great as We Thought — Studies Show Health and Environmental Risks
Are LED lights not as environmentally-friendly as we thought? New studies show they may pose health and environmental risks.Golden State Residents Fear a Major Earthquake May Be On Its Way
Is an earthquake coming to the Bay Area? Residents of northern California are concerned of a major earthquake that may be coming.Everything You Need to Know About the 2022 Rail Strike That Didn’t Happen
A rail strike was in the works earlier this week, and even though it didn't ultimately take place, here's everything you should know about it.Patagonia Founder Is Giving Up His Company to Fight Climate Change: “Earth Is Now Our Only Shareholder”
Yvon Chouinard just announced that he and his family are giving away their ownership of Patagonia — valued at around $3 billion — to two new nonprofit trusts that will work to fight climate change.Climate Activist Shiva Rajbhandari Wins School Board Election on His 18th Birthday, Unseating Far-Right Incumbent
Shiva Rajbhandari, an 18-year-old high school senior and youth climate activist, was just sworn into his new role as an elected member of the Boise, Idaho school board.Why Mexico City’s Black Jaguar-White Tiger Foundation Was Shut Down, and What Makes a Real Sanctuary
Mexico City's Black Jaguar-White Tiger Foundation was raided and eventually shut down in July after receiving multiple allegations of animal cruelty.The Inflation Reduction Act Aims to Curb Climate Change — So Why Is It Controversial?
What is the Inflation Reduction Act? Democrats are looking to the bill, which was officially signed by Biden in August 2022, to curb climate change.What Is a Megadrought? The Facts on the Megadrought in the Western U.S.
In the U.S., a megadrought in the West and Southwest has been persisting for decades, with no sign of relief in sight.The “Triple Dip” La Niña: What It Is, and How It Affects Life on Earth
What is a “triple-dip” La Niña? This pattern of weather events is rather unusual, as this is the first of its kind in the last 100 years.EPA Opens Investigation on the Jackson, Miss. Water Crisis
After several months of residents being under a boil advisory, the Jackson, Miss. water crisis is under an official investigation by the EPA.“No Animals Were Harmed in the Making of This Film” — What Does That Mean?
What protects animals in Hollywood? Although human actors have rights on-set, the lines can be blurred for furry actors.How Climate Change Causes Lung Cancer in Non-Smokers, According to New Findings
A new study sheds a bright light on how exactly air pollution causes lung cancer in people who do not smoke cigarettes.Study Finds Earth Is On the Verge of Hitting Five Climate Tipping Points — but "There Are Grounds for Hope"
We are headed towards tipping points of climate change, a new study asserts.Burning Man Attendees Illegally Dumped Trash and Idled In 12 Hours of Traffic
Burning Man attendees pledge to "leave no trace," but the illegal dumping of trash proves otherwise.This City Is Banning Meat Advertisements to Fight Climate Change
The Dutch city of Haarlem is preparing to ban ads for meat in order to fight climate change.
