Climate Change

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Don't Ignore Climate Change in This Election
Don't Ignore Climate Change in This Election With even “climate havens” suffering devastating floods, voters must demand better climate commitments from all candidates. A.J. Schumann #climatechange
The ‘Blue Economy’ Myth: We Must Stop Running the Ocean Like a Business
The ‘Blue Economy’ Myth: We Must Stop Running the Ocean Like a Business Protecting the Earth’s oceans is problematic when profit is the leading concern.
Creating a Genuine Hell on Earth?
Creating a Genuine Hell on Earth? Honestly, who would have guessed that we humans might prove capable of making 1984 seem like an upbeat fantasy? Tom Engelhardt @tomdispatch #climatechange #1984
Lessons From Hurricane Helene: Our Fragile Infrastructure
Lessons From Hurricane Helene: Our Fragile Infrastructure The raging floods were triggered by unprecedented rainfall and winds, but a network of fragile dams also played a role. @ellenbrown #helene
COP16: Wild-West Capitalism Versus Life on Earth
COP16: Wild-West Capitalism Versus Life on Earth The stakes for our collective future could not be higher, yet many decision-makers are doubling down on destructive policies. @LaurelSutherlin #cop16
Australian Rabbits Warn Us: Beware Geoengineering Proposals
Australian Rabbits Warn Us: Beware Geoengineering Proposals The world's predicament is bad enough that a number of people are trying to figure out how we could "geoengineer" the atmosphere. Paul Desplanaise:
Why Supporting Local Food Economies Is Urgent
Why Supporting Local Food Economies Is Urgent Our food system is linked to an economic system fundamentally biased against what’s good for people and the planet. @HelenaNHodge #food
The Society of Carelessness
The Society of Carelessness In a world where making caring decisions is a privilege of some, the International Day of Care and Support reminds us of the importance of focusing our attention on creating "care-obsessed societies". Valentina Contreras #unitednations
Unmasking Empire: Abby Martin on U.S. Imperialism and Climate Change
Unmasking Empire: Abby Martin on U.S. Imperialism and Climate Change Abby shared harrowing statistics and stories about the environmental destruction caused by military activities, from toxic dumping to habitat destruction. @JackEidt @AbbyMartin
The All-American Ravages of Extreme Weather
The All-American Ravages of Extreme Weather What's at stake in 2024 — from (my) rural America? @mazzarino_a #climatechange #ruralamerican
The Growing Danger of Being a Climate Protester
The Growing Danger of Being a Climate Protester Outrageous Anti-Protest Laws Can’t Silence the Climate Movement @CoxStan #climatechange
North American Sports Leagues Drop the Ball on Climate Change
North American Sports Leagues Drop the Ball on Climate Change A recent survey of pro baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer leagues found that they collectively have more than 60 sponsorship deals with three dozen oil companies and utilities. @ElliottNegin #nfl
How the Built Environment Damages Children’s Connection to Nature
How the Built Environment Damages Children’s Connection to Nature Profit-driven urban development has disconnected us—particularly children—from the wilderness. The effects are unhealthy. Teresa Coady #children