The Fall of an Arizona Border Wall
A documentary film chronicles the growth鈥攁nd rare success鈥攐f a movement to take down a wall of shipping containers on the U.S-Mexico border.
Environment
Nature Offers a Model for Filtering Wastewater
A growing trend of building wetlands as a means of wastewater filtration has surprising benefits: thriving wildlife, vibrant tourism, and a sense of community ownership.
The Surprising Power of Wastewater Wetlands
Amid the growing threats of climate crisis and habitat fragmentation, constructed wetlands are gaining popularity as natural water-cleaning systems.
Why Indigenous Communities Oppose New York鈥檚 New Industrial Park
Indigenous writer Robin Wall Kimmerer explains why a new massive green-energy powered industrial park in western New York State threatens communities and habitats.
Indigenous Self-Determination Is Key Climate Solution in New Report
The National Climate Assessment affirms that Indigenous peoples bear both the weight of climate change鈥檚 impacts and carry knowledge that may help lessen its burden.
Native Sites in Ohio Named to World Heritage List
The latest addition to the prestigious UNESCO list鈥攖he Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, created by Indigenous people 2,000 years ago鈥斺�減reserves the future of our past.鈥�
Indigenous Gardens Cultivate Healing
To decolonize college campuses, BIPOC students, allies, alumni, and faculty are reintroducing Indigenous growing practices.
The Vision of a Renewable Rikers Island in NYC
This community-developed plan could serve as a model for how to simultaneously decarcerate and decarbonize.
鈥楰illers of the Flower Moon鈥� Sidesteps the Issue of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Despite its flaws, advocates hope the film will promote awareness and understanding of the complex MMIW issue
Stand for Indigenous Land Justice: Stop STAMP
Will New York perpetuate the shameful practices of the colonialist past鈥攐r take a stand for justice at last?
Himalayan Artists Preserve Climate-Endangered Flowers
Watercolor renditions of orchids, rhododendrons, and other Indigenous blooms help protect the region鈥檚 floral biodiversity in the face of climate change.
Lessons in Climate Adaptation From Florida鈥檚 Hurricane Recovery
When Hurricane Ian hit Florida in late September 2022, it took more than 100 lives, becoming the deadliest storm to hit the United States since Katrina in 2005. Hurricane Ian
Pushing Back Against Disaster Capitalism in Florida
A coalition of churches has achieved some successes in resisting and mitigating against rent gouging and displacement after Hurricane Ian.
Jamaica鈥檚 Climate-Resilient Coastline
Wetlands and mangrove forests absorb water, waves, and salt to provide economic security for coastal communities.
无码视频 Analysis of Libya Flooding Misses NATO Role
Western media covered the devastating floods in Libya with little mention of NATO鈥檚 role in the war that has led to crumbling infrastructure.
How Young Climate Activists Are Confronting Power
A newly formed organization called Climate Defiance is challenging the Biden administration to live up to its climate change promises.
How New York Socialists Won Big on Climate
New York is the first state to mandate renewable energy in a way that explicitly rejects the neoliberal obligation to put corporate profits first.
The Radicalization of Climate Activism
The climate emergency is here. Our political system isn鈥檛 responding at scale, so climate activists are stepping up their game.
Community Care After the Maui Wildfire
The people of L膩hain膩 are helping each other recover and design a future that is more sustainable for the land and its people.
Indigenous Women March for Their Rights in Brazil
Celebrating victories and decrying injustices, the march was a rallying cry for Indigenous rights.
Making Connections Between Climate and Racial Justice
Racial justice activist Jason Blake, whose nephew Jacob Blake was shot by Kenosha police, makes the case for marching to end fossil fuels at a major protest on Sept. 17 in New York City.
The Wisdom of Fungi Inspires Community Conservation
A surge of public interest in mushrooms is challenging mycology鈥檚 colonial legacy鈥攁nd reclaiming its traditional relationships.
Are Swimmable Cities a Climate Solution?
Urban waterways have many benefits鈥攂ut they鈥檙e not accessible to all communities.
Taking Back the Power (Literally)
Frontline communities from California to Puerto Rico lead the fight for energy democracy.
The Day the Indians Took Over Seattle鈥檚 Fort Lawton鈥攁nd Won Land Back
The takeover only lasted a few minutes. However, its impact was felt as far away as Europe.
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