Amid the growing threats of climate crisis and habitat fragmentation, constructed wetlands are gaining popularity as natural water-cleaning systems.
Environment
The latest addition to the prestigious UNESCO list—the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks, created by Indigenous people 2,000 years ago—“preserves the future of our past.”
To decolonize college campuses, BIPOC students, allies, alumni, and faculty are reintroducing Indigenous growing practices.
Will New York perpetuate the shameful practices of the colonialist past—or take a stand for justice at last?
Watercolor renditions of orchids, rhododendrons, and other Indigenous blooms help protect the region’s floral biodiversity in the face of climate change.
Wetlands and mangrove forests absorb water, waves, and salt to provide economic security for coastal communities.
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 climate emergency is here. Our political system isn’t responding at scale, so climate activists are stepping up their game.
The people of Lāhainā are helping each other recover and design a future that is more sustainable for the land and its people.
A surge of public interest in mushrooms is challenging mycology’s colonial legacy—and reclaiming its traditional relationships.
Urban waterways have many benefits—but they’re not accessible to all communities.
Frontline communities from California to Puerto Rico lead the fight for energy democracy.
Dogged by flooding from Lake Michigan, South Side residents have finally drawn attention from city and state officials.
A Montana judge rules in favor of 16 young plaintiffs in the US’s first constitutional climate trial.
The Menominee Tribe of Wisconsin’s successful logging operation follows one rule: Let the healthy trees keep growing.
Talking about climate change is more important than you may think.
As compounding crises have plunged Puerto Rico into darkness, local artists bring light back to the island.
After a decade of resistance, Ecuadorians will finally vote to preserve Yasuní National Park or allow oil exploitation.
A lo largo de estos últimos 10 años, Yasunidos se ha caracterizado por la resiliencia, el aprendizaje constante y el compromiso inquebrantable.
Decades of disinvestment have led to racialized disparities in access to safe drinking water and effective wastewater services.
What can stories of witches tell us about solving the plastics problem?
Decentralized water recycling systems are a leading strategy to make water use more sustainable.
FireGeneration advocates for Indigenous-led, youth-powered approaches to the wildfire crisis
L.A.’s district attorney just charged a polluting plant with 22 felonies.
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