environmental justice

Coastal Cities Fight Back as Trump Undermines Climate Justice Initiatives

Coastal Cities Fight Back as Trump Undermines Climate Justice Initiatives

This spring, Seattle took a step in the opposite direction of federal trends by funding climate justice efforts. The city ... Read more

How Geothermal Energy Powers Colorado’s Winter Greenhouses for Year-Round Fresh Food

How Geothermal Energy Powers Colorado’s Winter Greenhouses for Year-Round Fresh Food

In Pagosa Springs, Colorado, a nonprofit is tapping into a natural hot spring to keep greenhouses warm all year round. ... Read more

UN Calls on Brazil to Protect the Environment: Why Rejecting the Bill to Slash Safeguards Matters

UN Calls on Brazil to Protect the Environment: Why Rejecting the Bill to Slash Safeguards Matters

United Nations rights experts are raising alarms over a new Brazilian law related to environmental licensing. They believe it could ... Read more

Urgent: Black Communities Face Climate Threats as U.S. Aims to Roll Back Essential Protections

Urgent: Black Communities Face Climate Threats as U.S. Aims to Roll Back Essential Protections

This week, many people in the U.S. faced extreme heat, while news broke that the Trump administration planned to weaken ... Read more

US EPA Plans to Revoke Groundbreaking ‘Endangerment Finding’ – What This Means for Climate Change Regulations

US EPA Plans to Revoke Groundbreaking ‘Endangerment Finding’ – What This Means for Climate Change Regulations

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering getting rid of a key legal finding that says greenhouse gases are ... Read more

ICJ’s Groundbreaking Ruling: Strengthening Nations’ Legal Responsibilities to Fight Climate Change

ICJ’s Groundbreaking Ruling: Strengthening Nations’ Legal Responsibilities to Fight Climate Change

In a significant ruling, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) confirmed that countries must legally address climate change. This decision ... Read more

World Court Takes Crucial Step: How New Ruling Forces Nations to Confront the Climate Crisis

World Court Takes Crucial Step: How New Ruling Forces Nations to Confront the Climate Crisis

The recent ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) marks a significant shift in how we view climate action. ... Read more

How Climate Change is Driving Black Families in Altadena into Foreclosure and Displacement

How Climate Change is Driving Black Families in Altadena into Foreclosure and Displacement

Six months after a wildfire hit Altadena, California, many Black families are now at risk of losing their homes. The ... Read more

Empowering Climate Advocates Shine at NAACP Convention in Charlotte: Key Insights and Innovations

Empowering Climate Advocates Shine at NAACP Convention in Charlotte: Key Insights and Innovations

The 2025 NAACP National Convention is taking place in North Carolina, a notable location for the environmental justice movement. At ... Read more

Farewell Insights: Shelby County Health Director Reflects on Key Lessons and Lasting Legacy Before Departure

Farewell Insights: Shelby County Health Director Reflects on Key Lessons and Lasting Legacy Before Departure

Dr. Michelle Taylor’s Departure: A Reflection on Her Legacy in Memphis Memphis, Tenn. — After four impactful years, Dr. Michelle ... Read more