The psychological effects of climate change

The psychological effects of climate change

The psychological effects of climate change are in the news again this week with three high-profile articles about how their work affects the climate scientists doing research in this field. Some call this “pre-traumatic stress disorder”; others...

Kid Warrior

“The planet doesn’t need saving; we do.” Inspiring words from an inspiring 14 year old, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez. An environmental activist, musician and public speaker from Boulder, CO, he is the youngest member of the Presidential Youth Council, and...
Poetry from the disappearing Marshall Islands

Poetry from the disappearing Marshall Islands

The Marshall Islands have been in the news a lot this week with the news that the concrete dome over the radioactive contamination from the US nuclear tests back in the 40’s and 50’s is leaking. 73,000 cubic meters of contaminated soil were encased in...
Conservation

Conservation

From Humans of New York: “I just have this phone because I like small phones. It’s not really a good symbol of conservation. Conservation isn’t some huge sacrifice. It doesn’t mean you can’t have nice things. I’ve got a nice flat screen TV at home, great furniture, a...