Things to read

What is Climate Justice and How can we Achieve it

UNICEF's Climate Justice roundtable
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Carbon Audit Toolkit for Businesses

Why should my business get involved?
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How to Turn Air Pollution into Gleaming Diamonds

To change the status quo of a notoriously destructive industry, Aether found a way to produce a cleaner and more ethical diamond.
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To Protect the Ocean, Refinance Your Debt

How “blue bonds” turn national debt into funds for marine conservation.
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THE OZONE LAYER IS MENDING, AND WITH IT OUR FUTURE

A scientific assessment backed by the United Nations reported that the ozone layer is mending, with the hole over Antarctica expected to be patched by 2066. Together, we possess all of the tools necessary to combat the climate crisis, we need only find the collective will, political and otherwise, to bet on ourselves, our economies, our countries, and the health of planet Earth.
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Why Are Deserts Important?

Deserts can be found on every single continent, and even though they lack water, they play an important role in helping animals, humans and the environment.
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Why mental health is a priority for action on climate change

Climate change poses serious risks to mental health and well-being, concludes a new WHO policy brief, launched today at the Stockholm+50 conference. The Organization is therefore urging countries to include mental health support in their response to the climate crisis, citing examples where a few pioneering countries have done this effectively.
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Positive Impacts of Tourism on the Environment

Tourism and environment have important, yet controversial relationship, that needs to be in a perfect balance to benefit each other.
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The Oceanic Fallout of Deep-Sea Mining

What happens in the deep sea doesn’t stay in the deep sea.
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The ethics of human extinction

Why would it be so bad if our species came to an end? It is a question that reveals our latent values and hidden fears
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Things to watch

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Arctic Sinkholes (2022)

The Arctic is facing a looming methane threat as melting permafrost releases massive amounts of this potent greenhouse gas. Enormous explosions, massive craters, and bubbling gas eruptions are signs of this ticking time bomb. The scale of the threat is difficult to comprehend, and scientists and local communities are grappling with its implications for the future
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The great death of insects | DW Documentary

Insects are dying out and scientists and environmentalists are sounding the alarm. Our film team meets entomologists, farmers, scientists, chemical companies and politicians in a bid to lay bare the causes of insect mortality.
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The Power of Big Oil (2022)

Part One: Denial charts the fossil fuel industry’s early research on climate change, investigating industry efforts to sow seeds of doubt about the science. Part Two: Doubt explores the industry’s efforts to stall climate policy, even as evidence about climate change grew more certain in the new millennium. Part Three: Delay follows the rise of natural gas; examines the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations’ actions on climate change; and explores what may happen next.
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Our Planet: Our Business

The global loss of nature is costing trillions of dollars every year. This 38 minute film explores how the global business community can help to tackle the world's environmental crisis.
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Who Is Responsible For Climate Change? – Who Needs To Fix It?

Since the Industrial Revolution, humans have emitted more than 1.5 trillion tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. In 2019, we released 37 billion more than the previous year, and emissions of other greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide are also increasing. We emit a total of 51 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents annually, and these emissions continue to rise, but we must reduce them to zero.
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The problem with rice no one is talking about

Half the world eats it. One-fifth of our calories come from it. But rice has a dark secret: its emissions refer to the greenhouse gas emissions, specifically methane, released during cultivation. This is a significant contributor to global emissions and a major concern for climate change. So how can we grow rice better?
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Our Planet | Netflix Documentary Series

David Attenborough - narrated nature documentary series "Our Planet" examines Earth's natural beauty and how climate change impacts all living creatures.
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Thirst: When Our Water Disappears | DW Documentary

As climate change causes temperatures to rise and extreme weather events to increase, water scarcity is becoming a major issue. The struggle to control limited water reserves is intensifying as everyone's demand for water grows, and the availability of water is becoming increasingly unpredictable.
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Why 99% of ocean plastic pollution is "missing"

Scientists have been struggling to find the 8 million metric tonnes of plastic that end up in the ocean each year. They previously thought a lot of it was in the garbage patches. However, recent measurements have fallen short of expectations. Scientists are working on a solution to locate the missing plastic, which could help prevent further damage to marine life and ecosystems
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Climate Justice is Social Justice

The fourth episode of The Breakdown discusses how racism intersects with climate change, emphasizing the social justice aspect of the climate crisis. The episode also delves into the Green New Deal's role in achieving a fair and equitable transition.
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Things to do

Meat Free Monday Movement

The movement to skip meat once a week continues to grow as more and more people are finding innovative ways to make meatless dishes part of their everyday culture, customs and cuisine.
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Sign up for a Leave No Trace event

Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics educates people about their impact on nature and how to protect the environment while enjoying outdoor activities
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Calculate your diet's carbon footprint

Try out BBC's Climate change food calculator to find our what your diet's carbon footprint and how your meals impact climate change.
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Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage

Our Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage provides a space for the climate and environmental communities to connect with the public, meet and learn from one another, and bring new people into the movement.
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Listen to BBC Costing The Earth Podcast

Fresh ideas from the sharpest minds working toward a cleaner, greener planet
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Good on You (lifestyle app)

Good On You is your trusted source of sustainability ratings for fashion. The Good On You app gives you the power to easily check the impact of your favourite fashion brands on the issues you care about.
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Live webcams of Natural Phenomenons

Explore is a multimedia organization that documents leaders around the world who have devoted their lives to extraordinary causes. Both educational and inspirational, explore creates a portal into the soul of humanity by championing the selfless acts of others.
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Plant a Tree with One Tree Planted

One Tree Planted is a non-profit organization that allows individuals to plant trees for $1 each, helping to reforest areas affected by wildfires, deforestation, and other environmental disasters.
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Donate, Fundraise or Shop to protect chimpanzees and conserve the natural world

The Jane Goodall Institute empowers individuals to take action through community-centered conservation projects, environmental education, and advocacy efforts to protect wildlife and their habitats.
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Listen to BBC Earth Podcast

Each week the BBC Earth podcast brings you entertainment, humour, an abundance of amazing animal stories and unbelievable unheard sounds. Explore the world of animals with superpowers, deep dive into death, hear from heroes passionately protecting the planet and get expert insights into corners of the natural world you’ve never explored before.
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