Things to read

Food security in a world of overshoot

The article explores the links between food security and ecological overshoot, and highlights the ongoing food security challenges.
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Food Waste Recycling: 7 Steps for Easy Home Composting

"Green That Life" provides tips on reducing food waste, composting, and recycling, with the aim to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable living at home.
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Reframe the Way You Think About Natural Disasters in 2023

The fight to make climate education more accessible is inextricably linked with the way we discuss climate change and justice. Earth Day encourages everyone to engage in dialogue carefully and intentionally. Instead of falling back on “natural,” consider these events through a multidimensional lens in order to adequately recognize and analyze all environmental, sociodemographic, and governmental factors.
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Can Species Have ‘Agency’ in Their Own Conservation?

New research suggests understanding species’ social learning and adaptive strategies can make them partners in their salvation.
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Bye-bye dark sky: is light pollution costing us more than just the night-time?

Humans, birds and several other animals are finding it increasingly challenging to experience night-time uninterrupted by artificial light, while some creatures are handling the change better than others.
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Good News Stories from around the world in 2022

This article highlights positive environmental news from around the world in 2022, including renewable energy advancements, conservation successes, and political actions supporting climate action.
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Loss and Damage: Why climate reparations are top of the agenda at COP27

The COP27 conference discusses climate reparations as one of the biggest issues facing the world today. These reparations aim to address historical inequalities and assist those most affected by climate change.
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How to include Indigenous communities in climate action

The article discusses the importance of including Indigenous communities in climate action and offers recommendations on how to collaborate effectively, acknowledging their unique perspectives and knowledge.
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Black History Month: Racial and Environmental Justice

Greenpeace USA's Black History Month highlights the intersectionality of racial and environmental justice issues, recognizing Black activists and leaders who have fought for environmental justice.
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Carbon Footprint of Lithium-Ion Battery Production (vs Gasoline, Lead-Acid)

Due to their effects on the environment, it is important that you learn about the carbon footprint of the lithium-ion batteries used in your electric vehicle (EV), phone, and tablet.
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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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