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Disability and climate justice: How to create a more inclusive movement
SOAS explores the intersection of disability justice and climate justice, highlighting how those with disabilities are disproportionately affected by climate change and emphasizing the need for a more inclusive climate movement that centers the voices and experiences of disabled individuals.
The creeping threat of the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt
The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt, a massive seaweed bloom in the Atlantic Ocean, has been growing rapidly and is now visible from space. The bloom is caused by rising sea temperatures and nutrient pollution and can have negative impacts on marine life and coastal communities
How Health Systems Are Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change
The article discusses how health systems worldwide are responding to the challenge of climate change, implementing environmentally sustainable practices and engaging in advocacy efforts to mitigate the negative health impacts of climate change.
IS CLEAN ENERGY THE ANSWER TO JOB GROWTH?
The advancement of clean energy initiatives in addition to the growing decline of fossil fuel jobs marks a tipping point in global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reach the objective of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Climate Literacy with NASA
Learn the 2023 realities of Climate Change Crisis
The Oceanic Fallout of Deep-Sea Mining
What happens in the deep sea doesn’t stay in the deep sea.
To Protect the Ocean, Refinance Your Debt
How “blue bonds” turn national debt into funds for marine conservation.
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.
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.
The spiralling environmental cost of our lithium battery addiction
As the world scrambles to replace fossil fuels with clean energy, the environmental impact of finding all the lithium required could become a major issue in its own right
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The hidden world of animal senses: Ed Yong
To understand the limits of human senses, look to the wild world of animal cognition
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
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.
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?
The End of Oil, Explained
Despite the significant progress brought by oil, it also caused massive inequalities. With the increasing global temperature, why is it challenging to shift away from fossil fuels and can we make the transition before it's too late?
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
Not On Our Soil - A Climate Justice Reality: Feature Film
In South Africa, people face severe climate and environmental injustices, but with knowledge of their rights and democracy, they have the power to engage with elected officials and advocate for a fair transition to a sustainable society. The video features stories of citizens advocating for a better world
The Intersectional History of Environmentalism
This initiative sheds light on the often-ignored and erased histories of Black, Indigenous, and people of color in the environmental movement. Through the video, the organization showcases their vital contributions and encourages a reclamation of relationships with nature, while amplifying initiatives for a just and equitable future
One Earth Film Festival 2023
Virtual Film Festival hosted by by One Earth Film Festival and the City of Chicago to celebrate Earth Day
Importance of wetlands and coastal ecosystem
The dire effects of climate change on one of the important factors- wetlands that keep the ecosystem in balance. How and why wetlands are important
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21 Herbs and Spices You Should ALWAYS Grow
In this video, I give you my best 21 herbs and spices that I recommend you should always grow in your home garden.
Turning an Old T-Shirt into a Handy Tote Bag (Sewing required)
Today I have used an old t-shirt to create a very handy tote bag! These are mostly used as reusable shopping bags, but can be used for just about anything!
2-Minutes Practical Tips for Starting a Balcony Herb Garden
If you’re a beginner plant grower and want to grow flavorful herbs in your balcony, these quick 2-Minutes Practical Tips for Starting a Balcony Herb Garden will help you a lot.
Sign Petitions with Sierra Club to fight the Climate Crisis
Sierra Club offers various petitions for environmental issues. People can sign petitions on different issues like climate, land conservation, and air quality, and take action for environmental protection.
How to make a mini compost bin!
Have you ever wondered how compost works or how to make your own? In this video we find out how composting breaks down our food waste using a thermal imaging camera AND we have a go at making our own mini compost bin out of recycled materials!
Explore the 44 ways you can take action with Ocean Wise
Ocean Wise Conservation Association provides various ways to take action to protect oceans like reducing single-use plastics, supporting sustainable seafood, and participating in shoreline cleanups.
Adopt a Symbolic Species with WWF
Support WWF's global efforts to protect wild animals and their habitats and choose from kits with plush and more.
Listen to Future Ecologies Podcast
Made for audiophiles and nature lovers alike, every episode is an invitation to see your world in a new light – set to original music & immersive soundscapes, and weaving together interviews with expert knowledge holders.
Freerice (game)
Freerice is an educational trivia game that helps you get smarter while making a difference for people around the world. Every question you answer correctly raises 10 grains of rice for the World Food Programme (WFP) to support its work saving and changing lives around the world.
The Last Generation (2018) - an interactive digital experience
With The GroundTruth Project, an interactive exploration of climate change as seen through the eyes of three children living in the Marshall Islands, a nation threatened by rising seas.
