Tag Archives: ClimateAction

[ad_1] It’s #EarthDay50 on April 22nd. At a time when we can’t be together in person, we can show up for each other virtually and say #TogetherWeCan build a better future. Join @earthdayinitiative for the global call for climate action, together we can stop climate change, stand up for science, …

[ad_1] Indigenous peoples are at risk of being wiped out by the coronavirus, community leaders have warned, as they battle the pandemic with meagre resources in the void of government support. Community leaders, in the Amazon Basin and Indonesia, are being forced to employ ad-hoc strategies to protect people in …

[ad_1] Nine children aged between seven and 14 who live in the contaminated lands of Sucumbios in the Ecuadorian Amazon have taken their government to court in a landmark case which is awaiting resolution after the lockdown.   The state owned Petro Amazonas and the Ministry of the Environment are on the receiving end of the action with the …

[ad_1] RSVP for the Spring 2020 Earth Institute Research Showcase by Sydney Proffitt |April 9, 2020 On Friday, April 10, the Earth Institute will host its annual Student Research Showcase. This event highlights current undergraduate, graduate, and PhD students who are conducting research on environmental issues and sustainable development. This …

[ad_1] After three months of investor discussions, Barclays has announced its ambition to be a net zero bank by 2050. At its upcoming annual general meeting, the bank recommends its shareholders vote in favour of a special climate resolution which contains commitments to align its financing activities with the Paris …

[ad_1] News on climate in the time of coronavirus Subscribe today New York City is the epicenter of the country’s COVID-19 outbreak — and perhaps nowhere is that outbreak more dangerous than in the city’s most notorious jail complex: Rikers Island. As of Tuesday morning, across the city 287 inmates …

[ad_1] EWG Challenges GM, Fiat Chrysler and Toyota To Reject Rollback of MPG Standards WASHINGTON – When the economy recovers and Americans go car shopping, they should shun automakers that broke their promises by supporting President Trump’s gutting of air pollution rules, the Environmental Working Group wrote today in an open …

[ad_1] With Easter right around the corner and many activities canceled because of COVID-19, there’s no better time to roll up your sleeves and have a fun afternoon dying eggs with the family (or with roommates or alone!). It’s not safe to make a trip to the store just for …

[ad_1] According to latest figures from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) renewable energy accounted for nearly three-quarters of global power capacity additions last year, half of which was switched on in Asia. According to Irena’s Renewable Capacity Statistics 2020, the wind, solar, hydropower, bioenergy, geothermal and off-grid energy sectors …

[ad_1] Earth Day turns 50 this April 22 and it’s theme is Climate Action #EarthDay50. I’ve partnered up with @earthdayinitiative to tell you about the virtual kick off event on Sunday, April 19 to launch a week of climate conversation for Earth Week. More details on www.earthdayinitiative.org – I’m committed …