The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to tackle a legal challenge to the Biden administration’s ambitious “good neighbor plan,” designed to combat air pollution that traverses state lines. This decision follows the filing of emergency applications by Republican-led states, including Ohio, Indiana, and West Virginia, as well as various industries [...]
In a bid to rescue the endangered spotted owl from extinction, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is proposing a controversial strategy – the lethal removal of hundreds of thousands of barred owls. This drastic measure, aimed at correcting the imbalance caused by the non-native barred owl’s intrusion into [...]
Belize, a Central American jewel adorned with pristine rainforests, is making strides in environmental conservation. In a recent collaboration with the Center for Responsible Forest Management (CfRN), the country is reinforcing its commitment to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the REDD+ framework. Belize’s Rich Rainforest [...]
Deforestation stands as a formidable adversary in the battle against climate change, demanding urgent and effective solutions. The REDD+ mechanism, designed to reduce emissions from deforestation and forest degradation, plays a pivotal role in achieving the ambitious goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. However, recent controversies surrounding the legitimacy [...]
Belize, in its unwavering commitment to forest conservation, actively sought assistance from the Coalition for Rainforest Nations (CfRN) in July. The primary objective was to bolster ongoing initiatives aimed at updating forest mapping and activity data for its second Forest Reference Emissions Level (FREL). This collaborative effort underscores Belize’s dedication [...]
In the vast expanse of Australia, where the beauty of its diverse landscapes converges with the growing urgency to safeguard its unique ecosystems, the clarion call for environmental protection resonates louder than ever. The State of Environment Report 2021 paints a stark picture of the challenges facing the continent, compelling [...]
In March 2022, the world collectively acknowledged the escalating threat of plastic pollution, prompting 175 countries to commit to drafting a comprehensive global treaty. After a year and a half of anticipation, the “zero draft” of this pivotal agreement has surfaced, presenting a detailed roadmap to address the plastic pollution [...]
In the heart of California’s Central Valley, where the struggles of a working-class town intersect with environmental challenges, a transformative initiative is shaping the perspectives and futures of high school students. Porterville, often overshadowed by its industrial landscape and adverse climate conditions, is becoming a hub for the next generation [...]
In the vast expanse of rural West Texas lies a tale of struggle, resilience, and hope a narrative woven around the essential yet often overlooked element of life: water. The arid landscapes and unincorporated communities south of the Texas Panhandle are grappling with a water crisis that has spanned generations, [...]
In the increasingly urgent battle against climate change, innovative solutions are emerging, challenging conventional thinking. Rewind, a startup led by visionary Ram Amar, has proposed a bold approach to carbon sequestration that, at first glance, may seem unconventional but holds significant promise. By leveraging the depths of the Black Sea, [...]
