Extreme Heat Signals Need for Inclusive Climate Action Rising Temperatures Take Disproportionate Toll on People with Disabilities, Older People As the Northern Hemisphere experiences another surge in extreme heat, questions arise regarding the impact of climate change on vulnerable populations. Recent investigations by Human Rights Watch have shed light on […]
Category: Economic Justice and Rights
Green Activism Under Siege: France Dissolves Environmental Group
French Government Dissolves Environmental Group, Chilling Effect on Right to Free Expression French Government’s Disproportionate Action The recent decision of the French government to dissolve Collectif Les Soulèvements de la Terre (The Earth Uprisings Collective), an environmental group, is being criticized by Human Rights Watch as a violation of France‘s […]
The Global Commitment to Safeguard Our Oceans: UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted
UN Ocean Treaty Formally Adopted A Powerful Legal Tool to Protect the Oceans In a historic move, the UN Ocean Treaty has been formally adopted in New York, marking a significant step towards safeguarding our oceans. The treaty, which aims to protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans by […]
The Path to a Global Ocean Treaty: Reflecting on Progress and Future Steps
Greenpeace and the Global Ocean Treaty: A Historic Victory for Nature The Fight for Ocean Protection Greenpeace, a prominent international environmental organization, has played a crucial role in the long-awaited Global Ocean Treaty. This treaty, aimed at protecting marine biodiversity and establishing marine protected areas, is a significant step towards […]
Climate Change Imperils Global Security: A Call for Cooperation
Greenpeace: A heating world can’t afford a cold war Introduction In a world grappling with the existential threats of climate change and escalating conflicts, the growing number of nuclear weapons is a cause for concern. With 3,844 nuclear warheads deployed worldwide and thousands more waiting to be used, the risk […]
Editorial Exploration: Examining the need to prioritize the protection of vulnerable populations in Bangladesh during the monsoon season. Title: Safeguarding the Most Vulnerable: Ensuring Protection During Monsoon Season in Bangladesh
Vulnerable Populations at Risk During Monsoon Season in Bangladesh Introduction In recent years, Bangladesh has faced severe challenges during its monsoon season, with unprecedented flooding causing loss of lives and livelihoods. While climate change is expected to contribute to more frequent and intense extreme weather events, it is crucial to […]
The Power of Youth: How Creative Solutions are Transforming Attitudes towards Climate Change
The Creativity of Youth is Changing Mindsets on Climate Change Climate change and biodiversity crises are a global concern. Despite the daunting environmental challenges, young people today are not intimidated by them. Instead, they are moving with the times and using their creativity and modern technologies to tackle these problems. […]
Interview with Adja, a fish smoker from Sanyang: A local perspective on environmental issues and sustainable practices.
Fishermen in Sanyang Struggle with Sustainability and Environmental Issues Local Perspectives on the Challenges Facing the Fishing Industry The small coastal town of Sanyang in Gambia depends on fishing as its primary source of income and sustenance. Recently, the fishermen in Sanyang have been struggling with issues related to sustainability […]
The Oversight of Fossil Fuels in the Plastic Treaty Negotiations
Role of Fossil Fuels Absent at Plastics Treaty Negotiations Overview Despite the conclusion of the second round of United Nations Environment Programme’s plastics treaty negotiations in Paris last week with a mandate for a “zero draft” of the treaty to be prepared by the negotiating committee’s chair prior to this […]
Climate Emergency in Pictures: A Year’s Worth of Photos that Define the Crisis.
Climate Emergencies Across the Globe: A Reminder on World Environment Day June 5th is celebrated as World Environment Day. On this day, we acknowledge our responsibility to protect the Earth and its natural resources for future generations. However, the reality is that our planet is facing a severe crisis due […]