newrepublic.com
06 July 2020
The people killed the pipelines
The Dakota Access and Atlantic Coast pipelines fell because community members fought for their right to a safe, pollutant-free home.
Seasonal migration and low resident voter presence in Nepal’s Sagarmatha region mean election campaigns concentrate on infrastructure rather than climate adaptation, leaving long-term environmental resilience underprioritized.
On Feb. 26, Dr. Leo Trasande and Rosemary Ahtuangaruak will explore the deep interconnections between plastics, health, and climate change, with a specific focus on the Arctic. Sponsored by CHE-Alaska.
One facility has emitted cancer-causing chemicals into waterways at levels up to 520% higher than legal limits.
“They're terrorizing these scientists because they want to keep them silent.”
"The reality is, we are not exposed to one chemical at a time.”
A new report assesses the administration’s progress and makes new recommendations
“We cannot stand by and allow this to happen. We need to hold this administration accountable.”
“The chemical black box” that blankets wildfire-impacted areas is increasingly under scrutiny.