Tom Lawson

Tom Lawson is a freelance journalist and assistant editor for Positive News UK.

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Environment & Health

Global Opposition Is Mounting Against the Latest Environmental Abuse – Deep Sea Mining

The world’s first-ever commercial deep sea mining project is due to start in under two years.

by: Tom Lawson,; Occupy.com

December 29, 2015

Reversing the Tide: Cities and Countries Are Rebelling Against Water Privatization, and Winning

More and more communities and governments are choosing to resist and reverse private water contracts.

by: Tom Lawson,; Occupy.com

September 25, 2015

Environment & Health

On Rooftops of Paris, Expect Green Roofs and Solar Panels

A new French law requires renewable energy or plants on all new commercial buildings.

by: Tom Lawson,; YES! Magazine

August 21, 2015

Corporate Tribunals Pose Biggest Hurdle to Europe’s Vote on Transatlantic Trade Pact

Investor state dispute settlements allow corporations to sue if legislation negatively impacts profit.

by: Tom Lawson,; Occupy.com

August 3, 2015

Economy & Labor

UK Is Privatizing Aid to the Developing World as Corporations Seek Their Cut

Several cases have come to light questioning whether aid is helping the people or big business.

by: Tom Lawson,; Occupy.com

July 23, 2015