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As Antarctic Melting Accelerates, Worst-Case Scenarios May Come True
Scientists say seas may rise over eight feet by 2100.
The Futility of “Big Green” Activism: A Conversation With Tim DeChristopher
A change in strategy is needed.
Nations Won’t Reach Paris Climate Goal Without Protecting Wildlife and Nature, Warns Report
Humans are causing the planet to lose species at a rapid clip.
Thanks to Climate Disruption, Earth Is Already Losing Critical Biosphere Components
But in the Trump administration, it's business as usual.
Ecuador Grants Open-Pit Mining Permits in One of the World’s Most Biodiverse Areas
A pristine ecology is under threat.
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Key Assessment of Climate Threats, Cyberwar and Terrorism Goes “Missing” Under Trump
Facts about real threats are suppressed once again.
Countries Seek to Export Nuclear Energy Projects to Keep Industry Alive
Crackdowns on anti-nuclear activists have intensified.
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The US Is Poised to Become World’s Top Fossil Fuel Producer
Fracking and new pipelines threaten sensitive ecosystems.
California Court Blocks State Agriculture Department From Spraying Pesticides
The agency failed to adequately review impacts or provide proper notice of pesticide use.
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Dahr Jamail | Cape Town Is About to Run Out of Water Because of Climate Disruption, but Some Are Hoping to Profit From It
Government policies are favoring water privatization.