Tag: Climate change activism
Unpacking the Radicalism of Climate Activists: A Podcast Exploration
In the chaotic scene that unfolded at London's National Gallery in October 2022, two protesters from the group Just Stop Oil made headlines by throwing tomato soup at Vincent van Gogh's renowned "Sunflowers" painting....
Navigating the Tax Status Battle: Climate Non-Profits Prepare for Conflict with Trump
Non-Profit Organizations Brace for Possible Tax Exemption RevocationU.S. non-profit organizations focusing on climate change are gearing up to defend against a potential move by the Trump administration to revoke their tax exemptions. Rumors have...
Peru Farmer Sues German Energy Company for Emissions in Court
Peruvian Farmer Takes on German Energy Giant in Landmark Climate LawsuitIn a David vs. Goliath battle, Peruvian mountain farmer and guide Saúl Luciano Lliuya faces off against major German energy company RWE in the...
Improving Hollywood’s Climate Representation for Oscars Success
At this year's Oscars, climate change took center stage not just on the red carpet, but also in the nominated movies. Anna Jane Joyner, the founder of Good Energy, a nonprofit dedicated to incorporating...
Activists Mobilize Against Drilling: Colorado Oil and Gas Operators React
Colorado Activists Rally Against Drilling: Oil and Gas Operators RespondA recent decision by Colorado state regulators has sparked a wave of activism from Denver-area groups opposed to oil and gas drilling near their suburban...
Environmentalists Warn Japan PM Ahead of Trump Summit: Climate Action Needed
Environmentalists Urge Japan's Prime Minister to Prioritize Climate Action Ahead of Trump SummitAs Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba prepares to meet with President Donald Trump in Washington, environmentalists are sending a strong message: prioritize...
Decades of Advocacy: Saving Money, Fighting Climate Change
Decades of Dedication: The Impact of Energy Conservation in the U.S.For over a decade, U.S. electricity consumption remained relatively stable, despite significant economic growth. This remarkable phenomenon was largely attributed to federal and state...
Transitioning from Climate Doom to Hope with Humor
Transitioning from Climate Doom to Hope with HumorIn the realm of climate change advocacy, the typical narrative often weaves a somber tale of impending doom, filled with hurricanes, droughts, and heat waves. However, a...
The Pope’s Influence on Notre Dame’s Decarbonization Efforts vs. Alabama Coal Investment
Notre Dame's Decarbonization EffortsIn a bid to combat climate change, the University of Notre Dame, a prestigious Catholic institution, embarked on a journey towards decarbonization following a powerful call to action from Pope Francis...
Indigenous Heavy Metal: Confronting Colonialism and Climate Change
Indigenous Heavy Metal: Confronting Colonialism and Climate ChangeThe heavy metal scene has always been a place of solace for fans like me, with its loud music and chaotic energy. As the lights dim and...
