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New York City

Brian Ketcham, Automotive Engineer Who Subverted Car Culture, 85 - Streetsblog New York City

Brian Ketcham championed sustainable transit solutions over car-centric developments, leaving a lasting impact on urban transportation advocacy. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

20 hours ago

Canada news

Ford government eyes new restrictions on bike lanes | CBC News

Ontario government may propose legislation hindering bike lane installation when removing vehicle lanes, sparking concerns among cycling and environmental advocates. [ more ]

Streetsblog

New York City

Brian Ketcham, Automotive Engineer Who Subverted Car Culture, 85 - Streetsblog New York City

Brian Ketcham championed sustainable transit solutions over car-centric developments, leaving a lasting impact on urban transportation advocacy. [ more ]

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#sustainability

www.nytimes.com

2 days ago

Digital life

Tyson Faces Lawsuit Over Labeling of Climate-Smart' Beef

Tyson Foods faces a lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers about its climate efforts, specifically claims on greenhouse gas emissions and net-zero goals. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Natural History Museum plans revamp to become climate catalyst for change'

The Natural History Museum is transforming to actively address climate change and inspire visitor advocacy.

Renovations will enhance the museum's role as a catalyst for environmental change. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

2 days ago

Digital life

Tyson Faces Lawsuit Over Labeling of Climate-Smart' Beef

Tyson Foods faces a lawsuit for allegedly misleading consumers about its climate efforts, specifically claims on greenhouse gas emissions and net-zero goals. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

Natural History Museum plans revamp to become climate catalyst for change'

The Natural History Museum is transforming to actively address climate change and inspire visitor advocacy.

Renovations will enhance the museum's role as a catalyst for environmental change. [ more ]

moresustainability

#robert-f-kennedy-jr

ABC7 San Francisco

3 days ago

San Francisco

NOAA investigating RFK Jr. after allegedly driving severed whale head across state lines

NOAA is investigating Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over a decades-old incident involving a dead whale's head amid calls for accountability. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

OMG science

Environmental group asks for RFK Jr. to be investigated for severed whale head

The Center for Biological Diversity is calling for an investigation into Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for allegedly decapitating a whale and transporting its head. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Left-wing politics

Once seen as an environmental crusader, RFK Jr. sheds green mantle with Trump endorsement

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has disappointed environmentalists by abandoning his green principles and supporting former President Trump, contradicting his previous advocacy for the environment. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

3 days ago

San Francisco

NOAA investigating RFK Jr. after allegedly driving severed whale head across state lines

NOAA is investigating Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over a decades-old incident involving a dead whale's head amid calls for accountability. [ more ]

ABC7 San Francisco

OMG science

Environmental group asks for RFK Jr. to be investigated for severed whale head

The Center for Biological Diversity is calling for an investigation into Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for allegedly decapitating a whale and transporting its head. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Left-wing politics

Once seen as an environmental crusader, RFK Jr. sheds green mantle with Trump endorsement

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has disappointed environmentalists by abandoning his green principles and supporting former President Trump, contradicting his previous advocacy for the environment. [ more ]

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#climate-change

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

G20 countries turning backs on fossil fuel pledge, say campaigners

G20 nations are potentially backsliding on the pledge to transition away from fossil fuels, raising concerns among campaigners. [ more ]

Fast Company

Left-wing politics

Here's where Harris and Trump stand on fracking and EVs

Harris and Trump represent opposing approaches to climate change and energy policy, highlighting the divide in American politics regarding environmental futures. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Tributes paid to Nicky Gavron, London clean air visionary and Ken Livingstone's deputy mayor

Nicky Gavron was a visionary advocate for London's air quality and urban planning, profoundly influencing city policy and development practices. [ more ]

High Country News

OMG science

Letters to the Editor, September 2024 - High Country News

Community advocacy continues for reforming the farm safety net amid intensifying climate crises, highlighting ongoing challenges despite recent funding successes. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Peter Dykstra, Pioneering CNN Climate Journalist, Dies at 67

Peter Dykstra's legacy as an environmental advocate was proven right as 2023 became one of the hottest years on record, endorsing the reality of climate change. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

6 months ago

Environment

Opinion | When We See the Climate More Clearly, What Will We Do?

MethaneSAT launched to track methane emissions globally.

Methane accounts for significant warming and can be addressed with relative ease and speed. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

OMG science

G20 countries turning backs on fossil fuel pledge, say campaigners

G20 nations are potentially backsliding on the pledge to transition away from fossil fuels, raising concerns among campaigners. [ more ]

Fast Company

Left-wing politics

Here's where Harris and Trump stand on fracking and EVs

Harris and Trump represent opposing approaches to climate change and energy policy, highlighting the divide in American politics regarding environmental futures. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Tributes paid to Nicky Gavron, London clean air visionary and Ken Livingstone's deputy mayor

Nicky Gavron was a visionary advocate for London's air quality and urban planning, profoundly influencing city policy and development practices. [ more ]

High Country News

OMG science

Letters to the Editor, September 2024 - High Country News

Community advocacy continues for reforming the farm safety net amid intensifying climate crises, highlighting ongoing challenges despite recent funding successes. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Peter Dykstra, Pioneering CNN Climate Journalist, Dies at 67

Peter Dykstra's legacy as an environmental advocate was proven right as 2023 became one of the hottest years on record, endorsing the reality of climate change. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

6 months ago

Environment

Opinion | When We See the Climate More Clearly, What Will We Do?

MethaneSAT launched to track methane emissions globally.

Methane accounts for significant warming and can be addressed with relative ease and speed. [ more ]

moreclimate-change

InsideHook

Privacy professionals

Did Humans Kill a Whale Accused of Espionage?

Hvaldimir, a beluga whale known for his unique harness, captured public attention and sparked discussions about animal welfare and potential espionage.

The controversial death of Hvaldimir highlights ongoing concerns about human impacts on wildlife, prompting investigations and calls for accountability. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

San Francisco

South Bay church members visit Peru on environmental mission

The mission focused on listening to Peruvian leaders and supporting their environmental solutions, not imposing external fixes. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC real estate

NYC's imperiled Elizabeth Street Garden hosts protest-themed Libertine NYFW show: 'Hoping it's not too late'

Libertine's New York Fashion Week show raised awareness for the preservation of the threatened Elizabeth Street Garden. [ more ]

Event

Urban Transformation & Community Safety: London's Journey Through Visionary Advocacy and Inclusive Infrastructure

#grants

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Women artists across US receive $308,000 to create environmental work

AWAW and NYFA awarded 19 women artists up to $20,000 each in grants for environmental advocacy projects, totaling $308,000. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

$308,000 given to 19 women artists in the US to create environmental work

AWAW and NYFA awarded 19 women artists grants for environmental advocacy projects, totaling $308,000, addressing both gender inequity and climate issues. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

Women artists across US receive $308,000 to create environmental work

AWAW and NYFA awarded 19 women artists up to $20,000 each in grants for environmental advocacy projects, totaling $308,000. [ more ]

The Art Newspaper - International art news and events

Design

$308,000 given to 19 women artists in the US to create environmental work

AWAW and NYFA awarded 19 women artists grants for environmental advocacy projects, totaling $308,000, addressing both gender inequity and climate issues. [ more ]

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www.nytimes.com

Business

Electricity From Coal Is Pricey. Should Consumers Have to Pay?

An economic argument against coal power plants is becoming more influential in pushing for their closure, focusing on the cost to consumers and the financial burden on utilities. [ more ]

Kqed

California

Major California Climate Bond Inches Closer To Ballot, But Hurdles Remain | KQED

The working group aims to prioritize water system infrastructure projects like desalination and flood control in the climate budget. [ more ]

#climate-crisis

www.theguardian.com

Business

Trump attends Houston lunch to ask oil bosses for more campaign cash

Donald Trump is soliciting campaign funds from fossil-fuel executives despite climate crisis and public disasters. [ more ]

The Nation

Environment

The Single Most Important Thing President Biden Can Do for the Climate Is Enforce an Immediate Cease-Fire in Gaza

Earth Day's evolution from a diversion to a vital environmental advocacy day

The importance of addressing the climate crisis as a priority uniting people, movements, and governments

Link between war, racism, and environmental injustice as key factors in the climate crisis [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Business

Trump attends Houston lunch to ask oil bosses for more campaign cash

Donald Trump is soliciting campaign funds from fossil-fuel executives despite climate crisis and public disasters. [ more ]

The Nation

Environment

The Single Most Important Thing President Biden Can Do for the Climate Is Enforce an Immediate Cease-Fire in Gaza

Earth Day's evolution from a diversion to a vital environmental advocacy day

The importance of addressing the climate crisis as a priority uniting people, movements, and governments

Link between war, racism, and environmental injustice as key factors in the climate crisis [ more ]

moreclimate-crisis

KALTBLUT Magazine

4 months ago

Design

Phoenix - KALTBLUT Magazine

The Phoenix symbolizes hope, renewal, and transformation in the enduring nature of life, depicted through photography and fashion collaboration. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

4 months ago

London politics

Sadiq Khan endorsed by Star Wars actor Mark Hamill in London mayoral election

Sadiq Khan endorsed by Mark Hamill for London Mayor election, praised for cleaning up the city's air. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

Tree-t yourself! Where to commemorate Earth Day in Brooklyn * Brooklyn Paper

Earth Day in Brooklyn is celebrated through community events like gardening and stewardship at local landmarks, highlighting environmental advocacy and engagement. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

As fish deaths increase at pumps, critics urge California agencies to improve protections

Pumping operations in California are causing significant harm to threatened and endangered fish species.

Environmental groups are pressing state and federal agencies to reduce pumping levels to protect fish populations. [ more ]

Truthout

6 months ago

Environment

Climate Lawsuits Against Fossil Fuel Industry Now Move Closer to Trial

Oil companies facing lawsuits over climate change deception

Supreme Court decisions allow state court cases against oil giants to proceed [ more ]

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www.nytimes.com

New York City

Albert K. Butzel, Lawyer and Protector of the Hudson, Dies at 85

Albert K. Butzel was known for his work as a lawyer in defeating public works projects that threatened the environment.

He successfully blocked the Westway landfill and highway project along the Hudson River and helped stop the plan to build a hydroelectric plant in Storm King Mountain. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Albert K. Butzel, Lawyer and Protector of the Hudson, Dies at 85

Albert K. Butzel was a lawyer who fought to protect the environment and benefited New York City subway riders and the Hudson River ecosystem.

He successfully blocked the Westway landfill and highway project and a plan for a hydroelectric plant in Storm King Mountain. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Albert K. Butzel, Lawyer and Protector of the Hudson, Dies at 85

Albert K. Butzel was known for his work as a lawyer in defeating public works projects that threatened the environment.

He successfully blocked the Westway landfill and highway project along the Hudson River and helped stop the plan to build a hydroelectric plant in Storm King Mountain. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Albert K. Butzel, Lawyer and Protector of the Hudson, Dies at 85

Albert K. Butzel was a lawyer who fought to protect the environment and benefited New York City subway riders and the Hudson River ecosystem.

He successfully blocked the Westway landfill and highway project and a plan for a hydroelectric plant in Storm King Mountain. [ more ]

morealbert-k-butzel

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Debby Lee Cohen, Who Helped Prune Plastic From Schools, Dies at 64

Debby Lee Cohen was an artist and activist who played with both monumental and miniature scale, notably leading a successful campaign to eliminate foam trays from NYC schools. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

2 months ago

OMG science

I saw firsthand just how much fracking destroys the earth | Rebecca Solnit

Don Schreiber transitioned from rancher to environmental advocate after experiencing the negative impacts of fracking on his land. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

2 months ago

California

Fossil fuel industry drops California ballot measure that aimed to undo drilling regulations

The California oil and gas industry withdraws a referendum seeking to remove drilling restrictions near homes and schools, after facing public resistance and lacking support. [ more ]

www.romfordrecorder.co.uk

2 months ago

London

More than 2,000 under-5s at Queen's Hospital with breathing problems in year - FOI

Over 2,000 children under five admitted to a hospital in Romford due to breathing problems, Mums for Lungs urges action to curb pollution in Havering. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle