Medicine residue is everywhere in our rivers and lakes—and fish are behaving strangely
By Daniel Ross Author Bio: Daniel Ross is a contributor to the Observatory. His work has appeared in Truthout, the Guardian, FairWarning, Newsweek, YES! Magazine, Salon, AlterNet, Vice and a number of other publications. He is based in Los Angeles. Follow him…
How to fix our food system
Earth | Food | Life explores the critical and often interconnected issues facing the climate/environment, food/agriculture and animal/nature rights. E | F | L champions action—how people can help put society on an ethical path of sustainability that respects the rights of all species who call this planet home.
Is wastewater an answer for adapting to Climate Change?
By Frederick Clayton Author Bio: Frederick Clayton is an investigative journalist with the Center for Collaborative Investigative Journalism focusing on environmental themes, specifically water and sanitation issues worldwide. He is a contributor to the Observatory. Credit Line: This article was produced by Earth | Food |…
Wildfires aren’t just a threat to people—they’re killing off Earth’s biodiversity
Cataclysmic wildfires have increased in intensity and frequency due to climate change.
José Seoane: The Eco collapse we were warned about has begun
By José Seoane Author Bio: This article was produced by Globetrotter. José Seoane is a professor and researcher at the Faculty of Social Sciences (FCSoc) at the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), where he is a member of the Latin American and…
Style Update: Explore the top reasons to wear vintage T-shirts and shirts
During the past few years, we have been witnessing the comeback of vintage fashion. It has regained center stage. According to Instagram, we have seen numerous celebrities taking immense pride in exploring the archives and flaunting some iconic vintage outfits. Many…
The World’s Coffee Shops Have Emerged as Plant Milk’s Front Line
Milk made from plants is entering the public consciousness (and stomachs) in coffee shops across the globe. By Mikhala Kaseweter From: Independent Media Institute While plant-based milk has been around for centuries, the market is undergoing a modern-day surge. The industry has…
Humanity’s secret war against the Environment, Ourselves, and our Children
Inequitable family planning and illogical pro-growth policies are taking away every child’s right to a fair start in life. There is a conflict between ecocentric people struggling for freedom, and anthropocentric people threatening that freedom. This conflict, which happens beneath…
Why the Climate Justice March in South Korea could be a game changer for the Environment
By Alice S. Kim Source: Globetrotter On September 24, 2022, more than 30,000 people occupied the main roads of downtown Seoul, South Korea, for the nation’s largest climate justice march. The sheer turnout of people from all walks of life and the…
The Meat Industry has created a false Dichotomy that pits people against animals
Factory farms are harmful to animals, the environment, local communities, and public health. We need a more logical and just food system. By Vicky Bond Author Bio: Vicky Bond is a veterinary surgeon, animal welfare scientist, and the president of…
