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Want to go to the UN’s biggest gathering of Indigenous peoples? Here’s how. 

The UN has launched funding to support Indigenous peoples attending key meetings in New York and Geneva in 2026, highlighting their issues globally. This initiative is crucial for amplifying Indigenous voices in international discussions on rights...

The entire world was ready to reduce shipping emissions. Then Trump stepped in.

The first global carbon tax framework was delayed after the U.S. withdrew support, jeopardizing international climate efforts. This matters as shipping accounts for 3% of global emissions and needs regulation for a cleaner future.

Mosquitoes found in Iceland for first time as climate crisis warms country

Mosquitoes have been discovered in Iceland for the first time due to rising global temperatures, marking a significant ecological shift. This matters as it indicates the expanding range of disease-carrying species in previously inhospitable regions.

Buoyed by a retro revival, Kodak's dark environmental past is coming to light

Kodak has seen a resurgence in popularity with new products and a streetwear line, despite its troubled past of environmental pollution and military contracts. This matters as it highlights the contrast between corporate image and historical...

The shutdown is poised to deepen hunger in America — just as the Trump administration stopped tracking it

The federal government shutdown has entered its second week, jeopardizing food assistance for millions, particularly women and children. This matters as it exacerbates food insecurity at a time when tracking data is being eliminated.

From genocide to ecocide: After years of war, Gaza faces an environmental crisis ‘above imagination’

Israeli forces have killed over 60,000 Palestinians, causing widespread environmental destruction in Gaza. This situation matters as it exacerbates health crises and calls for international legal recognition of ecocide.

Small farmers are more squeezed than ever. A California grant program offers a lifeline.

Javier Zamora's organic farm expanded significantly thanks to a California grant program, which supports small farmers and enhances local food access. This initiative is crucial as federal funding cuts threaten agricultural sustainability.

FEMA has denied or not advanced most Kerr County aid applications after deadly July 4 flood

Only 22% of Kerr County flood victims have received FEMA aid, leaving many without support three months after the disaster. This highlights systemic issues in disaster response and recovery efforts.

Why Trump’s purge of ‘negative’ national park signs includes climate change

National parks have begun removing signs about climate change and historical injustices due to a directive from President Trump. This matters as it obscures critical environmental information and undermines public awareness of climate issues.

The strategy behind Trump's climate catchphrase, the 'Green New Scam'

Donald Trump introduced the term 'Green New Scam' during a campaign rally, aiming to discredit climate policies. This rhetoric matters as it reflects a broader strategy to reshape public perception of climate change.

America’s biggest offshore wind farm will be online in 6 months

Turbine components for the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project have arrived, enabling the largest offshore wind farm in the U.S. to begin power generation by March 2024, crucial for meeting rising energy demands.

As data centers upend electric grids, the largest operator in the US is facing down a revolt from state officials

Governors from 11 PJM states are pushing for more control over energy decisions due to rising electricity costs. This matters as it could reshape energy management and pricing for millions.