Environment
Kayaktivists in Seattle blockade Shell’s Alaska-bound oil rig
June 15, 2015"Shell wants to haul its Arctic destroyer to Alaska as soon as possible, but these courageous individuals are saying, 'Shell No.' "
Read moreLeo Gerard: Fast Track wrong for workers and environment
June 11, 2015"Leaders from environmental, labor, civic, and faith groups agree: Fast Track is a bad deal for our climate and our communities."
Read moreProtests against Peru’s Tia Maria Mine bolstered by international solidarity
June 11, 2015What does it take to stop a threatening transnational corporate giant? The people of Arequipa, Peru have an answer.
Read moreMaryland bans fracking, coinciding with new EPA report
June 10, 2015In terms of victories for the environment, this one is something of a sleeper hit, with momentum now starting to build as environmental groups celebrate another triumph over dangerous natural gas drilling.
Read moreToday in history: World Oceans Day!
June 8, 2015It is recognized by an increasing number of countries as an opportunity to celebrate our world ocean and our personal connection to the sea.
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