environment

By Dave Rollo

The transition to a steady state economy—in which humans, their operations, and their artifacts are nested harmoniously within the economy of nature—is fundamentally about reconciling human needs with the needs of nature. Leaving space for habitat and the functioning of natural systems is critical to our survival and  the survival of myriad other organisms.

Natural and traditional agricultural ecosystems are autotrophic (‘self-feeding’), meaning they are capable of regenerating resources and assimilating wastes.

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Residents say a hazardous waste incinerator’s emissions violate their new constitutional right to a “healthful environment.”

The post New Yorkers Voted to Put Environmental Rights in Their Constitution — but the Attorney General Is Fighting Back appeared first on The Intercept.

Violent gangsterism and illegal operations dominate sand mining in the global south.

The post Sand Mafias Battle for the New Gold appeared first on Nautilus.

The Prime Minister's flimsy new government programme suggests he leads a Government that is fresh out of ideas

New polling shows the Conservatives are set to lose big to Sadiq Khan in next year's London mayoral election, despite Sunak's attempts to weaponise, anti-green, anti-ULEZ votes

The global warming problem seems increasingly insoluble. The past record shows growing gaps between ambition and achievement, decreasing time in which to act, and governments, including Australia’s, stubbornly sticking to policies that have failed to stop emissions growth. Clues to the reasons behind this can be found in the Treasurer’s address to the Economic and Continue reading »

The petrochemical industry is lobbying for “advanced recycling” as a solution to plastic pollution, but a new report reveals a troubling track record at U.S. facilities.

The post Unproven “Advanced Recycling” Facilities Have Received Millions in Public Subsidies appeared first on The Intercept.

How warming oceans could deplete nutrition for millions in the tropics.

The post No Fish, No Food appeared first on Nautilus.

It was meant to be a disaster, but the doomsayers appear to be in retreat.

Dr Gail Bradbrook had been threatened with contempt of court for giving her motivations for direct action. She carried on through over a dozen interruptions.