ELENA NOVAK “Many people recognize nonprofit work as a way to make a difference, or to work with a team of people whose values align with their…… Read more “Nonprofits Need to Practice What They Preach”
Month: November 2022
How California Can Better Serve Homeless Students
Schools are federally mandated to provide extra support to students experiencing homelessness, but many students—particularly those of color—continue to fall through the cracks in California. BY CLAUDIA BOYD-BARRETT Yenni…… Read more “How California Can Better Serve Homeless Students”
Loss and damage: Who is responsible when climate change harms the world’s poorest countries?
Extreme flooding in Pakistan in 2022 affected 33 million people. Akram Shahid/AFP via Getty Images Bethany Tietjen, Tufts University You may be hearing the phrase “loss and…… Read more “Loss and damage: Who is responsible when climate change harms the world’s poorest countries?”
5 ways for Canada to tackle Chinese interference after the Trudeau-Xi showdown
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Chinese President Xi Jinping participate in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Bangkok on Nov. 18, 2022, three days after their…… Read more “5 ways for Canada to tackle Chinese interference after the Trudeau-Xi showdown”
Composting in Detroit Gets a Boost From the Philippines
Organizers formed a long-distance partnership to bring composting to their community. Jena BrookerX October 12, 2022 Published in: Yes! Magazine •Next City •The New Humanitarian •Planet Detroit •Bridge Detroit On a…… Read more “Composting in Detroit Gets a Boost From the Philippines”
What Nigeria Can Teach Us About China’s Belt and Road
Each country must exercise agency to fully capture the benefits of the BRI. So far, Nigeria hasn’t. By Tola Amusan China’s presence in Africa has sparked widespread debate…… Read more “What Nigeria Can Teach Us About China’s Belt and Road”
Greece: Energy companies must give up 90 percent of their extra profits to cover electricity costs for citizens
by Kontrast.at Energy and power companies are among the biggest beneficiaries of the current crisis. Bills are skyrocketing for the population, while energy suppliers are making billions…… Read more “Greece: Energy companies must give up 90 percent of their extra profits to cover electricity costs for citizens”
Going Beyond Charity: How Businesses Can Achieve Permanent Sustainability
BY MARJORIE KELLY Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, his spouse and two adult children announced that they will be giving away the ownership of their company which is…… Read more “Going Beyond Charity: How Businesses Can Achieve Permanent Sustainability”
Young Farmers Can Help the US Meet Its Climate Goals. Is Washington Listening?
A new survey shows that 86% of US farmers under 40 practice regenerative agriculture. But many — especially farmers of color — struggle to access land and…… Read more “Young Farmers Can Help the US Meet Its Climate Goals. Is Washington Listening?”
Fast Fashion Is an Environmental Catastrophe. Is Composting Your Clothes the Solution?
A slate of brands are marketing clothing that they say can break down in your backyard. Bridget ShirvellX October 7, 2022 Published in: Fast Company •Discover Magazine When…… Read more “Fast Fashion Is an Environmental Catastrophe. Is Composting Your Clothes the Solution?”
Light pollution policy: don’t forget the birds
Shanghai’s environmental regulations now cover light, but scientific measures to reduce its impact on migratory birds and other wildlife are still needed The central Shanghai district of…… Read more “Light pollution policy: don’t forget the birds”
Adapting China to extreme weather
Climate adaptation of industry and infrastructure is a matter of national concern after extreme weather battered China’s manufacturing centres this summer <img src="https://cdn.chinadialogue.net/content/uploads/2022/10/19093902/Beijiang-Park-partially-flooded_Alamy_2JDMXP1-scaled.jpg" alt="A park flooded by…… Read more “Adapting China to extreme weather”