In the face of the climate emergency, officials in Los Angeles are working on policies to stop the construction of new gas stations. Being the second-largest city in America, LA could become the largest city in the world to prohibit new fossil fuel infrastructure. “We are … [Read more...] about LA may ban the construction of new gas stations
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Pinterest tightens policy on fake news with climate misinformation ban
The popular image-focused social networking platform Pinterest is promising to do its part in the fight against fake news by blocking all content that denies, twists, or in any way spreads misinformation about the climate crisis. As reported by The Guardian, Pinterest’s new … [Read more...] about Pinterest tightens policy on fake news with climate misinformation ban
Globally, demonstrators gathered for the biggest scientist-led protest ever
Occasionally, drastic measures are essential to mobilize a population toward necessary progress. Civil disobedience is a proven method of affecting change, and when those disobeying are all experts in a field, we can bet that what they're saying is worth listening to. On … [Read more...] about Globally, demonstrators gathered for the biggest scientist-led protest ever
Medical students demand better climate change education
Thanks to the continued efforts of the students at Emory Medical School, the school’s administration is making a revolutionary change to include climate change as a formal part of its curriculum. The climate crisis isn’t just affecting the weather. While the more glaring … [Read more...] about Medical students demand better climate change education
These Lego Rebels are taking a stance against the climate crisis
We’ve previously written about Lego’s efforts to lead the toy-making industry towards sustainability. But the toy company is not only making play-time for kids — and adults — more eco-friendly with plant-based building blocks. It turns out its toy bricks are also helping raise … [Read more...] about These Lego Rebels are taking a stance against the climate crisis