Good News for the Environment

Happy news about dogs doing good for people and the planet — and hopeful stories of people doing good for dogs.

Political, economic, and technological stars are aligning to make a stubbornly carbon-intensive industry sustainable.

The United Nations on December 7th recognized Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka as one of its “champions of the Earth” for promoting the One Health approach to conservation in Africa.

Ten nations in the western Indian Ocean committed this November to create a network of marine conservation areas to hasten progress toward the goal of protecting 30% of the oceans by 2030.

Across the American Southwest, youth councils are advising cities on sustainability -- and holding mayors to account.

Bike kitchens offer tools, second-hand parts and bikes, and convivial help with repairs. They are also hubs for community development.

The best quotes from famous activists about making a difference in the world. Plus, downloadable social media graphics and phone backgrounds.

Following the death of South African anti-apartheid and peace icon Archbishop Desmond Tutu, here are some of the ways he also advocated for a healthy planet

2021’s most-searched included themes of reflection, healing, and pulling together. Plus support for the LGBTQ+ community and mental health.

Read these quotes from E.O. Wilson to gain a sense of wonder for the natural world — and a sense of hope for how we might improve it.

Wilson began his career studying the biology and social structures of ants which led him to develop expansive theories on evolution and humanity’s relationship with the planet.

Reflecting on her childhood, Tucson, Arizona Mayor Regina Romero points to her father as the figure who lit an environmentalist fire within her.