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Humans have become the masters of the earth. Since the invention of agriculture, we've learned to cultivate what our planet has to offer for our survival. However, we haven't learned to live in balance with our natural habitat. Against the backdrop of climate change, mass extinction and ruthless extraction of natural resources, we haven't left much time to redefine our relationship with mother earth. Our stories tell about the fight to achieve that.

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March 28, 2022
Reimagining sustainable development
topic: Sustainable Development
by: Magdalena Rojo
A Colombia-based NGO is giving new meaning to Sustainable Development. Here's how.
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March 20, 2022
The fight to save one of Africa's most precious rivers
topic: Conservation
by: Cyril Zenda
A coalition of Zambian civilians and NGOs is urging the gov't to stop a copper mining plan that could destroy the region's most valuable natural resource.
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March 19, 2022
Inside global water-conflict hotspots
topic: Peace and Reconciliation
by: Bob Koigi
As water scarcity becomes more common, it is important to get ahead of water-related conflicts before they arise.
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March 17, 2022
An ancient Himalayan village empties as glaciers vanish
topic: Climate Change
by: Inzamam ul Ahad
Global warming has caused glaciers in the Himalayas the melt, threatening ancient villages and displacing various communities.
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March 16, 2022
Is desalination the answer to global water shortage?
topic: Sustainable Development
by: Bob Koigi
As millions struggle to get clean drinking water, desalination offers a method to increase the supply of fresh water - but it is not without costs.
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March 15, 2022
The future of deep seabed mining and its consequences
topic: Sustainable Development
by: Abby Klinkenberg
Companies and governments around the world are racing to start mining the deep seabed for essential metals for alternative energy sources. But at what cost?
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March 12, 2022
Vietnam's water crisis threatens food security
topic: Sustainable Agriculture
by: Sasha Kong
In Vietnam, poor farmers suffer the brunt of the countries' worsening water crisis. Creative policies and water management solutions could help change that.
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March 11, 2022
“We are hungry”: oil spill victims seek justice
topic: Pollution
by: Ekpali Saint
In the aftermath of yet another oil spill that devastated lands, water sources and lives in the Niger Delta, local communities are fighting for justice.
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March 10, 2022
Dry wells: portents of a looming water disaster in Afghanistan
topic: Climate Change
by: Shadi Khan Saif
Increasingly severe droughts have left groundwater wells empty in Afghanistan, claiming several child casualties.
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March 07, 2022
The race to solve Hong Kong's silent water crisis
topic: Sustainable Development
by: Marie Bröckling
Hong Kong is hurtling towards a shortage in fresh water supply. Here is why this crisis is brewing and how a worst-case scenario can be avoided.
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March 03, 2022
Cambodian climate activists refuse to buckle
topic: Climate action
by: Robert Bociaga
Despite facing jail time, climate activists in Cambodia keep fighting for environmental justice and make a plea for public and international support.
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February 28, 2022
Surgical face masks linked with rising water pollution
topic: Ocean Pollution
by: Joanne Ma
The ubiquity of face masks due to the Covid-19 pandemic is exacerbating marine plastic pollution. But public awareness can make a difference.
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February 28, 2022
What is environmental racism?
topic: Racism
by: Gerardo Bandera
How does climate change affect communities of colour and what are types and effects of environmental racism?
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February 24, 2022
Climate change spells trouble for Kashmiri farmers
topic: Climate Change
by: Sameer Mushtaq, Suhail Bhat
Unpredictable weather patterns are decimating crops across Kashmir. Now, farmers from the region are speaking out.
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February 22, 2022
From arid desert to a budding oasis
topic: Food Security
by: Bob Koigi
A new initiative could make water access and sustainable farming a reality for millions in one of the world's driest regions.
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February 16, 2022
Are fossil fuel companies scamming investors?
topic: Transparency and Corruption
by: Cyril Zenda
A potential oil discovery scam by Shell and other fossil fuel companies in Namibia is affecting more than just the pockets of gullible investors.
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February 09, 2022
Another seismic battle for South African environmentalists
topic: Divestment
by: Cyril Zenda
South Africans are back in court fighting against yet another Shell seismic survey that threatens the lives of local communities and marine wildlife.
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February 06, 2022
Disaster-hit city goes green to tackle climate change
topic: Climate action
by: Bob Koigi
Formerly a climate-change induced disaster zone, Beira, Mozambique became a game-changer in Africa's green cities landscape.
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February 03, 2022
China's climate litigation policy must change
topic: Climate action
by: Sasha Kong
NGOs and activists in China are forbidden from taking the gov't to court over environmental violations. But could their relentless fight change that policy?
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February 01, 2022
Drone technology saves thousands from devastating cyclones
topic: Natural disaster
by: Andrew Mambondiyani
A newly developed drone technology is saving millions in Mozambique from climate change induced disasters. But could this method be applied elsewhere?
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