Tag: Environment

Statue representing the concept of justice
Books

On the Power and Vulnerability of Concepts

About the book Social Policy: The Quest for Freedom, Equality and Justice…

By Virpi Timonen 13 Min Read
A crowd of demonstrators holding various handmade signs during a climate protest. One sign asks, "Which green do you see?", showing a tree juxtaposed with money, while others convey environmental justice concerns. This image captures the urgency of addressing environmental violence as a global human rights issue.
Books

Environmental Violence and the Human Right to a Healthy Planet

About the book Exploring Environmental Violence: Perspectives, Experience, Expression, and Engagement, edited by…

By Richard (Drew) Marcantonio 13 Min Read
a climate activism protest, featuring demonstrators holding banners and signs with messages like "Change is Now" and "Just Stop Oil." The setting includes prominent landmarks, suggesting the protest's visibility in a public or political hub.
Books

How New Digital Technologies are Transforming Climate Activism

About the book Climate Activism, Digital Technologies, and Organisational Change, by Mette…

By Mette Eilstrup-Sangiovanni Nina Hall 20 Min Read
Emotions ran high as Dutch climate protesters gathered, expressing deep frustration and urgency about the government's lack of action against climate change.
BooksEnvironment & Animals

How Emotions Shape Climate Action: Barriers and Agency

About the book Feeling Climate Change: How Emotions Govern Our Responses to…

By Debra Davidson 19 Min Read
Industrial chimneys releasing smoke into the sky, highlighting the environmental impact of human activity on the planet and the challenges humanity faces with pollution and climate change.
BooksEnvironment & Animals

Does Humanity Have a Death Wish?

In short, yes—but we can stop this wish from becoming reality

By Jon Mills 16 Min Read
Close-up of a young fern unfurling, symbolizing growth and biodiversity within a lush, green ecosystem.
The Politics Brief

Living Planet 2024: Biodiversity in Crisis

The Living Planet Report 2024 reveals a staggering 73% decline in global…

By P&RR 8 Min Read
A woman in traditional attire is seated under a tree, meticulously sewing a patterned fabric. Beside her, two young children rest on a wooden platform, surrounded by vibrant blankets and lush greenery, capturing a moment of daily life and vulnerability in a rural setting.
Human Rights

Vulnerability Framing in UN Climate Change and Human Rights

The UN's framing of vulnerability, while effective in highlighting the disproportionate impacts…

By Monika Mayrhofer 18 Min Read
Members of the Red Rebels, part of the Extinction Rebellion movement, perform a silent protest highlighting the ethics of addressing the climate crisis.
BooksEnvironment & Animals

Ethics for the End Times

About Ecological Ethics and the Philosophy of Simone Weil: Decreation for the…

By Kathryn Lawson 22 Min Read
Designer Vivienne Westwood leads a crowd of over 50,000 activists through the streets of London, England, rallying for climate change action in anticipation of COP21 in Paris, France. The urgency of climate law reform is palpable as the mass of determined faces marches forward in solidarity. Photo by Matthew Kirby.
Environment & Animals

Climate Law: Judiciary’s Role in a Democratic Theatre

Courts are increasingly pivotal in shaping climate law, balancing judicial intervention with…

By P&RR 11 Min Read
Depicting the fusion of ecospirituality, this image illustrates the seamless integration of science and spirituality, showcasing a lush natural environment interwoven with scientific symbols and spiritual motifs. It symbolizes the deep connection between the natural world and spiritual understanding
Insights

Ecospirituality: Bridging Science and Spirituality

Ecospirituality represents a significant convergence of environmentalism and spirituality, revealing a profound…

By Julia Itel 13 Min Read
Minimalist horizontal illustration representing the delicate balance between legal decisions and the Right to a Healthy Environment
Environment & Animals

Human Rights and the Right to a Healthy Environment

The fight for an autonomous right to a healthy environment is reshaping…

By P&RR 12 Min Read
Minimalist horizontal illustration with abstract elements related to climate, depicting the global youth uprising and climate activism inspired by Greta Thunberg. The image integrates clean lines and simple shapes with textures or patterns that convey the urgency and determination of the youth movement. While the portrayal is abstract, the central theme of youth activism and intergenerational climate justice is evident and aligned with the article's content.
Environment & Animals

Empowered Aussie Youth: Pioneering Climate Justice

Australian youth are at the forefront of climate advocacy, driving change through…

By P&RR 6 Min Read
Minimalist horizontal illustration with abstract elements depicting the challenges and struggles of environmental activists, particularly in the context of Latin America and the Amazon. The image merges clean lines and simple shapes with textures that convey the severity of violence and the urgency of environmental protection.
Environment & Animals

Crimes in the Name of Profit: Unveiling Activists’ Struggles

To address this crisis effectively, it is imperative that nations, organizations, and…

By P&RR 15 Min Read
Horizontal illustration showcasing digital activism with a minimalist design, blended with abstract climate art elements that depict digital activism, human rights, and the climate crisis.
Environment & Animals

Digital activism: A New Frontier for Human Rights

Digital activism has become a powerful tool for mobilizing collective action. The…

By P&RR 12 Min Read