In recent years, two opposing camps have emerged: the “doomers” and the “deniers”.
Why the UN 30×30 agreement is a big deal
action// Hidden Stories SeriesWhy the UN 30×30 agreement is a big dealDecember 20, 2022Yesterday, approximately 190 countries approved a comprehensive United Nations (UN) agreement to protect 30% of the earth’s land and oceans by 2030 and to take other steps to address the loss of biodiversity.Biodiversity, which is decreasing at an unprecedented rate worldwide, threatens the planet’s food and water …
Indigenous communities are critical in our fight to protect our lands and seas
action// Hidden Stories SeriesIndigenous communities are critical in our fight to protect our lands and seasDecember 13, 2022As the UN COP15 focuses talks on biodiversity in Montreal, there’s a growing realisation that globally, we’re not as prepared as we need to be in our bid to protect and conserve 30 per cent of the world’s land and sea by 2030.And …
A Spotlight on Vandana Shiva: The untold story of a lifelong eco-warrior
action// Hidden Stories SeriesA Spotlight on Vandana Shiva: The untold story of a lifelong eco-warriorAugust 22, 2022Indian intellect, physicist and social activist.Vandana Shiva is an Indian scholar, environmental activist, food sovereignty advocate, ecofeminist and anti-globalization author. Based in Delhi, Shiva has written more than 20 books. She is often referred to as “Gandhi of grain” for her activism associated with …