The way we approach international aid to Indigenous communities often reflects lingering colonial mindsets, raising questions about whether true empowerment is possible without relinquishing control and trusting in their wisdom.
Uncovering Britain’s murky colonial past reveals the true extent of its role in climate change
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesUncovering Britain’s murky colonial past reveals the true extent of its role in climate changeDecember 12, 2023In the intricate and often contentious dialogue on climate change, a new dimension has emerged around the historical responsibility of nations and empires that once dominated the world.The United Kingdom, long regarded as a significant yet smaller contributor to the …
The true compensation cost of excessive emissions revealed for historic responsibility
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesThe true compensation cost of excessive emissions revealed for historic responsibilityJune 8, 2023Wealthier countries, including the United States and those in Europe, could find themselves facing an astronomical price tag of $170 trillion as reparations for their disproportionate carbon emissions, according to a groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Leeds.The research sheds light on the …
The new era of the climate movement: How to make action happen
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesThe new era of the climate movement: How to make action happenDecember 9, 2022I got asked the other day if I thought that the climate movement is beginning to fracture under the weight of its own success.The question was loaded, of course, but I believe its point is valid. As we steadily move towards creating and …
Good COP, bad COP: The future of climate action looks shaky
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesGood COP, bad COP: The future of climate action looks shakyNovember 30, 2022In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous leaders are engaged in a crucial battle—not only for the preservation of their ancestral lands but also for the stability of the global climate.Observers — and even some of the delegates — were reported to have …
China’s going green, but is it fast enough?
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesChina’s going green, but is it fast enough?October 31, 2022Over the past few weeks, climate eyes have been fixed firmly on China — the world’s biggest CO2 emitter — as it held its party congress where President Xi Jinping was confirmed as the party leader for a historic third term.What they were waiting to hear, however, …
The significance of Denmark breaking ranks to provide climate funding for developing nations
climate justice// Hidden Stories SeriesThe significance of Denmark breaking ranks to provide climate funding for developing nationsSeptember 26, 2022In the heart of the Amazon rainforest, Indigenous leaders are engaged in a crucial battle—not only for the preservation of their ancestral lands but also for the stability of the global climate.Vague “promises” have been made countless times (the last back at …