In Nevada's Thacker Pass, Indigenous tribes are battling powerful entities over a massive lithium mine by Lithium Americas. Backed by the Biden administration and General Motors, this project, vital for electric vehicles, exposes the dark side of the "green energy" transition, prioritizing profit over sacred land and local communities.

The documentary, "Thacker Pass - Mining the Sacred," by award-winning journalist Brandi Morin and filmmaker Geordie Day, chronicles the Indigenous resisters putting their freedom on the line. It was co-produced by Ricochet Media, IndigiNews, and The Real News Network.

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The oceans are signaling an urgent need for environmental action.

Addressing this crisis requires essential ocean-based solutions, which are critical for achieving a one-third reduction in global emissions.

Professor Laura Fleming, a physician and epidemiologist, underscores the vital role of oceans. Covering 70% of Earth's surface, these environments are essential for sustaining human life.

She emphasizes that biodiversity, particularly within marine ecosystems, is crucial for the ongoing development of new medications.

The Ocean Panel's Blue Paper envisions a sustainable ocean economy over the next 25 years, exploring future employment across various sectors. Drawing on expert consultation and data, it offers guidance for stakeholders to achieve this vision.

A just transition, prioritizing inclusion and fairness, is crucial. The paper highlights key challenges: data limitations, skills gaps, insufficient training and education (especially in developing nations), regional infrastructure disparities, and inadequate funding and institutional capacity.

Explore practical strategies for sustainable oceans with our upcoming webinar. This session provides a comprehensive practitioners' guide to developing effective plans.

Drawing from the Handbook on Sustainable Oceans Plans, it offers vital insights for implementation.

Dr. Oliver Ashford of the WRI Oceans Program will host a webinar on the future workforce in a sustainable Ocean Economy.

Panelists will discuss major economic aspects influenced by the health and fate of our oceans.

Designated the 'Year of the Ocean,' 2025 marks a pivotal moment for global ocean conservation, featuring major milestones and breakthroughs.

This summary highlights key events, including the UN Ocean Conference in Nice, the UN Ocean Decade midpoint, and bold commitments from Brazil and new BlueNDC countries.

For more details, visit: oceanpanel.org/news/

Human activity globally threatens biodiversity. David Attenborough emphasizes its vital importance, the impact of its loss, and that there's still time to act if we change direction now.

Everyone can make a difference by understanding the facts. Explore biodiversity further at royalsociety.org/biodiversity. Learn about climate change basics (60 seconds) and net zero (what is net zero?). Stay informed via the Royal Society's email newsletter at royalsociety.org/stay-in-touch/email-newsletters/. The Royal Society, a fellowship of eminent scientists and the oldest scientific academy, offers more information on its website: royalsociety.org/.

Editor Leah Clarkson guides viewers through Issue 4 of the #RSAJournal in our latest ‘Making the Journal in 90 Seconds’ video.

This issue features speculative future photography by RDI Nick Foster and the journal’s first editorial cartoon by Jeremy Banx. It also includes climate activism insights from Clover Hogan, with illustrations by Charlotte Ager.

Tim Wu, the scholar who coined "net neutrality," examines how big tech platforms have reshaped our economy. In his latest book, *The Age of Extraction*, Wu argues that the internet, once seen as a source of widespread wealth and democracy, has instead created new economic classes and fostered autocracy. He proposes solutions to harness technology for the greater good and build a more balanced economy.

Join Tim Wu, author of *The Age of Extraction*, and journalist Laura Sydell on November 10, 2025, to discuss reclaiming economic control. This program is supported by the Ken & Jaclyn Broad Family Fund and partnered with the Center for Humane Technology.

Green colonialism impacts the Indigenous Sámi of northern Europe, with large-scale renewable energy and conservation projects built on ancestral lands without full consent. Wind farms, “green” mineral mining, and hydroelectric dams disrupt traditional livelihoods like reindeer herding. Framed as sustainable, these projects often dispossess Sámi, marginalizing their knowledge, rights, and self-determination for climate action. This issue was investigated by Tristen Taylor, Ingrid Gercama, and Nathalie Bertrams in “Green Colonialism: How New Mines in Sweden Threaten the Sámi.”

An image shows Sámi reindeer herder and joik singer Lars-Ánte Kuhmunen in a corral near Rensjön, Sweden, photographed by Nathalie Bertrams. Kuhmunen's 2005 album, "Birrasis," produced by Georg Buljio, is used with permission.

Artist and documentarian Chris Jordan premiered his film ALBATROSS in Charleston, SC, alongside his "Midway" exhibition at the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art. Jordan aims to connect with and inspire audiences through his work.

The documentary explores Midway Atoll, an isolated Pacific island situated within the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. It offers an intimate look at native Laysan albatrosses, whose existence is gravely threatened by global plastic waste.

Yellowstone wolves were observed visiting an elk carcass. This interaction highlights a fundamental aspect of the park's ecosystem.

Such events are common in wildlife, showcasing natural predator-prey dynamics and the crucial role scavengers play in maintaining ecological balance.

Happy 65th Anniversary to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge!

For over six decades, this vital refuge has protected unique ecosystems and diverse wildlife, serving as a cornerstone of conservation.

Its enduring legacy is a testament to the importance of preserving America's natural heritage.

A walrus enjoys a simple day: dining on clams and mussels, swimming, and socializing with thousands of friends on shore. They also groom their impressive tusks and whiskers.

Discover a behind-the-scenes look into the daily life of a Pacific walrus.

@wildcorwin offers insights into vital conservation efforts. Time-tested and bipartisan policies like the Marine Mammal Protection Act and Endangered Species Act have successfully recovered beloved animals, including condors, whales, and bald eagles.

Our country's wild legacy is one of protection, not destruction. Recognizing this history helps us remember the wild spirit within ourselves.

Published December 2, 2025, by The New Press, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" by Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Beyond Plastics is an Amazon Editors' Pick. This powerful investigation reveals plastic's devastating impact on human health and the environment, from poisoned oceans and polluted air to microplastic contamination and environmental racism.

The book critically examines plastic's paradox, challenging the belief that recycling alone can solve the crisis. Instead, it debunks industry claims and emphasizes the urgent need for action, offering practical solutions like a "household waste audit" to empower readers. Learn more at: beyondplastics.org/publications/problem-with-plastic-book (ISBN: 9781620979457).

We can’t imagine Yellowstone without wolves, the Everglades without alligators, or the U.S. without bald eagles. A world without wildlife is unthinkable.

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has protected these iconic species and many others. Its continued success relies on our commitment to protect it.

Winter is a time for rest, peace, and patience, anticipating spring's arrival.

It's an ideal period to connect with the natural world, embracing its quiet rhythm and settling in for a while.

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) addresses a critical digital gender gap. By 2025, an estimated 250 million fewer women than men will be connected to the internet. Maud Abaa underscores the vital importance of closing this disparity.

Discover more about ITU's efforts and initiatives by visiting their website: https://www.itu.int/160/.