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It’s Not Just Drought: Java is Drowning as Well
One of the largest islands in Indonesia is at risk of sinking due to sea level rise, putting millions of people on the coast at risk.
Garry Lotulung
Nov 19, 20245 min read


When Indonesia’s Most Populous Island Becomes Parched
Climate change has changed rainfall patterns in Indonesia, which is increasing the incidence of droughts in Central Java.
Garry Lotulung
Nov 15, 20244 min read


Finding Clean Water Near Mount Everest Might Be Harder Than Summiting It
As tourism and regional pollution contaminate Nepal’s Khumbu Valley, researchers are zapping the ground to find new potable water sources.
Manish Koirala
Oct 30, 20246 min read

Perspective: In new song, Bad Bunny lights up Puerto Rico’s political corruption, climate inaction
In his latest song “Una Velita,” Bad Bunny calls out political corruption and energy inequality in his native Puerto Rico.
Angely Mercado
Oct 3, 20246 min read


In Nigeria, Indigenous Communities Bear The Brunt Of Harmful Quarrying Practices
Rock quarrying companies in Nigeria conduct blasting operations close to residences, causing harm to the health of these communities.
Samad Uthman and Samuel Ajala
Sep 25, 20249 min read


Perspective: Mount Kenya's Risky Adventure
As the mountain’s ecosystems weaken due to increased tourism, its future looks uncertain, especially with failing governmental stewardship.
Kang-Chun Cheng
Sep 11, 202410 min read


Who's Taking A Million Gallons of Water from Memphis A Day? Elon Musk.
“We continue to be left depleted, especially in already vulnerable communities,”
Ashli Blow, MLK50
Jul 29, 20248 min read


Another Day at the Courts with Kenya's Ogiek Tribe
“Without the forest, the Ogieks cannot survive. It is like removing a fish out of a lake — it will definitely die.”
Kang-Chun Cheng
Jan 22, 20249 min read

Some Cool Charts We Made in 2023
Here are some of the most interesting — and weird and colorful and complicated — charts we made in the last 12 months.
Alex Ip
Dec 23, 20231 min read


“We Are Suffering”: Despite Steps Taken, Gas Flaring Still Threatens Livelihoods in Niger Delta
“We cry each time we go to harvest our plantains. We expect big bunches but we get angry seeing small bunches because of [gas] flaring.”
Ekpali Saint
Nov 9, 20238 min read
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