Hayao Miyazaki’s 1997 film Princess Mononoke is often lauded as a great environmentalist work, but Miyazaki’s ecological thought deserves more attention than just being “pro-nature.” He uses unique storytelling techniques to illustrate the intricate, multifaceted social relationships at play in the ongoing battle of modernization.
Successful conservation begins at the local level - and doing so is often easy. Today, Marleigh Thorn kicks off her new column My Sustainable Neighborhood by taking a look inside the Evanston School District 65’s Green Team and its efforts to create healthier and environmentally sustainable school communities. Read more here.
What do hedgehogs, permafrost, and South Africa have in common? Nothing, really, but they all made the news this week! Check out This Week on Earth, by Luodan Rojas.
Read MoreCongressman Ryan Zinke is a mixed bag when it comes to his prospects as a wilderness advocate. Ginny Ip takes a closer look at his track record and what his leadership might mean.
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