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Don’t Always Believe The Media Hype About Natural Disasters

Don’t Always Believe The Media Hype About Natural Disasters

Most news media organizations exist to inform, but more than ever in this internet age, in order to survive, the traditional news media look to sell stories as best they can. There is a long-standing aphorism in reporters’ circles: “if it bleeds, it leads.” No doubt...
Spotlight: 3 Great Books To Read About Natural Disasters

Spotlight: 3 Great Books To Read About Natural Disasters

In this era of infinite possibility, we are still not free from disaster. The raw force of nature can–and often does–overwhelm the unprepared at any given time. Crops destroyed, resources gone, whole cities disrupted, lives obliterated: these are the...
The Correlation Between Climate Change and Natural Disasters

The Correlation Between Climate Change and Natural Disasters

California is experiencing its deadliest fires in state history. The recent landfalls of hurricanes are the worst in recent memory. These events should serve as the catalyst for conversations about climate change and natural disasters. Let’s take a look at how...
The Founding of the EPA

The Founding of the EPA

EPA has been in the news more than ever these days, as dramatically reducing its size, scope, power, and influence has been a major public thrust of the Trump Administration. This has made me think back to why and how the Environmental Protection Agency was created. I...
Indigenous People Protecting Natural Resources

Indigenous People Protecting Natural Resources

While many assume that with time comes -often dramatic- change, research shows that one things often hasn’t: Where you find Indigenous peoples, you may find some of the largest areas of intact natural resources. In 1992, the Center for the Support of Native Lands...