How Ayana Combines Climate And Culture To Create Environmental Liberation
A growing number of BIPOC change-makers are paving the way for members of marginalized communities and equipping them with the tools necessary to gather at the center of the climate crisis to fight for a greener tomorrow. Minerve sits down with one such change-maker, Ayana Albertini-Fleurant, to interview her about breaking barriers for Black people in the environmental space.
Make a Difference at Emerald Summit, a Virtual Event for Eco-Businesses
Meet Wallet Max, which aims to accelerate economic growth in local communities through the creation of sustainable growth opportunities. Their signature eco-business networking event named, Emerald Summit, is held twice a year in April and October for women-led businesses focused on making a positive impact on the world and in partnership with everyday people. Be sure to check out this year’s Emerald Summit will be held on Friday, October 27th, 2023 from 9AM to 5 PM EDT virtually.
A Guide to Spotting Greenwashing in Products
Retail is evolving and so is e-commerce. In recent years, more businesses have launched eco-friendly products, but all may not be exactly as it seems.
Unfortunately, a lot of the items out there claiming to be “sustainable” and “green” are falsely labeled. In the name of “saving the planet” and encouraging people to become “environmentally friendly,” brands are engaging in what is now known as greenwashing.
What Being South Asian Taught Me About Sustainability
My Indian heritage has continuously crept into my interactions with sustainability, but never in a way that I had ever overtly acknowledged prior to the banana leaf epiphany of 2018.
A Guide to Becoming a Sustainable Traveler
If you are determined to become a more sustainable traveler and know more about sustainable travel tips, this is the ultimate guide for absolute beginners to this concept. We are about to take you on an immersive journey to discover the importance of embracing sustainability in your next travel experience.
Are We Unintentionally Supporting Sweatshops?
The problem does not stem from purchasing the basic necessities we all need to survive or the occasional item we may enjoy. The root of the problem is our obsession with overconsumption.
Climate Change and Food Security in Africa
The intersection of climate change and agriculture presents a daunting task for Africa, as the continent strives to address its growing population's nutritional needs while ensuring sustainable practices for the future. However, amid these challenges, Africa has also become a hub of innovative solutions and sustainable agriculture practices that hold promise for ensuring food security while mitigating the effects of climate change.
The Return of Buffalo in Texas, Providing Medicine to the Land
Lucille, a Lipan Apache Band of Texas member, created The Texas Tribal Buffalo Project as a non-profit organization committed to healing the generational trauma of Lipan Apache descendants and other Native nations. Lucille started this project to help reconnect Indigenous communities to the land and bring back such a vital animal that historically has provided so much in the past.
Grounded Feminism: How Female Farmers Are Empowering Themselves by Connecting to Their Roots
In this day and age, the #bosswoman era has taken the world by storm. Women are rapidly becoming CEOs, high level executives and the breadwinners of the family, marrying their careers or multitasking a family and their job. The boss women era doesn’t only refer to high level corporate jobs however, and Sally Rizo and Rebekah Magers are perfect examples of that.
Equitable Cities Are Connected Cities
What do the cities of Dublin, Bruxelles, and Turin have in common? They aren't just all European fluvial towns featuring stunning architecture; they are also cities where more than eighty percent of residents are within a one-kilometer walk of education and healthcare.
Finding Community Through Music and Movement: Brooklyn’s Queer Salsa Scene
Together, we stand in a circle under the soft pink lights of C’mon Everybody, a gay bar in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. The group inhales and then collectively exhales, guided through a breathing exercise by Luca, a short individual in a flannel shirt. Holding a mic in their hands, Luca introduces themself before breaking up the circle to facilitate the first event of the night: salsa dancing.
Dear #booktok, Don’t Follow the Footsteps of Fast Fashion Creators
Once I’d made my very own bookstagram, one of the first things that caught my attention was that most accounts, especially the ones with huge followings, frequently touted a physical copy of the latest release on their page. Most creators seemed to have physical copies of all the books they read, actually, which created this FOMO feeling that is all too familiar for the chronically online like me.
Is Climate Change Causing an Increase in Poaching Throughout Africa?
Africa, known for its breathtaking biodiversity and majestic wildlife, is facing an escalating poaching crisis. While poaching has been an ongoing battle, the emerging specter of climate change has worsened the situation.
SXSW Brings Inclusive Storytelling in 2023
Sustainable and inclusive storytelling seemed to take over SXSW 2023 in Austin, Texas this past spring. Our very own founder and editor-in-chief, Reza Cristián, took the official stage at SXSW’s Climate Change conference track on a conversation around How Climate Storytelling Can Beat Climate Doom on March 13th.
Para Ti Llerenas
On the 29th of April, we celebrated the life and work of ethnomusicologist Eduardo Llerenas, with a beautiful ‘homenaje’ at the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City.
New Film “To The End” Captures the Urgency of the Climate Crisis While Still Offering Hope for a Better Future
From the team behind Knock Down the House and filmed over the course of four years, To The End sheds light on the trials and tribulations that young leaders face as they navigate the corrupt U.S. political system while trying to push through a Green New Deal.
Environmental Education is a Necessity for African Youths
Environmental pollution is a growing problem in Africa, with millions of people exposed to harmful pollutants that affect their health, livelihoods and the environment.
Used Vehicles in Africa: Environmental and Climate Threat
The majority of the used vehicles imported into the continent are old and outdated models that would have been banned from use in the countries they originated from. The poorly maintained roads coupled with the lack of proper waste management systems, result in the release of toxic chemicals into the air, soil and water contributing to the long-term impacts of climate change.
What Is Wrong With Grass Lawns?
When it comes to grass lawns, the only green thing about the grass is its color. Perhaps unsurprisingly, grass lawns are everywhere in American media because they are just as commonly found in real life.
Plastic Is Not the Enemy (Copy)
We should always make an effort in finding plastic-free alternatives and reducing plastic pollution, but we should understand that not all plastic is created equal.