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A quarter of the world’s countries are now pursuing green economy plans

Three new reports to support governments in building greener and more inclusive economies unveiled at the Green Economy Coalition annual meeting

United Nations Environment Programme
September 1, 2014

London – Green economy policies are spreading worldwide at an increasing pace,...

August 25, 2014
By Beth Doglio
Climate Solutions

The Lummi Nation’s annual Totem Pole Journey is taking a stand against coal and oil export in our region. Stand with them this week at events in Spokane, Olympia, Seattle and the San Juans!

August 20, 2014
By Melanie Mattauch
Inter Press Service

LUSATIA, Germany - Johannes Kapelle has been playing the organ in the Protestant church of Proschim since he was 14. The 78-year-old is actively involved in his community, produces his own solar power and has raised three children with his wife on their farm in Proschim, a small village of 360 inhabitants in Lusatia,...

August 15, 2014
By Dan Stockman
National Catholic Reporter

The largest leadership organization for U.S. women religious on Thursday called on Pope Francis to repudiate the doctrine of discovery, a 15th-century policy justifying violence against indigenous peoples.

We are seeking an individual with at least 10 years’ relevant experience in the areas described below.
 
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of excellence:

August 13, 2014
By Kevin Dennehy
Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies (F&ES)

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Swimming Against the Rising Tide

Secular Climate-Change Activists Can Learn From Evangelical Christians

By Kristin Dombek
New York Times
August 9, 2014