This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. From its inception, Tides has provided catalytic capital to progressive social movements—and we’ve been an early funder of the climate and gender justice movements. Many of our philanthropic partners have…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Communities around the world are facing devastating consequences from climate change, including food insecurity, loss of homes and livelihoods, violence, and mental health challenges. Between 2030 and 2050, climate change…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Molecules of carbon dioxide, methane, and other greenhouse gases are pouring into the atmosphere and heating up the planet, and time is of the essence to turn off the tap.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. More than 2 million miles of natural gas pipelines run throughout the United States. In Appalachia, they spread like spaghetti across the region. Many of these lines were built in…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A majority of Boston residents will receive electricity via a new supplier starting Monday, the culmination of a years-in-the-making Community Choice Electricity program developed by the City of Boston Environment Department and partners.…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. In December, with an oil lease sale looming and the Trump administration trying to push through a seismic study for oil exploration before leaving the White House, the pressure was on for…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Last month, the Illinois Department of Agriculture opened applications for its second annual Fall Covers for Spring Savings Program — which provides a crop insurance discount for each acre of…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. The U.S. Endangered Species Act (ESA) is a powerful environmental law protecting imperiled plants and animals, and a growing number of marine species have been protected under this law as…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Last week, the U.S. rejoined the Paris Climate Agreement. But even if its targets are met — and most countries are far from hitting them — the world will still likely be headed…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A recent bill from the United Kingdom’s Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs bans the country’s supermarkets from purchasing foods linked to illegal deforestation and land procurement practices. Larger…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. A healthy ocean is a powerful force for good, providing oxygen and food, economic benefits, and opportunities for recreation and spiritual renewal, while sustaining cultural traditions. However, these ocean benefits…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Nearly half a decade has passed since the water crisis in Flint captured the attention of America, during which toxic water was delivered to a city of nearly 100,000 people for…