This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · As The Atlantic reports, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has been delayed yet again–this time to spring 2021 with another $800 million needed for funding. · Lawmakers…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Writing for Triple Pundit, John Paluszek discusses the current challenges we face when trying to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. · Are the UN’s SDGs achievable by…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • One Planet Development Policy is a Welsh government scheme that encourages individuals to build eco-homes that limit the number of resources they need to just the necessities. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · According to Governing Magazine, the number of Americans living in areas at high risk of flooding has increased 14 percent due to lack of policy against…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Marc Gunther discusses the controversy sparked when, a few months after stepping down as CEO of the Humane Society of the United States in disgrace, Wayne Pacelle returns to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. From political leaders to grassroots activists, just about everyone has an opinion on environmental issues. While viewpoints may differ, there is no denying that the environment affects every one of…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • The 50 Reefs initiative is seeking to find 50 coral reefs that are the most likely to survive climate change to help prioritize global ocean funding. …
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Although Starbucks has decided to ban straws, The Guardian explains how that doesn’t necessarily mean a reduction in the company’s plastic usage. The new lids designed to…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · Although done with good intentions, volunteer tourism sometimes does more harm than good. The Institute for Sustainable Development provides a few tips to help in making informed…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • Global Citizen reports on the deterioration of Wood Buffalo National Park in Canada due to human development and poor management. What can be done? • This…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: · The Guardian reports that a Republican-led modification made to the Endangered Species Act have put plants and animals across America in danger of extinction. · Why…
This article is deemed a must-read by one or more of our expert collaborators. Giving Compass’ Take: • As reported by GeekWire, Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo plans to roll out two new tech initiatives that will allow visitors to learn more about rhinos and…