Legislators in nearly a dozen states recently proposed bills that forbid local governments from adopting California-style limitations on gas usage in new buildings. The legislative push continues a trend from…
How bitcoin mining affects climate change
Bitcoin’s value reached an all-time high of over $58,000 on February 21, following Tesla’s acquisition of $1.5 billion of the cryptocurrency. Despite Bitcoin’s growth, many are concerned about the effects…
Climate Change matters and today’s students will bear the burden
Our youngest generations—impacted by climate change the most—should be aware of the number 405.7: the number that defines our current climate debate. The current measure of CO2 in parts per…
Extinction Rebellion forms at PSU
Seeking a club on campus for the end of the world? A new group on campus is forming to stop it from happening in the first place. Enter Extinction…
Hill to Hall Jan. 13–17
Jan. 13: Oregon Democrats reveal new climate bill ahead of new session Democratic legislators released a new version of a previous climate change bill, dubbed the “cap and trade” bill,…
Tourism is affecting Scottish economy, environment
New concerns have arisen that tourism, a main force in the Scottish economy, may have unintended consequences on the country and environment, according to the Scottish Tourism Alliance. New statistics…
Southern Africa drought affects 45 million people
A drought throughout southern Africa is affecting about 45 million people, causing food insecurity throughout the region. The drought—an ongoing issue throughout southern Africa since 2012—had record low rainfalls as…
Hill to Hall Nov. 4–8
Nov. 4: U.S. formally begins process to leave Paris Agreement The Trump administration notified the United Nations that the United States has formally begun the process to leave the Paris…
Activist celebrities take focus away from social issues
Scrolling through Twitter lately, Jane Fonda has been a recurring figure. Why? Her multiple arrests, of course. Celebrities can bring attention to important causes and lend much-needed activist energy, but…
Oil spill in Brazil spreads 1,300 miles
No source identified Volunteers and government officials as of Oct. 21 recovered over 600 tons of crude oil from the oil spill that has affected approximately 1,300 miles of Brazilian…
DNC debates mockery to democracy
Corporate influence of the Democratic debates is pervasive, nauseating and bad for the working class. The corporate media companies—NBC, ABC, CNN and CBS—hosting the debates are not focused on educating…