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Dispatch From the Land of Flight Shaming, or How I Became a Train Boaster
In Sweden, some environmentally conscious travelers are switching from planes to trains. Slower? Yes. But why not embrace the journey, perhaps even prolong it?
Greta Thunberg Is Taking a Holiday Break. ‘You Need to Take Rest.’
The Swedish teenager who inspired a global movement is returning home, as admirers and critics weigh in.
Greta Thunberg Is Time Person of the Year for 2019
The 16-year-old from Stockholm rose to global prominence this year with her impassioned pleas for governments to take far-reaching action to avert climate catastrophe.
Swiss Voters Appear to Deliver ‘Green Wave,’ Rebuking Far Right
In parliamentary elections on Sunday, two Green parties had historic successes, according to projections based on preliminary results. “We expected a Green wave but it’s a tsunami, almost,” one political scientist said.
Arrest Us, Please! Extinction Rebellion’s Path to Success
In barely a year, the group’s tactics have propelled it from a handful of members to worldwide protests. But can it keep that momentum as its actions get more disruptive?
One Thing We Can Do: Drive Less
Also this week, Greta Thunberg arrives in New York.
One Thing You Can Do: Make Your Donations Count
Also this week, Greta Thunberg sets sail for America.
Greta Thunberg Sets Sail for U.N. Climate Talks
The 16-year-old climate activist is crossing the Atlantic to attend a United Nations climate summit. She refuses to fly because aviation has such an enormous carbon footprint.
The Right’s New Rallying Cry in Finland: ‘Climate Hysteria’
With the immigration issue losing some of its sizzle, populists are now capitalizing on fears of climate activism by liberal, urban elites.