Living on Earth: Public Radio's Environmental News Magazine
Living on Earth is a public radio program and podcast that explores environmental news and issues. It covers a wide range of ecological topics, including climate change, conservation, scientific advancements, and environmental justice. The resource offers accessible discussions and in-depth reporting suitable for understanding current environmental challenges.
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收录于
2026年3月18日
学科与领域
biology · ecology
年级范围
八年级–十二年级（高四）
页面类型
Article
简介
Living on Earth: May 8, 2026 Summary
- International Fossil Fuel Coalition: A new "coalition of the willing" met in Colombia to discuss transitioning away from fossil fuels, bypassing the stalled UN COP process. Greenpeace International’s Rodrigo Estrada provided insights on the event.
- South Korean Climate Litigation: Borim Kim and her organization, Youth 4 Climate Action, won a historic 2024 ruling at the South Korean Constitutional Court. The case, which argued the government was endangering future generations, is the first successful youth-led climate litigation in Asia and earned Kim the 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize.
- Chevron Legal Ruling: The US Supreme Court ruled (8–0) that a $745 million judgment against Chevron/Texaco for environmental damage in Louisiana must be moved to federal court. Justice Clarence Thomas argued that Chevron’s WWII-era production of military aviation fuel classified them as federal agents, exempting them from state court jurisdiction.
- Climate Advocacy in Music: Adam Met, bassist for the indie-pop band AJR, discussed the band's efforts to mobilize young fans toward climate advocacy, including signing petitions, joining local groups, and voting.
- Poetry Feature: Author Aimee Nezhukumatathil shared her poem "Saturnine," reflecting on themes of motherhood and letting go.
- Field Notes: Explorer-in-Residence Mark Seth Lender contributed observations on coastal storms and shorebird behavior.
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