Pope Francis
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Fossil fuel companies knew in 1979 that carbon dioxide emissions would cause the Earth to warm, creating undesirable consequences for the Earth. By 1981, the Exxon scientist concluded that the burning of fossil fuels could be catastrophic for some of the world’s population by 2030. The choice between huge profits and the possibility of harming… Read more
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It is important that we determine and recognize those who have been heroes or villains in our efforts to protect the environment. Please nominate those who have affected the environment the most by word or deed in 2015. Read more
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It is not just religious leaders and climate scientist who are concerned, but business leaders who are aware that climate change will hurt the world’s economy. Over 81 big-name corporations have signed on to the President’s “Act on Climate Pledge” aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read more
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The 2014 Environmental Hall of Fame/Shame contest was carried out on four websites and the votes were combined to determine those who had the most impact on the environment, good or ill. This article announces the 2014 winners and their prizes. Read more
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Voting is now open for the 2014 Hall of Fame and Hall of Shame Awards to determine those who have most affected the environment through their actions. A list of nominees and a poll for voting is given in this article. Please help select the winners. Read more
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Aristotle argued that a stable democracy required a strong middle class. The Pope, in his recently published Exhortation, argues against the ideology hurting the poor and destroying the middle class. This article examines how the income inequality came about and how it could be corrected. Read more
