The Standard • October 11, 2023

Environment, Explained: Felling of Sycamore Gap tree highlights eco-violence, disregard for nature

Hello there! Welcome back to another year of “Environment, Explained” where I share my take on current climate news. In this entry, I will be dissecting the felling of the Sycamore Gap tree Sept. 27 and how this incident reflects a culture of eco-violence and environmental terrorism within our society.

The Standard • March 1, 2023

Environment, Explained: Climate anxiety must be more prevalent in our community

Contribution to the "Confronting the climate crisis" online package

The Standard • December 6, 2022

Environment, Explained: UN Climate Change Conference appears unpromising

The 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change – more commonly known as COP27 – took place in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt this year, spanning Nov. 6-20.

The Standard • April 25, 2022

Environment, Explained: High School classes should embrace more paperless opportunities

Throughout my time in high school, I have been pleased by the community’s receptiveness to combatting the climate crisis with sustainable solutions. Yet, one facet of the school’s eco-friendly potential remains untapped: reducing paper waste.

The Standard • February 1, 2022

Environment, Explained: how to navigate sustainable clothes shopping

To begin, what is sustainable fashion? Often used as an umbrella term for environmental advocacy within the fashion industry, sustainable fashion – also known as slow fashion – is an ongoing movement working toward ensuring every stage of the clothes manufacturing process operates sustainably and ethically.

The Standard • November 23, 2021

Environment, Explained: UN Climate Change Conference evaluates climate crisis

COP26, the annual UN Climate Change Conference, was a summit at which global leaders represented their countries and discussed how to most effectively combat climate change. The event took place in Glasgow, Scotland from Oct. 31 until Nov. 12.

The Standard • October 19, 2021

Environment, Explained: Insecurities perpetuate the vegan stigma

While veganism has become increasingly popular over the last decade, not much change has followed regarding society’s fixed mindset on the subject. After reducing my consumption of animal products these past few months, I have noticed various negative reactions to my new diet, despite its positive ecological impact.

The Standard • September 14, 2021

Environment, explained: July 2021 temperatures soar due to greenhouse gases

This July, the world experienced its warmest month in the 142 years since observation stations began keeping record of temperatures. Due to the increase in carbon dioxide emissions, summer inhabited an array of extreme weather events.

The Standard • June 16, 2021

Environment, explained: Eden Project preserves natural habitats, biodiversity

The Eden Project, located in Cornwall, nurtures plant life in biomes – large, environmentally-friendly domes. In 2001, the organization opened to the public with the objective of conserving nature and making it accessible to all.

The Standard • May 10, 2021

Environment, explained: Dubai’s “Sustainable City” fosters urban sustainability

From its glamorous air-conditioned malls to its indoor ski resort, Dubai is rarely considered an ecological role model because of its extraneous power usage. Yet, the emirate known for having a carbon-heavy footprint is now pushing to be at the forefront of environmental reform.

The Standard • April 12, 2021

Environment, explained: top 5 changes you can make in light of Earth Day

Hello, and welcome back to Environment, explained. As Earth Day is quickly approaching, my second article for this column will be dedicated to how the holiday first emerged and what actions can be taken within our community to protect the environment.

The Standard • March 8, 2021

Environment, explained: recycling, how to really make a difference

Hello readers! My name is Eden. Let me introduce to you my environmental awareness column. Once a month, I am going to investigate an environmental issue that impacts either the ASL community or is a cause for action on a governmental level.