How Do We Define ‘Environmental Justice’? Firstly, before understanding how and why does climate change and its induced disasters affect poor/ under privileged and marginalized communities more than others, we need to understand the concept of “Environmental Justice“. Simply put, Environmental Justice can be defined as the fair and just implementation of laws, policies and […]
Impact of Growing Water Scarcity on Women -Climate Injustice
The Cases of Climate Injustice: With the climate change movement taking a strong hold in various communities and media across the world, there are some other key issues being brought up as well. One such theme is that of Climate Injustice which may perhaps be the most important one out of all. This is the […]
Environmental Justice: Ensuring Equity and Sustainability for All
Introduction: In recent years, the concept of environmental justice has gained significant attention as societies grapple with the pressing challenges of environmental degradation and social inequality. Environmental justice seeks to address the disproportionate burden of environmental harm borne by marginalized communities and advocates for fair treatment, meaningful participation, and equal access to a clean and […]
The Nexus between Human Rights and Climate Change
The nexus between climate change and human rights is a complex and multifaceted issue. The full enjoyment of human rights depends upon the harmonious relationship between human nature and Mother Nature. We need to look at climate crises through a human rights lens and recognize our dependence on nature as air, water, food and shelter, […]
What is Climate Anxiety or Eco-Anxiety? – Causes and Effects
What is meant by the term Climate Anxiety or Eco- Anxiety? As we hear about the concerns and environmental issues being reported and raised, everyday brings a new worry about the current climate issues and the natural disasters brought on as a result of it. This worry, concern, fear and tension arising due to climate […]
What Is Green Colonialism? – Everything You Need To Know
What is Green Colonialism? Green Colonialism, also known as Eco-colonialism, Environmental Colonialism or Climate Colonialism is the practice of one country making or taking decisions and actions in another, under the pretext of benefit to the environment and by using influence to make policies and developmental strategies or technology that benefits one country/ group of people […]
Urgency of Climate Justice for Mountain Communities of Pakistan
Introduction: The poor and vulnerable mountain communities of Gilgit Baltistan emitting lowest carbon are suffering the most from climate change. For just and sustainable climate and environment, we need to look at the climate crises through a human right lens and belief in working together to create a better future for present and future generations. […]
What is Climate Justice and Why Is It Important?
What is Climate Justice? Climate change, by its very nature, is a societal issue that can disrupt anyone’s everyday life in a variety of ways. However, not all environmental consequences are treated equally, nor are they dispersed in the same way. Climate change has substantial impacts on historically oppressed, underprivileged or disadvantaged groups, from harsh […]
Karachiites Demand Climate Justice – Climate March Karachi
What is Climate Justice? In climate change, one term climate justice is used. “Climate justice” is a concept, and more than that, a campaign, that recognizes that changing climate can have varying societal, financial, population health, and other negative effects on disadvantaged communities. Climate justice organizations are working to confront these injustices head-on with lengthy […]
Environmental Journalism Now Crucial And Dangerous Than Ever
INTRODUCTION Journalism is a profession that enlightens ordinary people about current hot topics whether they are related to politics, environment, military, power, war, or anything. The spread of journalism is casting light on two aspects of society, the one that raises the voice for truth and the other that conceals the truth with misinformation. Read: […]