Jean-Pierre Quignard, an Ichthyology professor, discusses the severe consequences of warming Mediterranean waters. He candidly admits that as a fish researcher, he sees no solutions to the climate

Jean-Pierre Quignard, an Ichthyology professor, discusses the severe consequences of warming Mediterranean waters. He candidly admits that as a fish researcher, he sees no solutions to the climate change modifications impacting his field.

Uploaded December 17, 2009, this GoodPlanet Foundation project is based on 7Billion Others, an initiative by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, and supported by BNP Paribas.

Goal 3 focuses on empowering women. A significant challenge is that one in seven girls in developing countries marries before the age of 15.

The "7

Goal 3 focuses on empowering women. A significant challenge is that one in seven girls in developing countries marries before the age of 15.

The "7 Billion Others" project created new films across 16 countries to highlight the Millennium Development Goals.

For more information, visit Development Matters.

On January 1, 2013, Shell's Kulluk drilling platform ran aground on Sitkalidak Island, Alaska, amidst 40 mph winds and 20-foot seas. A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew overflew the scene,

On January 1, 2013, Shell's Kulluk drilling platform ran aground on Sitkalidak Island, Alaska, amidst 40 mph winds and 20-foot seas. A Coast Guard MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crew overflew the scene, captured in a U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 1st Class Sara Francis.

This incident highlighted ongoing concerns about Arctic drilling. For further insight, read the Ocean Doctor blog post, "Lessons of BP Deepwater Horizon: Unlearned and Now Unleashed in Alaska."

Love Canal, a neighborhood in Niagara Falls, New York, became a national story in the late 1970s. Lois Gibbs organized residents to protect children from the 20,000 tons of toxic waste buried in

Love Canal, a neighborhood in Niagara Falls, New York, became a national story in the late 1970s. Lois Gibbs organized residents to protect children from the 20,000 tons of toxic waste buried in the ground.

This excerpt is from "American Masters: Fierce Green Fire," which aired on PBS. A 90-minute version of the film is available via Netflix, iTunes, and on DVD. Learn more at www.pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters.

Existing buildings consume 72% of our nation's electricity, much of which is wasted. This significant consumption, often from fossil fuels, impedes our ability to transform the energy system and

Existing buildings consume 72% of our nation's electricity, much of which is wasted. This significant consumption, often from fossil fuels, impedes our ability to transform the energy system and prevent runaway climate change.

Join the movement to address this critical issue. Visit RMI.org/stand to get involved.

Millions are being displaced from their land due to special corporate rights, a trend significantly influenced by the World Bank's