Critical analyses of unchecked, unregulated capitalism, the persistent assumptions of imperialism and colonialism, and alternative structures and possibilities
| them
“The fights against climate disaster and U.S. imperialism are interdependent: while opposing militarism reduces emissions and preserves biodiversity, moving away from an extractive relationship with our biosphere weakens imperialism’s hold on the earth.” Author: , published November 9, 2021
| Atmos
In the sixth report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, colonialism was named for the first time “as a historical and ongoing driver of the climate crisis.” Atmos explores the significance of this statement. Author: , published April 4, 2022
| Foreign Policy
“Pursuing climate ambitions on the backs of the poorest people in the world is not just hypocritical—it is immoral, unjust, and green colonialism at its worst.” This article argues that fighting the climate crisis requires wealthy nations to invest in poor countries, not suppress their development. Author: , published November 3, 2021
| Environmental Health News
“We need to contend with the root causes of climate change and environmental degradation: colonialism and capitalism. These systems originally meant to kill and dispossess Indigenous people have directly harmed the environments shaped by their stewardship.” Authors: and , published November 4, 2021