Monday, October 11, was the International Day of the Girl. I've been writing and researching about climate change and its impact on mental health for the past two years. According to Project Drawdown, the education of girls internationally is one of the top ten climate change solutions. Unlocking girls' creativity through education can create more innovation and build a better future. Of course it's also the right thing to do. I have two little girls of my own, but they're t

Conversation with Gen Z at Catawba College on Eco-Anxiety

CEO Katrina Spade of Recompose offers the first ever human composting funeral home. Is this the future? Or creepy? Or both?

You might be surprised what Gen Z thinks & how much they know about the climate crisis. Listen - really listen - to what they are saying.

537 votes can make all the difference New York Times Front Page, November 22, 2000. Arrow points to young Heather White with other recount lawyers in Miami, Florida. My #onegreenthing is a not so gentle reminder that 537 votes in Florida made a big difference 20 years ago. Your vote matters! I know because I was a Recount Attorney for fellow Tennesseean Vice President Al Gore. He wrote Earth in the Balance and inspired me to study environmental science and environmental law.

Pando, the world's largest living organism, is a scientific marvel and a powerful metaphor for human connection.

Gazing at the stars near Ennis reminded me of the wonder and tenacity needed for climate action.

Eco-anxiety can create a freeze response. Action creates hope and momentum.