Stories by Tara Lohan

Tara Lohan is a senior editor at AlterNet and editor of the new book Water Matters: Why We Need to Act Now to Save Our Most Critical Resource. You can follow her on Twitter @TaraLohan. subscribe to Tara Lohan's feed

Watch: Bill O'Reilly-Loving Climate-Denier Breaks Down After Watching Documentary 'Chasing Ice,' Vows to Stop Climate Change

Posted on: Nov 27, 2012, Source: AlterNet

The new documentary "Chasing Ice" is life changing. Here's why.

'Fracking Is Fun' -- Writer Describes New Museum Exhibit Opening With Funding From Big Oil

Posted on: Nov 26, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Here's a firsthand account of a trip to the new Perot Museum of Nature and Science.

5 Crucial New Findings About Climate Change

Posted on: Nov 21, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Five new reports prove that if we don't take our heads out of the sand immediately, we'll be in really hot water.

While Germany Is Headed for 80% Renewable Energy, We're Getting Left in the Dust

Posted on: Nov 21, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Osha Gray Davidson discusses his new book "Clean Break," about the keys to Germany's success with renewables and why the U.S. is getting its butt kicked.

Energy Independence for America Is a Worthy Goal -- But It's a Death Wish If We Do It with Oil & Gas

Posted on: Nov 14, 2012, Source: AlterNet

New report says US is poised to become THE world leader in extracting fossil fuels.

Obama Wins and So Does the Planet (Mostly): 6 Key Environmental Victories From Election Night

Posted on: Nov 7, 2012, Source: AlterNet

There was a notable upset on a green initiative in Michigan and the defeat of GMO labeling in California, but here is some of the good news.

California Voters: What You Need to Know About Important State Ballot Initiatives

Posted on: Nov 1, 2012, Source: AlterNet

From the death penalty to GMO foods to union-busting attacks, here's a breakdown of the most crucial propositions.

NYC Mayor Bloomberg Endorses Obama, Cites Sandy and Climate Change as Deciding Factors

Posted on: Nov 1, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Is hurricane Sandy shifting the winds on climate change and politics?

Only a Revolution in Our Thinking Can Save Us From a Water Crisis

Posted on: Sep 26, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Cynthia Barnett's new book, "Blue Revolution" issues a call for an American water ethic.

Global Frackdown Begins Tomorrow

Posted on: Sep 21, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Shell Suspends Arctic Drilling ... For Now

Posted on: Sep 19, 2012, Source: AlterNet

5 Crazy Schemes We May Turn to For More Water

Posted on: Sep 19, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Desperate times call for desperate measures: Some of the projects on the table are far-fetched, but others may actually come to fruition.

Are Your Favorite National Parks Under Threat From Drilling? Find Out

Posted on: Sep 12, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Reuters' Math Fail! Why GM Is Not Losing $49k Per Chevy Volt

Posted on: Sep 12, 2012, Source: AlterNet

World's Biggest Commodities Trading Company Excited to Cash in on Drought, Hunger

Posted on: Aug 24, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Local Residents Battle Ag Giant Cargill Over Development Plans Along the San Francisco Bay

Posted on: Aug 23, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Romney's New Energy Plan Would Doom Humanity

Posted on: Aug 23, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Here's a frightening look at what a Romeny-Ryan ticket looks like for the environment and our future.

Deadly Truck Traffic: The List of Impacts From Fracking Grows

Posted on: Aug 14, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Drought, Blistering Temperatures and Raging Fires: Are We Screwed? 5 Facts You Should Know

Posted on: Jul 27, 2012, Source: AlterNet

If we combine our knowledge with action, we may have a fighting chance.

It's Time for Parents to Help Tackle Climate Change

Posted on: Jul 19, 2012, Source: AlterNet

John Robbins: Life on the Frontlines of the Food Revolution

Posted on: Jul 15, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Author John Robbins talks about the science of soy, meat production, our "disease care system," and how MLK Jr. influenced his work.

"The Sky Is Pink": Josh Fox's New Video Takes on Industry Lies and Media Spin on Gas Drilling

Posted on: Jun 27, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Time to Ditch Our Profit-Hungry Corporate Economy: Here's What the Future Could Look Like Instead

Posted on: Jun 10, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Marjorie Kelly's new book explains how we can create a "generative economy" that is focused on sustaining life rather than extracting profit.

Is Ohio About to Enact the Worst Fracking Law Yet?

Posted on: May 31, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Amazon Communities Develop Innovative Water Solutions After Environmental Devastation

Posted on: May 24, 2012, Source: AlterNet

There Is a Way! Beyond the Big, Bad Corporation

Posted on: May 21, 2012, Source: AlterNet

New corporate models focus on ownership, governance, sustainability and social benefit.

'Last Call at the Oasis': Why Time Is Running Out to Save Our Drinking Water

Posted on: May 11, 2012, Source: AlterNet

A new film provides a much-needed wake-up call for Americans: Our false sense of water abundance may be our great undoing.

Obama Administration Caves to Fracking Companies on Major Regulation

Posted on: May 4, 2012, Source: AlterNet

BP Covered Up Another Well Blowout 2 Years Before Gulf Disaster

Posted on: Apr 19, 2012, Source: AlterNet

The Business of a Better World: Can a New Kind of Corporation Save Us and Our Economy?

Posted on: Apr 15, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Corporations by today's definition, are obligated to make as much money as they can. But a new kind of corporation is changing that and potentially our economy, too.

5 Ways Virginia May Be the Worst State in the Nation

Posted on: Mar 29, 2012, Source: AlterNet

It isn't known for being a bastion of liberalism, but even for a 'purplish' state, Virginia has taken extraordinarily conservative actions recently.

Natural Gas Exxposed: The Video ExxonMobil Doesn't Want You to See

Posted on: Mar 29, 2012, Source: AlterNet

5 Deadly Threats to Our Precious Drinking Water Supply

Posted on: Mar 21, 2012, Source: AlterNet

World Water Day is a chance to stop and realize that humanity is facing a frightening water crisis.

Are We Ready to Kiss Our Big Dams Goodbye?

Posted on: Mar 17, 2012, Source: AlterNet

San Francisco's major source of drinking water comes from Yosemite's Hetch Hetchy, but there's a growing campaign to have the reservoir drained and returned to the park.

GOP's Latest Attempt to Push Through Keystone Pipeline Fails

Posted on: Mar 8, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Climate and Water Analyst Peter Gleick Admits to Leaking Heartland Documents

Posted on: Feb 20, 2012, Source: AlterNet

San Francisco Police Department Releases 'It Gets Better' Video

Posted on: Feb 12, 2012, Source: AlterNet

Finally! Trader Joe's Signs on to Fair Food Agreement for Farm Workers

Posted on: Feb 9, 2012, Source: AlterNet

1.25 Billion Chicken Wings? The Vast Amounts of Crappy Food Americans Consume on Super Bowl Sunday

Posted on: Feb 2, 2012, Source: AlterNet

We've somehow turned watching a sport into eating (and drinking) like it's a sport.

New Study Shows Child Abuse Rate in Homes With Lesbian Parents Is Zero

Posted on: Jan 9, 2012, Source: AlterNet

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