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Sierra Club
May 8, 2024
Kate Aronoff
The Sierra Club and Its Union Are Trading Accusations
A new unfair labor practice charge alleges that the environmental group plans to lay off half of the union’s bargaining committee, including an employee who is pregnant.
April 5, 2024
Kate Aronoff
Inside the Meltdown at the Sierra Club
Employees at the prominent environmental organization describe chaos, threats, and escalating conflict.
July 7, 2023
Kate Aronoff
The Fight Between the Sierra Club and Its Union Is Getting Ugly
The green giant is doing battle with its employees’ union following a major shake-up in May.
May 17, 2023
Kate Aronoff
What the Hell Is Going On at the Sierra Club?
The progressive organization now faces two National Labor Relations Board charges and widespread criticism from staff, following chaotic layoffs.
June 14, 2018
Emily Atkin
The Fight for the Right to Be Cremated by Water
"Aquamation," a greener form of body disposal, is gaining acceptance in America. But some powerful groups are fighting to stop it.
April 20, 2017
Emily Atkin
Earth Day Is Too White and Out of Touch With Reality
Why is the annual event so benign and toothless when the threats to the planet—particularly to its most vulnerable populations—are so severe?
April 12, 2017
Emily Atkin
Why the U.S. Government Is Crucial to Saving the Planet
Michael Bloomberg argues in a new book that cities and business are the key to reducing global warming. He's forgetting something.
November 30, 2015
Emma Foehringer Merchant
How the Environmental Movement Has Changed
September 30, 2009
Jackson Lears
The Usefulness of Cranks
September 29, 2009
Anthony T. Grafton
The Forest and the Trees
September 15, 2009
Lydia DePillis
Abortion: The Third Rail of Climate Policy?
June 10, 2008
Dayo Olopade
Taking A Dive
November 24, 1997
Jason Zengerle
Water Over the Dam
August 7, 1995
Anthony T. Grafton
The Forest and the Trees
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