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John R. Platt

is the editor of The Revelator. An award-winning environmental journalist, his work has appeared in Scientific American, Audubon, Motherboard, and numerous other magazines and publications. His “Extinction Countdown” column has run continuously since 2004 and has covered news and science related to more than 1,000 endangered species. He is a member of the Society of Environmental Journalists and the National Association of Science Writers. John lives on the outskirts of Portland, Ore., where he finds himself surrounded by animals and cartoonists.
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Editorials

18 Things to Do for Yourself, Wildlife, and the Planet Before Summer’s End

Our annual recommendations offer ways to recharge, make the most of the season, and come back ready to fight for progress.
August 13, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Our annual recommendations offer ways to recharge, make the most of the season, and come back ready to fight for progress.
Reviews

Earth Versed: 10 New Poetry Books About Our Relationship With Nature

From a collection set in a landfill to an author’s cultural exploration of a critically endangered species, these books celebrate Earth and mourn its destruction.
July 30, 2025
by
John R. Platt
From a collection set in a landfill to an author’s cultural exploration of a critically endangered species, these books celebrate Earth and mourn its destruction.
The Ask

A Memoir of Resistance Shows Readers the Dangers of Fossil-Fuel Pipelines — and How to Fight Them

Holler, Denali Sai Nalamalapu’s new graphic novel, shares the stories of everyday people who stood up against the Mountain Valley Pipeline.
July 25, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Holler, Denali Sai Nalamalapu’s new graphic novel, shares the stories of everyday people who stood up against the Mountain Valley Pipeline.
Climate Change

How to Get AI Out of Your Google Search Results

Three simple keystrokes will deliver search results that consume less energy and water — and probably contain better information.
July 14, 2025
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John R. Platt
Three simple keystrokes will deliver search results that consume less energy and water — and probably contain better information.
Editorials

An Early ‘Independents’ Day?

What if a few moderate Republicans stood up and left their party? A bold move could weaken Trump and help democracy and the planet.
June 20, 2025
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John R. Platt
What if a few moderate Republicans stood up and left their party? A bold move could weaken Trump and help democracy and the planet.
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Public Lands & Protected Spaces

What’s Being Done to Public Lands Is a Crime

The hosts of the true-crime podcast “National Park After Dark” discuss the dangers public lands face — and how people can stand up to protect them.
June 6, 2025
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John R. Platt
The hosts of the true-crime podcast “National Park After Dark” discuss the dangers public lands face — and how people can stand up to protect them.
Extinction Countdown

From the Archives: An Okapi Tragedy, a New Beginning

In 2012 a militia murdered two rangers, other officials, and 14 animals at the Okapi Conservation Center. This year brought an important update.
May 21, 2025
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John R. Platt
In 2012 a militia murdered two rangers, other officials, and 14 animals at the Okapi Conservation Center. This year brought an important update.
Editorials

Why The Revelator Banned AI Articles and Art

Artificial intelligence consumes too much energy and water and produces too much pollution for any ethical person or organization who cares about the planet to use it.
May 13, 2025
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John R. Platt
Artificial intelligence consumes too much energy and water and produces too much pollution for any ethical person or organization who cares about the planet to use it.
En Español

Sí, tus amigos y vecinos quieren hablar contigo sobre el cambio climático

Quieren hacerlo, pero simplemente creen que tú no quieres hablar del tema. Hablamos sobre ello con Margaret Orr, autora principal de un estudio que invita a romper el "silencio climático" e iniciar conversaciones en torno al cambio climático.
May 5, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Quieren hacerlo, pero simplemente creen que tú no quieres hablar del tema. Hablamos sobre ello con Margaret Orr, autora principal de un estudio que invita a romper el "silencio climático" e iniciar conversaciones en torno al cambio climático.
Pollution & Toxins

The Polluting Paper Mill That Helped Inspire the First Earth Day

Earth Day coordinator Denis Hayes grew up in Camas, Washington, surrounded by natural beauty and unchecked pollution.
April 22, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Earth Day coordinator Denis Hayes grew up in Camas, Washington, surrounded by natural beauty and unchecked pollution.

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