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John R. Platt

is the editor of The Revelator and an award-winning environmental journalist whose work has appeared in dozens of publications around the world. 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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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
by
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
by
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.
Climate Change

Yes, Your Friends and Neighbors Want to Talk to You About Climate Change

Really, they do — they just don’t think you want to talk about it. So stop being afraid of pushback, break the “climate silence,” and start a conversation.
April 21, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Really, they do — they just don’t think you want to talk about it. So stop being afraid of pushback, break the “climate silence,” and start a conversation.
Extinction Countdown

Bird Bias? New Research Reveals ‘Drab’ Species Get…Less Research

Focusing on brightly plumaged and “familiar” birds can leave important conservation questions unanswered — and even put less attractive species at risk.
April 18, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Focusing on brightly plumaged and “familiar” birds can leave important conservation questions unanswered — and even put less attractive species at risk.
Environmental Books

This Land Is Our Land: New Books About Public Lands, the Threats They Face, and Their Ecological Importance

These new books cover challenges to our shared land, ranging from Indigenous appropriation to current corporate grabs.
April 16, 2025
by
John R. Platt and Colleen M. Crary, Ph.D.
These new books cover challenges to our shared land, ranging from Indigenous appropriation to current corporate grabs.
Editorials

Coming to The Revelator: Exclusive Tom Toro Cartoons

The cartoonist will shine a satirical light on some of the biggest environmental problems of the day, including the extinction crisis.
April 8, 2025
by
John R. Platt
The cartoonist will shine a satirical light on some of the biggest environmental problems of the day, including the extinction crisis.
Voices

Save This Species: Sumatran Orangutans

The “people of the forest” won’t live in the wild much longer if we keep chopping down their rainforest homes.
March 24, 2025
by
John R. Platt
The “people of the forest” won’t live in the wild much longer if we keep chopping down their rainforest homes.
Voices

Call for Submissions: Save This Species

Have you worked with or advocated for an imperiled, rare, or fascinating species? We want to share your stories and support efforts to protect these endangered plants and animals.
March 24, 2025
by
John R. Platt
Have you worked with or advocated for an imperiled, rare, or fascinating species? We want to share your stories and support efforts to protect these endangered plants and animals.

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