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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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Sustainability

Murder and Intimidation of Environmental Activists Hits Record Levels

At least 207 people around the world were murdered in 2017 for standing up to agribusiness, mining and wildlife trafficking.
July 24, 2018
by
John R. Platt
At least 207 people around the world were murdered in 2017 for standing up to agribusiness, mining and wildlife trafficking.
Great Indian bustard
Extinction Countdown

Is the Great Indian Bustard About to Go Extinct?

Only one male has turned up at the birds’ breeding grounds this year — and he’s too young to breed.
July 23, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Only one male has turned up at the birds’ breeding grounds this year — and he’s too young to breed.
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Wildlife

Trump Administration Proposes Dramatic Cuts to Endangered Species Act Protections

The move comes the same day as a new study that shows overwhelming support for the environmental legislation.
July 19, 2018
by
John R. Platt
The move comes the same day as a new study that shows overwhelming support for the environmental legislation.
ac/dc
Pollution & Toxins

Sorry AC/DC, Rock and Roll Is Noise Pollution

A head-banging new study proves that loud music shakes, rattles and rolls the ecosystem.
July 13, 2018
by
John R. Platt
A head-banging new study proves that loud music shakes, rattles and rolls the ecosystem.
gray wolf
The Ask

The Ethics of Saving Wolves

The relationship between wolves and people raises deep questions that we still need to answer, says environmental ethicist and philosopher Michael Paul Nelson.
July 11, 2018
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John R. Platt
The relationship between wolves and people raises deep questions that we still need to answer, says environmental ethicist and philosopher Michael Paul Nelson.
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The Ask

What Do Wolves Need to Thrive?

Biologist Carter Niemeyer says gray wolves can only survive if we embrace wild spaces and scientific truth, not hatred and fear.
July 11, 2018
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John R. Platt
Biologist Carter Niemeyer says gray wolves can only survive if we embrace wild spaces and scientific truth, not hatred and fear.
Scott Pruitt
Pollution & Toxins

‘Polluting Pruitt’ Finally Gets the Boot — What Happens to the EPA Next?

Will the infamous EPA administrator get to keep his soundproof phone booth? And will anything change at the EPA itself?
July 6, 2018
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John R. Platt
Will the infamous EPA administrator get to keep his soundproof phone booth? And will anything change at the EPA itself?
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Environmental Books

Beach Reads and Big Ideas: The 15 Best New Eco-books for July

Books coming out this month examine wildlife crime, polluted cities, the diversity of bees and how democracy can stand up to climate change.
July 5, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Books coming out this month examine wildlife crime, polluted cities, the diversity of bees and how democracy can stand up to climate change.
California condor
Extinction Countdown

Saving California Condors — With a Chisel and Hand Puppets

Conservationists have helped to save North America’s largest bird from extinction, but it’s still important to give every chick a chance to fly free.
June 28, 2018
by
John R. Platt
Conservationists have helped to save North America’s largest bird from extinction, but it’s still important to give every chick a chance to fly free.
Rev. Billy Talen
The Ask

We Need Bold Protests, Says ‘Stop Shopping’ Activist Rev. Billy Talen

The often-arrested social activist discusses his court case against Monsanto and the lessons it offers for other protestors.
June 27, 2018
by
John R. Platt
The often-arrested social activist discusses his court case against Monsanto and the lessons it offers for other protestors.

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