Buena B - Environment & Climate Series

Pushing boundaries with Latinx voices in the climate change and environmental conversation. Explore news, stories, and insights on eco-living, sustainability, and the impact of Latinx perspectives on our planet 🌲🦋

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Latina Inventors Are Building the Future of Sustainability—From Nopal Bioplastics to Water Filters

Latina Inventors Are Building the Future of Sustainability—From Nopal Bioplastics to Water Filters

While global leaders debate policy, Latina scientists are building solutions now—rooted in community needs and environmental reality. From nopal-based bioplastics to shrimp-shell filtration and smart agriculture sensors, these innovators show what climate progress looks like on the ground.

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Ecofeminism in Latin America: How Latinas And Indigenous Women Are Leading Climate Justice in 2025

Ecofeminism in Latin America: How Latinas And Indigenous Women Are Leading Climate Justice in 2025

Ecofeminism has become a powerful movement in Latin America. Latinas and Indigenous women are shaping global climate policy with solutions rooted in care, sustainability, and resistance.

Why Climate Change Is Forcing Millions in Latin America to Migrate — And What’s Being Done

Why Climate Change Is Forcing Millions in Latin America to Migrate — And What’s Being Done

Climate change is triggering a wave of migration across Latin America, as droughts, floods, and extreme heat push millions from their homes. With no legal recognition under international refugee law, many face displacement in silence, navigating a system unprepared for the climate refugee crisis.

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We Are Guardians: A Powerful Documentary on Indigenous Rights and Deforestation in the Amazon

We Are Guardians: A Powerful Documentary on Indigenous Rights and Deforestation in the Amazon

Award-winning documentary "We  Are  Guardians" follows Indigenous leaders as they fight to protect the Amazon from illegal loggers, ranchers, and powerful interests. Produced by Leonardo DiCaprio and co-directed by Indigenous filmmaker Edivan Guajajara.

Meet Marce la Recicladora: The Colombian Activist Using Social Media to Transform Recycling

Meet Marce la Recicladora: The Colombian Activist Using Social Media to Transform Recycling

Meet Marce la Recicladora, created by Colombian activist Sara Samaniego to highlight Bogotá’s informal recyclers. Through social media, Marce educates on proper recycling, challenges stigmas, and inspires change, showing how small actions can turn trash into treasures and empower communities.

2024 Record-Breaking Amazon Rainforest Fires Wreaking Havoc on Ecosystems and Indigenous Communities

2024 Record-Breaking Amazon Rainforest Fires Wreaking Havoc on Ecosystems and Indigenous Communities

Record-breaking wildfires ravage South America in 2024, devastating ecosystems and indigenous communities. Brazil and Bolivia face unprecedented challenges as carbon emissions soar and air quality plummets. Governments declare emergencies, while local communities form brigades to combat the crisis.

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Latinas Fight Against Climate Change, Ominous Rising Ocean Temperatures Hurt Marine Life

Latinas Fight Against Climate Change, Ominous Rising Ocean Temperatures Hurt Marine Life

Florida's seawater hits a record 101.1°F, threatening coral reefs and marine life. Latina activists like Nicole and Sandra combat the escalating heat crisis.

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Latinos seek sustainable solutions in the face of fast fashion growth

Latinos seek sustainable solutions in the face of fast fashion growth

Enterprises like Sew Loka, Ecocitex, and PazLifestyle are spreading across the continent to provide solutions to the textile waste problem generated by fast fashion.

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5 Indigenous and Latina Environmental Activists to Celebrate on Earth Day (and Beyond!)

5 Indigenous and Latina Environmental Activists to Celebrate on Earth Day (and Beyond!)

Earth Day is April 22. Thankfully, each year, this day brings attention to the planet, and how it’s imperative that we take care of it. But, righting the wrongs done against the environment is an everyday task, and not enough people are on board to tackle issues such as

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Latinx Activists Have Written These Books on the Environment You Need to Read

Latinx Activists Have Written These Books on the Environment You Need to Read

We Latinxs have been in a close relationship with the Earth since the days of our Indigenous ancestors. We have lived on the planet, grown and eaten its food, and used to give back to it as much as we benefited from it. It’s sad how much things have

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