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“The world marked the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on Wednesday.” (Reuters)

The left calls for renewed collective action in order to avert the harmful effects of climate change.

The right is skeptical of overly pessimistic climate predictions and calls for a re-evaluation of priorities in climate policy.

Earth Day started in 1970, emerging from the student-driven anti-war movement of the 1960s and a growing awareness of environmental degradation just one year after a massive oil spill in Santa Barbara. This weekend, Earth Day is coming to a city near you. This story first appeared in Globe NH | Morning Report, our free newsletter focused on the news you need to know about New Hampshire,

CLEVELAND, Ohio - If you were dabbing sweat off your face waiting for the fireworks to start on the Fourth of July, you were likely not alone. Tuesday was the hottest day for the entire planet since at least 1979, with Earth’s average temperature reaching 62.92 degrees Fahrenheit, according to U.S. National Centers for Environmental Prediction data. While it is the warmest day since the late

Naperville Park District and the City of Naperville are collaborating with other local organizations and governments to celebrate Earth Week Naperville. This community effort commemorates the 53rd annual Earth Day, which is April 22, centered on the theme, “Invest in Our Planet.” The community is invited to participate in special events, volunteer projects, or ongoing eco-friendly initiatives