How to Save the Planet: What are the challenges in making the planet more sustainable?

Sep 20, 2020

A burning tract of the Amazon jungle is seen near Apui, Amazonas State, Brazil, August 11, 2020. In the dry season ranchers and land speculators set fires to clear deforested woodland for pasture. Blazes can rage out of control, fueled by the swirling wind and dry foliage. Wildlife flee from the smoke and flames. REUTERS/Ueslei Marcelino SEARCH "BRAZIL ANIMALS" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH "WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES - RC2OTI9EEQK4

We've made some progress on environment-focused SDGs, but significant work remains, especially on climate change. Image: REUTERS/Ueslei Marcelino

Samantha Sault

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