2019, a look back at the top 10 news stories to remember and to share
A look at the 10 most important news stories of 2019 from the point of view of sustainability: to prepare for 2020, the first year of the “climate decade”.
The rapist is you, the Chilean protest song against gender violence that sparked a global movement
Un violador en tu camino – the rapist is you – is an anthem protesting the impunity of gender-based violence. It began in Chile and has become a global flash mob, bringing people to the streets and resonating all over the world.
How demand for avocado is causing Chile’s water to run out
Worldwide increase in demand for avocados especially in Western countries is generating unprecedented consequences in other parts of the world, such as intense water scarcity in Chile’s Petorca region.
Chile, two huge icebergs break off from a Patagonian glacier in just two weeks
In just 15 days, two icebergs that cover thousands of square kilometres broke off from Chile’s Grey Glacier. Such alarming events are taking place more frequently due to rising temperatures.
Chile’s Patagonia National Park is now reality. But it’s missing 5,000 hectares, which will become a mine
Il Parco nazionale Patagonia, in Cile, è stato ufficializzato dal nuovo governo con 304.527 ettari di terra protetti. 5.000 in meno rispetto alle promesse del governo precedente, proprio in un’area dove si vuole portare avanti un progetto per l’estrazione di oro e argento.
Chile is home to the world’s most scenic route, through the parks of Patagonia
Chile has unveiled the Patagonian Route of Parks, an incredible trail that connects 17 national parks with the aim of promoting nature conservation and community development.
Santiago Maldonado, the missing Argentine activist has been found dead
Argentinian activist Santiago Maldonado, who disappeared during a protest in favour of indigenous rights, has been found dead. With congressional elections ahead, the case has shaken the country to its core.
Deadly wildfires are devastating Chile and its native forests
More than 120 hectares of forest, along with houses, farms and fields, have been destroyed by fires in Chile. President Michelle Bachelet: “This is the worst forest disaster in the country’s history”.
Why Chile’s marine wildlife is being killed by unprecedented red tide
The red tide, caused by the blooming of toxic algae, is killing thousands of sea animals off the coasts of Chile.
Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre. On the Trails of the Glaciers conquers two iconic peaks to show the effects of climate change
Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre are two iconic Patagonian peaks, which have helped make Fabiano Ventura’s expedition On the Trails of the Glaciers a great success. Climate change is real and these pictures prove it.