Martina is an environmental journalist based in Hong Kong. She holds two Bachelor's degrees, one in Journalism and one in Translation and Interpreting Studies as well as a Master's degree in International Development. Passionate about writing and languages, her interests include sustainability and the role of public policy in environmental protection, especially in developing countries. She has extensive experience working as a journalist and in 2020, she joined the outreach team of the United Nations Global Communication Department. She currently works for Earth.Org and is the website's main writer and editor.
Earth is home to 8 billion people, 300,000 plant species, about 10 million animal species, and over 600,000 types of […]
We recently spoke to 11-year-old Romario Valentine, a young eco-warrior and author of Protect our Planet – Take action with […]
On August 19, we celebrate International Orangutan Day. Here are some fascinating facts about these highly intelligent animals for kids […]
Happy World Elephant Day 2022! These animals play a vital role in their ecosystems and contribute to tourism and community […]
A new report published last month showed that Australia’s animals have experienced a huge decline in recent years. Now, most […]
In recent years, scientists have perfected space technologies. These allow us to send people into space for exploration purposes. However, […]
Every year on 26 July, we celebrate the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. On this day, […]
Overfishing refers to a situation when fish are caught faster than their stocks can be replenished, resulting in the species […]
The climate crisis is rapidly intensifying environmental issues and extreme weather events around the world. Floods, wildfires, and droughts are […]
The vaquita is a marine mammal that exists in only one place in the world, the Gulf of California. Because […]
Space debris – or ‘space junk’ – is any natural or man-made particle that surrounds the Earth or is in […]
We generate more than 380 million tonnes of plastic waste each year, and 8 million tonnes of it end up […]
A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire that burns in a forest, grassland, or urban area. The vast majority of wildfires […]
When we talk about nuclear energy, we refer to the energy that is concentrated in the centre (or nucleus) of […]
Technology has given rise to fast fashion. As new trends are generating huge profits for companies, they are also having […]
Happy World Rainforest Day! On this day, we celebrate the importance of tropical rainforests. From providing the habitat to millions […]
Happy World Sea Turtle Day! These amazing creatures are not only beautiful animals but they also show incredible perseverance and […]
Wind power is one of the most valuable and widespread renewable energy sources we have today. It is not only […]
Deforestation refers to the process of clearing or cutting down forests. Humans have always cut down trees. However, in recent […]
Happy World Environment Day! To celebrate this important occurrence, we prepared a list of 5 fun and interesting facts about […]
Birds play a critical role in maintaining natural ecosystems. They help control pests, pollinate plants – which ensures food security […]
The meat industry accounts for nearly 60% of all greenhouse gas emissions from food production. Similarly, high emissions are also […]
Not everyone knows that bees are extremely essential for the health of people and the planet. Unfortunately, environmental degradation caused […]
Scientists estimate that around one million animals live in the ocean. From sharks and rays to reptiles, just under 3,000 […]
Every year, we throw away almost one-third of the food we produce. Yet, so many people around the world do […]
In celebration of National Endangered Species Day, which in 2022 falls on May 20, we recognise the animals around the […]
The world has been relying on oil, coal, and natural gas as the main sources of electricity for over 150 […]
There are many young climate activists that are leading the way on climate action and fighting the biggest environmental threats […]
We are producing, using, and throwing away more plastic than we ever did before and, whether we like it or […]
In 2018, a Swedish teenager named Greta Thunberg started something revolutionary, inspiring young activists around the world to fight climate […]
April 25 is World Penguin Day and to celebrate, we are bringing you 5 interesting facts about these iconic aquatic […]
In 2015, the United Nations created 17 goals to promote sustainable development in the world. They define the future we […]
One of the terms we use a lot when we talk about climate change is ‘net-zero emissions’. What do we […]
To better understand the dangers of global warming and the best ways to help change and protect our planet, we’ve […]
Solar power is a valuable energy source that can be used to heat buildings and produce electricity. It is the […]
Over 800 million people, most of which live in poor countries, do not have enough to eat. At the same […]
Renewables are made from natural resources on our planet, like wind, water, and sunlight. They are incredibly valuable energy sources, […]