From conspiracy theorists to oil-dependent energy giants, environmental degradation and exploitation range from a non-existent practice to a necessary evil, in order to meet our needs.
In contrast, however, the evidence and testimonies of scientists, environmental groups, and indigenous communities paint a very different story.
As such, said groups, especially the latter, have taken it upon themselves, due to a lack of state will or capacity, to defend the world’s environment.
On the other hand, as with any endeavour that dares to call to light vested malicious interests, the risks associated with activists can be fatal.