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"Humans can destroy the environment so quickly, but allowing it to recover is so difficult, and so much longer.” click to access the Chinese version Before Wang Min-ling became the Executive Director of Citizen of the Earth, Taiwan, her connection to environmental protection began with something much smaller: a tree in her childhood home. Before she even started kindergarten, her family decided to expand their house because they needed more space. To make room, a tree in thei

Part 3 of the "Three Generations, One Planet" series. Nick has witnessed decades of environmental change. His memories offer a glimpse into a world where nature was not something to visit—it was simply part of everyday life. What's your earliest memory of nature? "The first thing that comes to mind is the sounds of birds and insects chirping and squeaking. There used to be cicadas chirping when summer started coming around, but it became less common over time, especially afte

Part 2 of the "Three Generations, One Planet" series. Claire grew up in a neighborhood where children spent their afternoons outdoors. Looking back, she reflects on how both cities and daily life have transformed—and why protecting the environment feels increasingly urgent. What's your earliest memory of nature? "My neighbors used to have pigs in their yards, and my friends and I used to hang out on the small hill behind our homes." What environmental issue concerns you the m

Part 1 of the "Three Generations, One Planet" series. Climate change is often described as the defining challenge of today's youth. But what does that really look like from the perspective of someone who has grown up alongside constant conversations about global warming? Meet Eve, a 17-year-old high school student. She shares her earliest memories of nature, her concerns about the environment, and how her views have evolved over time. What's your earliest memory of nature? "M

Different generations. Same questions. One shared planet. How do different generations view the environment? Does age shape the way we think about nature, sustainability, and our responsibility toward the planet? In this interview, I invited people from different generations to answer the same five questions. By comparing their perspectives, I hope to explore how environmental values evolve over time while highlighting the shared hopes that connect us all. Meet the Interviewe

Sometimes, making environmental changes seems impossible. The impact one person makes seems so insignificant compared to the amount of pollution and waste being caused every day. But with a group of people, the level of impact becomes noticeable and actual. That's why I discovered the non-profit organization—RE-THINK. RE-THINK is an organization founded by Daniel Gruber and Jason Huang. The motivation behind RE-THINK was simple. While walking through Taiwan’s mountains and co

The first step is making sure the cigarette is completely extinguished. A lit cigarette should never be thrown directly onto the ground, into plants, or into trash bins without being put out first, as it can easily start fires. Smokers can gently press the cigarette against an ashtray or a nonflammable surface until the ember is no longer burning. After extinguishing it, the cigarette butt should be placed in a proper trash bin or ashtray. If no ashtray is available, carrying

In our school, every student has to cycle through Taiwan in 12 days during their sophomore year. I know it sounds fun, but yeah, no. I also thought it sounded fun at first, but wow, definitely not after I started learning how to ride a bike. Learning how to ride a bike is definitely not easy for a teenager who got traumatized by falling off the bike when she was six. However, somehow, after the loop of practicing and falling, I finally managed to learn how to ride the bike.

Sometimes I just wish people could just teleport themselves to wherever they want. Like today. Today is an extremely stormy day. Days like this genuinely make me want to rot in my bed and do nothing, but I'm still out there staying strong and going to school. This already sounds bad, but that's not it. On my way to school, cars and trucks are speeding past me, splashing water all over the road, which definitely sounds like a total fun for someone whose socks are already 80% w

Do you know the song "Cigarette Daydreams" by Cage the Elephant? "Cigarette, Daydreams, You were only seventeen." This song is like a subtle breeze that takes you back to those small but important moments during your teenage years, bringing a sense of nostalgia. However, in the place I live, cigarettes don't just exist in memories or songs. They exist in our daily lives, as litter, lying on the road, sidewalks, pavements, and almost everywhere. In Taiwan, around 9 million cig