#5 - Planetary Boundaries

Welcome to the fifth issue of SHIFT magazine!

The SHIFT team has trawled through hundreds of news sources and stories, turning up our bullshit filter to maximum volume, to bring you August and September’s global affairs highlights…

SHIFT magazine introduces the planetary boundaries framework for understanding the natural limits of our biosphere.

Sean Crawley investigates what is driving the decline of Australia’s iconic Murray cod, and what measures must be taken to pull this vulnerable species back from the brink of extinction.

Dave Gardner deals out a swift reality-check with his critique on techno-optimism and green illusions.

Sarah Moles delves into the insidious undermining of Australia’s most vital of resources: water.

Sometimes living a clean and green life gets chucked in the too-hard basket, but with these top 10 tips on tiny-footprint living, it’s never been easier.

Anneke Vo airs the dirty laundry of the fashion industry, identifies fashion’s victims, and invites us to iron out the creases in what we choose to wear.

Theo Kitchener mulls over how our climate predicament looks through the alternative perspective of a society facing economic collapse.

Cory Morningstar caught up with Jay Taber, associate scholar of the Center for World Indigenous Studies, to shine a light on society’s manufactured blind spots regarding environmental protection.

Guy McPherson dishes up a serving of harsh reality with his analysis of climate feedback loops.

Sean Crawley tackles the tabooest of taboo topics: the population puzzle, unpacking the baggage of a culture hellbent on growth at all costs.

Rebecca Smith examines the underlying causes of destruction of Australia’s greatest natural wonder, the Great Barrier Reef.

Dave Pollard tackles the difficulties facing ordinary people in a landscape of ecological overshoot through the lens of fictional narrative.