Seagrass meadows are rapidly expanding near inhabited islands in Maldives – here’s why
Hopefully, the unexpected – yet welcome – success of seagrass in the Maldives is a cause for conservation optimism.
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What the H5N1 scare tells us about ourselves and our society
I don’t know whether there is an H5N1 “bird flu” pandemic in our future. We humans think we can build moats around our modern way of life that protect us from the natural world. All the while we have actually been building the equivalent of superhighways into the heart of human society everywhere due to our dense living arrangements and global travel and trade.
Rewilding the American Serengeti
Intact North American prairie is often referred to as the “American Serengeti” because of the abundance of biodiversity found on the landscape. As a keystone species, bison are integral to creating habitat for other prairie animals
How vital is indigenous knowledge in sustainable development?
The journey towards sustainable development demands respect for Indigenous values and a willingness to learn from their centuries-old wisdom. By bridging traditional knowledge with contemporary advancements, we forge a path toward inclusive growth and sustainable futures for all.
A National Climate Action Plan
To create a common consensual vision around which the national climate movement could mobilize, a broad civil society gathering should be convened to attract the leadership of all environmental and climate action groups and set the stage for the National Climate Action Plan.
The US is losing wetlands at an accelerating rate − here’s how the private sector can help protect these valuable resources
Until states and Congress pass new laws to prevent wetlands from being destroyed, we see action by businesses and nongovernment organizations as the most promising substitute.
How an Aboriginal woman fought a coal company and won
In 2019, Australia was on the cusp of approving a new coal mine on traditional Wirdi land in Queensland that would have extracted approximately 40 million tons of coal each year for 35 years. But that didn’t happen, thanks to the advocacy of Murrawah Maroochy Johnson, a 29-year-old Wirdi woman of the Birri Gubba Nation, who led a lawsuit against the coal company in 2021, and won.
The Climate According to Numbers
The point is, the physical science basis is a term intended for science, and it makes most sense within those boundaries where its meaning and limitations are understood. It’s when it crosses the border to society that things get weird, where you suddenly you wake up to discover everything from forests to farms to whales have been reduced to carbon quantities, and life itself is being financialized.
Break the Silence, Free Congo
As violent militias rampage across the country, activists in the DRC are urgently calling for an end to Rwanda’s aggression and for a green transition that puts justice first, dismantling colonial exploitation once and for all. François Kamate, a young Congolese activist, shares his experience and offers pathways to solidarity.
Extinction Rebellion and The Poor People’s Campaign Ought to get Married
Perhaps XR and the Poor People’s Campaign ought to get married. It may not be a perfect marriage – few are – but, rather, a marriage of convenience. I’d rent a tux and be there enthusiastically in time for the vows.
Facing a Surge in Wildfires, the U.S. Government Turned to Native Wisdom and Advanced Archaeology
Collaborative efforts between forest agencies and Indigenous communities are improving wildfire management by combining oral histories with long-term archaeological datasets, demonstrating the value of integrating an understanding of the past into solutions for a better future.
What’s the difference between Indigenous nations co-managing or co-stewarding their land? A lot.
Co-stewardship is a broad term that describes agreements made between federal agencies and tribal nations to hash out shared interests in the management of federal lands. Co-management refers to a stronger tribal presence and decision-making power.