Among the global push for forestry, one African project stands out for its novel approach. Could the Trees for the Future (TREES) effort help to reverse deforestation and desertification? This innovative project, which promotes the conversion of monoculture landscapes into … [Read more...] about How the TREES initiative will help reverse deforestation in Africa
Climate resilience
Innovative drought relief in California: from toilet to tap
California is pioneering a daring strategy of turning sewage into safe, potable water in response to the severe concerns of water scarcity exacerbated by climate change. The State Water Resources Control Board approved laws that allow treated wastewater to flow straight into … [Read more...] about Innovative drought relief in California: from toilet to tap
Nurturing nature: The US launches the biggest-ever survey of nature and wildlife
With the unprecedented National Nature Assessment, the United States is beginning a ground-breaking adventure to protect its natural resources. In a presentation at the Ecological Society of America Conference in Oregon earlier this week, Phil Levin, director of the project and … [Read more...] about Nurturing nature: The US launches the biggest-ever survey of nature and wildlife
Could California’s solar canal project be an answer for climate resilience?
In a state beleaguered by drought, high temperatures, and growing wildfire dangers, the idea of placing solar panels over irrigation canals to address both water loss and climate pollution is finally getting traction. Solar AquaGrid creators Jordan Harris and Robin Raj envisioned … [Read more...] about Could California’s solar canal project be an answer for climate resilience?
Global climate reform: Australia and Norway to stop overseas fossil fuel financing
Australia and Norway have formally joined the Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETP), a historic alliance aiming at ending international public subsidies for fossil fuels. The CETP, also known as the Glasgow Statement, was launched during COP26 in Glasgow and has grown to … [Read more...] about Global climate reform: Australia and Norway to stop overseas fossil fuel financing