Night Hike Reveals Fluorescence, Bioluminescence, and Citizen Science's Role in Biodiversity
A guided night hike in Maryland's Patuxent River State Park illuminated the fluorescence of lichens and showcased nocturnal wildlife observation techniques, emphasizing citizen science initiatives like iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge to engage the public with biodiversity.
Night Hike Reveals Fluorescence, Bioluminescence, and Citizen Science's Role in Biodiversity
A guided night hike in Maryland's Patuxent River State Park illuminated the fluorescence of lichens and showcased nocturnal wildlife observation techniques, emphasizing citizen science initiatives like iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge to engage the public with biodiversity.
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New Columbia River Treaty Awaits Finalization
A new agreement-in-principle for the Columbia River Treaty, aiming to replace a 60-year-old pact, is set to be finalized by January 20th, offering updated terms addressing past environmental damage, incorporating Indigenous participation, and securing the river's future, though it involves substanti...
New Columbia River Treaty Awaits Finalization
A new agreement-in-principle for the Columbia River Treaty, aiming to replace a 60-year-old pact, is set to be finalized by January 20th, offering updated terms addressing past environmental damage, incorporating Indigenous participation, and securing the river's future, though it involves substanti...
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Argentine Forest Restoration: A Decade-Long Collaboration
A collaborative effort between a Mapuche community, a state corporation, and scientists in Argentina restored 1,200 hectares of forest in Lanín National Park following a 2013-2014 fire, using 20+ kilometers of fencing and terraces, and now focusing on long-term monitoring of growth and regeneration.
Argentine Forest Restoration: A Decade-Long Collaboration
A collaborative effort between a Mapuche community, a state corporation, and scientists in Argentina restored 1,200 hectares of forest in Lanín National Park following a 2013-2014 fire, using 20+ kilometers of fencing and terraces, and now focusing on long-term monitoring of growth and regeneration.
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Yurok Tribe to Regain Ancestral Land in Historic Partnership
The Yurok Tribe will regain control of 125 acres of ancestral land, "'O Rew," in 2026, marking a collaborative effort with the Save the Redwoods League, California State Parks, and the National Park Service to restore the land and preserve the tribe's cultural heritage.
Yurok Tribe to Regain Ancestral Land in Historic Partnership
The Yurok Tribe will regain control of 125 acres of ancestral land, "'O Rew," in 2026, marking a collaborative effort with the Save the Redwoods League, California State Parks, and the National Park Service to restore the land and preserve the tribe's cultural heritage.
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Mongolia and China Expand Environmental Cooperation to Combat Desertification and Protect Biodiversity
Mongolia and China are strengthening their environmental cooperation, focusing on combating desertification, conserving biodiversity, and mitigating climate change through joint projects like the China-Mongolia Desertification Prevention and Control Cooperation Center and the protection of endangere...
Mongolia and China Expand Environmental Cooperation to Combat Desertification and Protect Biodiversity
Mongolia and China are strengthening their environmental cooperation, focusing on combating desertification, conserving biodiversity, and mitigating climate change through joint projects like the China-Mongolia Desertification Prevention and Control Cooperation Center and the protection of endangere...
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China Completes Green Belt Around Taklamakan Desert
China completed a 3,046-km-long green belt around the Taklamakan Desert on November 28th, a 40-year project to combat desertification and improve Xinjiang's environment and economy.
China Completes Green Belt Around Taklamakan Desert
China completed a 3,046-km-long green belt around the Taklamakan Desert on November 28th, a 40-year project to combat desertification and improve Xinjiang's environment and economy.
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Royal Cam: Albatross Livestream Fosters Global Conservation Efforts
Royal Cam, a 24/7 livestream of northern royal albatrosses breeding on New Zealand's South Island, has gained millions of viewers since 2016, fostering a global community and raising awareness about the vulnerable species, despite ongoing threats from pollution and climate change.
Royal Cam: Albatross Livestream Fosters Global Conservation Efforts
Royal Cam, a 24/7 livestream of northern royal albatrosses breeding on New Zealand's South Island, has gained millions of viewers since 2016, fostering a global community and raising awareness about the vulnerable species, despite ongoing threats from pollution and climate change.
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Illegal Succulent Trade Devastates South African Communities
Organized crime is exploiting the global demand for rare succulent plants from South Africa's Succulent Karoo desert, leading to environmental damage, social disruption, and the potential extinction of several plant species; law enforcement seized 1.6 million illegally harvested succulents between 2...
Illegal Succulent Trade Devastates South African Communities
Organized crime is exploiting the global demand for rare succulent plants from South Africa's Succulent Karoo desert, leading to environmental damage, social disruption, and the potential extinction of several plant species; law enforcement seized 1.6 million illegally harvested succulents between 2...
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€40 Million Investment to Support Doñana National Park's Agricultural Sector
Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition will invest nearly €40 million in Doñana National Park, divided into two initiatives supporting sustainable agriculture and land renaturalization in 14 municipalities, as part of a broader €1.4 billion commitment.
€40 Million Investment to Support Doñana National Park's Agricultural Sector
Spain's Ministry for Ecological Transition will invest nearly €40 million in Doñana National Park, divided into two initiatives supporting sustainable agriculture and land renaturalization in 14 municipalities, as part of a broader €1.4 billion commitment.
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Gambia Launches Ambitious Plan to Tackle Plastic Pollution
The Gambia launched a National Action Plan to reduce plastic waste by 86% in 10 years, addressing infrastructure, enforcement, and public awareness; however, concerns remain about funding and the impact on informal waste pickers.
Gambia Launches Ambitious Plan to Tackle Plastic Pollution
The Gambia launched a National Action Plan to reduce plastic waste by 86% in 10 years, addressing infrastructure, enforcement, and public awareness; however, concerns remain about funding and the impact on informal waste pickers.
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Helvellyn Foundation's £2 Million Biodiversity Donation Challenges UK Philanthropy Norms
The Helvellyn Foundation, established during Covid, has donated over £2 million to biodiversity charities, highlighting a shift in UK philanthropy towards impactful giving and challenging the typical focus on wealth accumulation.
Helvellyn Foundation's £2 Million Biodiversity Donation Challenges UK Philanthropy Norms
The Helvellyn Foundation, established during Covid, has donated over £2 million to biodiversity charities, highlighting a shift in UK philanthropy towards impactful giving and challenging the typical focus on wealth accumulation.
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Chilean Forestry Pioneer Awarded for Conservation Work
Carmen Luz de la Maza, a pioneering Chilean forestry engineer, received the Chilean Forestry Science Award for her conservation work, highlighting the economic valuation of nature and advocating for governmental reforestation policies to address slow post-wildfire recovery.
Chilean Forestry Pioneer Awarded for Conservation Work
Carmen Luz de la Maza, a pioneering Chilean forestry engineer, received the Chilean Forestry Science Award for her conservation work, highlighting the economic valuation of nature and advocating for governmental reforestation policies to address slow post-wildfire recovery.
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16% Bias Score