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#Earth.Org's 2025 Reader Survey is live! If you're a reader, please spare 10 minutes to share your feedback and help us enhance our work, improve our newsletters, elevate our social media presence, and gather general suggestions to better serve you. earth.org/reader-surve...

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"The delay in #EUDR enforcement is not a signal to pause progress – it is an opportunity to get ahead. Companies that use this time wisely will be best positioned when enforcement begins." writes Anna Roberts, social technologist and Head of Market Development at Interu. earth.org/seizing-the-...

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#Women, especially those of marginalized communities, are disproportionately affected by the consequences of environmental destruction. Still, they remain at the forefront of #ecological restoration efforts as stewards of change. earth.org/women-leadin...

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Earth.Org is excited to present its annual Reader Survey, and we would greatly appreciate your participation. Your feedback is crucial in helping us enhance our work, improve our newsletters, elevate our social media presence, and gather general suggestions to better serve you. tinyurl.com/msacxya2

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The World #Meteorological Organization (WMO) has indicated that the current La #Niña event is expected to be short–lived, with a 60% probability of it ending between March and May 2025, increasing to 70% for the April to June period. ⁠ earth.org/la-nina-even...

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With an average global #temperature of 1.59C, February was the third-warmest February in history, marking the first month since June 2023 that wasn’t either the warmest or second warmest on record.⁠ earth.org/february-was...

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The US #ski industry faces significant challenges due to #climate change, with shorter ski seasons and declining snow cover impacting tourism and revenue. As temperatures rise and snowfall patterns shift, resorts must adapt to safeguard this beloved winter sport. earth.org/the-impact-o...

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#Climate change creates economic challenges as greenhouse gas emissions incur societal costs not reflected in market prices. #Carbon pricing addresses this by assigning a cost to emissions, encouraging accountability for their social and environmental impacts. earth.org/the-history-...

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) launched the first phase of its Blue Visa program – a 10-year residency aimed at people who have made exceptional contributions towards #environmental #sustainability. earth.org/uae-launches...

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This weekly round-up brings you key #climate news from the past seven days, including #Trump’s latest moves to halt key climate efforts in and outside the US and Europe’s new AI-powered weather monitoring system. earth.org/week-in-revi...

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The #Trump administration terminated a flagship foreign aid program to support renewable #energy projects and increase electricity access across Africa, where more than 600 million people – or 43% of the population – still lack reliable access. earth.org/trump-ends-u...

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As COP16 talks resume, experts emphasize the urgent need for governments to enhance #biodiversity finance. Without increased investment, the commitments of the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework risk remaining unfulfilled, jeopardizing ecosystems and human well-being. earth.org/as-cop16-tal...

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#British Petroleum (BP) has announced plans to increase its #oil and gas investments to $10 billion annually, a 20% increase, while simultaneously cutting its #renewable energy budget by some $5 billion. ⁠ earth.org/bp-increases...

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Classified as “Vulnerable” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the future of #polar bears hangs in a delicate balance, threatened by #climate change and rising human-bear conflicts as they venture further afield in search of food. earth.org/polar-bear-s...

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#Europe's new #AI-powered weather forecasting model, the Artificial Intelligence Forecasting System (AIFS), promises up to 20% greater accuracy than traditional methods. It offers reliable predictions for up to 15 days while consuming about 1,000 times less energy. earth.org/europes-new-...

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Founded in 1988 by the World Meteorological Organization and the United Nations #Environment Programme, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is the climate science arm of the United Nations. #IPCC informs policymakers on the crisis and its potential future risks. earth.org/what-is-the-...

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The #Trump administration has withdrawn the U.S. from crucial discussions on the upcoming #IPCC climate assessment, signaling a retreat from global climate leadership ahead of a key meeting in Hangzhou, #China. earth.org/trump-pulls-...

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Discover how #ski resorts are adapting to #climate change with innovative strategies like snowmaking, slope development, and market diversification to ensure a #sustainable future in a warming world. earth.org/adapting-to-...

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"[New Zealand] needs to stop tarnishing our global reputation to pander to a handful of renegade bottom trawling companies," writes former New Zealand #PM Helen Clark. earth.org/it-is-time-f...

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The war in #Ukraine has become the largest source of #carbon emissions in the country, according to a new report marking the third anniversary of Russia's invasion. Emissions reached over 230 metric tons of CO2 equivalent (MtCO2e) by the end of the third year of conflict. earth.org/warfare-now-...

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Historical studies of fires reveal how #ecosystems recover and benefit #biodiversity and resilience. Recently, it has become clear that climate change is affecting recovery stages, with humans playing a role in either aiding or hindering this process. earth.org/how-ecosyste...

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The #US Agency for International Development (USAID) has long been a cornerstone of #international development assistance. However, on January 20, its status as the largest bilateral donor was suddenly revoked with a 90-day funding freeze, leaving its future uncertain. earth.org/the-usaid-fu...

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Ryan Honary, a finalist for The Earth Prize 2024, is deploying his wildfire sensor with the Orange County Fire Authority. This initiative is a welcome response to recent #wildfires worldwide, from #Los Angeles to Portugal, as communities seek solutions for future threats. earth.org/17-year-old-...

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In this relatively compact volume, rather than focusing on geological or meteorological processes, Beckert takes on the topic from a social sciences point of view: what are the social, #political, and #economic drivers and structures that brought us to this point? earth.org/book-reviews...

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#Electric vehicles, due to their share of the energy-related carbon dioxide #emissions, are crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, making electrification of the sector an essential strategy in meeting the targets set by the Paris Agreement. earth.org/balancing-ac...

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Explore Earth.Org's analysis of #Trump's second cabinet, filled with #fossil fuel advocates and #climate skeptics. Discover their plans to reverse environmental protections and reshape US energy policies in favor of "energy dominance." earth.org/meet-trumps-...

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As global landscapes and #climate are changing, zoonotic and vector-borne diseases are emerging as major health concerns. Understanding #environmental factors influencing these diseases is crucial for future health security. earth.org/environmenta...

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About 80% of #land trusts offer public access to over 1.2 million acres and 9,761 miles of trails, attracting 16 million visitors in 2020. The Trust for Public Land found that maintenance costs are offset by higher property values and tax revenues. earth.org/local-land-c...

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This weekly round-up brings you key #climate news from the past week, including findings from two new studies on progress on the Paris Agreement, the EU’s new emissions reduction target, and #Trump’s ban on paper straws. earth.org/week-in-revi...

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Support is growing for a global tax on shipping #emissions, likely to be agreed upon at a #UN meeting next week. Over 50 countries are backing a proposal to charge commercial vessels a flat fee for #carbon emissions. earth.org/governments-...

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The #European Union’s executive is expected to propose a law to set a new interim #emissions-reduction target at 90% by 2040, a move that places the bloc a step closer to its decarbonization goal. earth.org/eu-to-propos...

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While companies recognize the need for supply chain transparency for #EUDR compliance, significant challenges remain, particularly for those sourcing from high-risk areas. Compliance requires precise geolocation data in due diligence statements to regulators. earth.org/ai-and-block...

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President Donald #Trump signed an executive order on Monday that takes aim at paper straws, claiming they “don’t work.” The order reverses a Biden administration policy aimed at eliminating single-use plastics from federal food service by 2035 to combat #plastic pollution. earth.org/trump-signs-...

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The consequences of #desertification are devastating, affecting food security, #biodiversity, and the stability of economies. Understanding the connection between climate change and desertification is crucial to mitigating its impact. earth.org/desertificat...

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The planet might be on track to breach a key #global warming threshold “earlier than expected,” two new papers warned on Monday. This puts us closer to a #temperature limit we have pledged to do everything we can to avoid crossing. earth.org/paris-agreem...

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Italy may be on its way to reintegrate #nuclear power into its energy mix. On January 23, Minister of the #Environment and Energy Security Gilberto Pichetto Fratin submitted the draft of a new bill to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, beginning the necessary policy process. earth.org/italy-set-to...

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A recent #UNICEF analysis found that more than 100 children under five die each day in East Asia and the Pacific due to air #pollution. The study highlights that all 500 million children in the region are exposed to unhealthy air quality levels. earth.org/over-100-dai...

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The night sky, rich with stars, has inspired humanity for centuries. However, light #pollution from cities makes it harder to see stars. This form of pollution is an increasing cause for concern, as nearly 7 in 10 people globally are projected to live in cities by 2050. earth.org/chasing-star...

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This weekly round-up highlights significant #climate news from the past week, featuring concerning temperature trends for January and a recent study that confirms climate change played a role in the devastating fires in Los Angeles. earth.org/week-in-revi...

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The #UN climate chief, Simon Stiell, declared the transition to clean #energy "unstoppable," highlighting its substantial benefits. He noted that countries gain from cleaner energy through job creation, reduced pollution and health costs, and enhanced economic growth. earth.org/un-climate-c...

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Researchers studied #hydrogen production intentions for 2023, analyzing 1,232 global projects. They found that high associated costs were significant barriers, leading to implementation in only 7% of announced projects. earth.org/the-hydrogen...

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January stood out as an anomalous month in #temperature terms, becoming the #hottest January recorded despite the arrival of a cooling weather pattern. C3S reported that January's surface air temperature of 13.23C was above the 1991-2020 average, calling it "surprising." earth.org/unexpected-j...

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Author and photographer, Micheal Henry explores the social history of the #greenbelt concept, emphasizing that "Ontario's Greenbelt is said to be the largest in the world," and highlights its role in a global movement that has been developing for over 100 years. earth.org/book-reviews...

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A study from Oregon, US, found #plastic fragments and human-made particles in #seafood, confirming earlier research on food chain contaminants. Researchers sampled 182 species, detecting microplastics in 180 samples, including pink shrimp, Chinook salmon, and lingcod. earth.org/scientists-f...

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Fast fashion harms the #environment by increasing carbon #emissions, pollution, and waste. Around 100 billion garments are produced annually, yet consumers wear only half of their wardrobes. The demand for fast fashion allows brands to deliver items within weeks of design. earth.org/will-fast-fa...

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Reduced rainfall and an abundance of dry vegetation due to human-induced #climate change have worsened the recent #LA wildfires, a new study has confirmed as it warned of escalating fire conditions as the climate crisis worsens. earth.org/hotter-drier...

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During his first term, Donald #Trump, a #climate change denier, rolled back over 100 environmental regulations, including dismantling the Clean Power Plan, weakening the Endangered Species Act, and reducing oversight under the National Environmental Policy Act. earth.org/trump-2-0-ac...

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#Canada's six largest banks have left the Net-Zero Banking Alliance, including Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), which is the latest to exit, following Toronto-Dominion, Bank of Nova Scotia, Bank of Montreal, National Bank of Canada, and Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce. earth.org/canadas-bigg...

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Worsening extreme weather results in escalating property #damage costs, which in turn drives up insurance claims and premiums. As #insurance companies respond by raising rates and dropping customers, the financial burden of repairing and rebuilding becomes significant. earth.org/nobodys-insu...

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#Climate disasters worsen maternal health inequities in underserved black and brown communities in the southern United States. #Wildfire smoke and extreme heat increase risks such as preterm birth and hypertension, while hurricanes and flooding disrupt prenatal care. earth.org/climate-disa...

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