Imagine animal and plant populations INCREASING by 60% by 2030. The #science is clear: restoring biodiversity is imperative to our future on the planet. That’s why it’s one of the 9 Planetary Boundaries. Learn more at planetary-boundaries.com

What if we got it right on #biodiversity? 🙏

The loss of species abundance poses a serious threat to biodiversity and ecosystem functionality. The Atlantic ehn.org/protecting-spe…

It's World Environment Day! Everything we do, whether it’s brushing our teeth or driving to the store, impacts the #environment. #PlanetaryBoundaries help us understand how & why, empowering us (+ policymakers!) to take actions supporting an environment that supports human life.

Over one-third of the global marine catch is underreported. Thanks to the Sea Around Us research, these critical data exist to support conservation efforts 🌊📉 #SeaAroundUs25 bit.ly/sau25yearsrepo…

Air pollution from fossil fuel production alone kills 7,500 people a year in the U.S., while exacerbating 420,000 existing asthma cases and triggering 2,200 new incidences of childhood asthma. dailyclimate.org/oil-and-gas-po…

Research shows wildfire smoke is a major health hazard, but many Americans continue to disregard the risks. The Atlantic ehn.org/people-should-…

1/3 of the world’s lands are degraded. To protect our lands here are just 3⃣ things we can do 👇 via Food and Agriculture Organization

In #Kenya 🇰🇪, farmers like Beth Nyokabi are increasing their farm productivity and income while mitigating emissions — both on the field and at home — thanks to a green solution supported by Green Climate Fund and Acumen. Learn more g.cf/fp005 via Green Climate Fund

Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown sets the record straight on former President Donald Trump’s comments about Vice President Kamala Harris and a harrowing “helicopter ride.” abc7ne.ws/3yza6lJ

“The value of biodiversity is that it makes our ecosystems more resilient, which is a prerequisite for stable societies; its wanton destruction is akin to setting fire to our lifeboat.” - 2024 Tyler Prize winner Johan Rockström

Big conservation news! Today, US Department of the Interior announced the Willamette Valley Conservation Area in western Oregon as the newest unit of the National Wildlife Refuge System! The 600-acre parcel will provide crucial protected habitat for threatened and endangered species.

On this #worldozoneday, it's time to talk about the impact of satellites. When they burn up, they damage the ozone layer, says a new study. With some 100,000 satellites projected in future, it's time to call for intl guidelines to protect life on Earth: t.ly/G1Xkv

Your vote matters #ClimateWeek #ProtectOurPlanet

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Remembering Dr. Warren Washington, #TylerPrize winner: "for young #AfricanAmerican #scientists, there were not many of us in the 1990s, and he was like our North Star guiding us through an unknown terrain." A moving tribute: shorturl.at/EsyJi

People who love Portland, Oregon, will tell ya to embrace the rain – that's why flowers bloom here almost year-round 🌸 Here's how to decide the best time for your trip: lonelyplanet.com/articles/when-…

Great reminder! The 2025 enrollment window for Medicare health and drug plans is open through December 7. If you need help enrolling, call 1-800-722-4134 (toll-free). oregonlive.com/health/2024/10…

Seven major datasets used to train audio-generating AI models are three times more likely to use the words "man" or "men" than "woman" or "women", raising fears of bias. newscientist.com/article/245574…

Today and every day, we honor our nation’s veterans. Thank you for your service.