Thursday, April 10, 2025

Tree keepers: Where sustaining the forest is a tribal tradition

The Menominee tribe of Wisconsin has sustainably harvested its woods for nearly 170 years, providing a model for foresters worldwide. Amid climate change and other threats to the forest, the tribe continues to follow a traditional code: Let the healthy trees keep growing.

Trump withdraws US from Paris agreement in second term

While the withdrawal was expected, environmental organizations criticized the move and countries are steadfast on moving forward with climate action without the U.S.

Multi-stage, four-year plan to bolster endangered butterfly population underway in California

Behren’s Silverspot butterfly, a federally endangered species since 1997, was once seen in abundance along the Northern California coast.

Corporate promotion of carbon capture and storage contradicts science, study finds

Report shows oil and gas companies are spreading confusion over the science of climate change solutions, leading to “misguided” ideas behind CCS use.

Trump EPA pick Lee Zeldin backed by Texas fracking billionaire Tim Dunn

Zeldin is part of the America First Policy Institute, a pro-Trump think tank Dunn founded that pushes anti-climate policies.

‘A wake-up call’: Study finds extinction risk for 30% of tree species

“Strengthened action is urgently required to prevent further species extinctions and restore damaged and degraded ecosystems.”

Tens of thousands throng streets of Glasgow demanding climate justice

Organizers say over 100,000 people joined the protests, with 300 other demonstrations taking place around the world.

EU accused of inviting fossil fuel executives to COP28 under false pretenses

More fossil fuel lobbyists were granted access to the Dubai summit than any previous year.

22% of San Joaquin Valley residents breathing chemical pesticides, study finds

While the toxicity of some of the detected compounds has been shown through studies, the potential adverse effects of others on humans is unknown.

23 gone, countless more to save

Are you angry about the extinction of the ivory-billed woodpecker and 22 other species? Good. Use it.