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‘BETWEEN MOON TIDES’ is a documentary film from THE GUARDIAN available for FREE viewing on YouTube. Sea levels are rising in New England at some of the fastest rates in the world. On a quiet ribbon of saltmarsh in Rhode Island, septuagenarian Deirdre isn’t prepared to accept the loss of her beloved saltmarsh sparrow, which…
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In the past, a power cut meant candles, cold food, and crossed fingers. Today, it can mean Netflix still running, laptops charging, and your fridge humming away, all without a single drop of petrol. That’s because a quiet revolution is happening in the way people think about backup and off-grid power. And it’s being led…
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At first glance, this may seem like a silly question, but economic redevelopment and safety from flooding are two good reasons to take the question seriously. The Case for Paying Americans to Move Out of Floodplains https://www.governing.com/resilience/the-case-for-paying-americans-to-move-out-of-floodplains The Economic Benefits of Paying Workers to Move https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-05-29/tulsa-remote-worker-program-reaps-more-benefits-than-costs-study-finds 28 Places That Pay You To Move: Remote Work…
Three Scottish brothers are on a wild 9,000-mile ocean adventure, rowing unsupported across the Pacific to set a world record and raise £1 million for clean water projects in Madagascar. Three brothers, one boat, a potential world record and a 9,000-mile mission for clean water https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/three-brothers-one-boat-potential-090816177.html Related Reading
Despite setbacks in federal climate policies, there’s a growing conservative movement that recognizes the importance of conservation, even as political divides deepen. Nature is Nonpartisan, aims to find common ground and push for practical solutions like funding for water cleanup and park maintenance. Can protecting nature be nonpartisan? https://grist.org/politics/nature-nonpartisan-conservation-make-america-beautifaul-again/ Related Reading
Solar energy is revolutionizing our world, offering a powerful, clean, and abundant source of power that can truly set us free. As the sun’s rays pour down everywhere, it’s transforming how we generate electricity—cheaper, simpler, and more accessible than ever before. This shift isn’t just about saving the planet from climate disaster; it’s about breaking…
A new study shows that the more people live around nature, or even visit nature often, the less they are to drink and smoke – and the study’s authors do not think that’s a coincidence. Those Living Near Nature Drink and Smoke Less, Study Shows https://nicenews.com/health-and-wellness/people-living-near-nature-drink-and-smoke-less Related Reading
“Hear award-winning writers and Orion contributing editors Erica Berry and Meera Subramanian speak about the marvels, the mystery, and the interconnectedness of mushrooms, and how we can live alongside them. The conversation was moderated by FERN’s editor-in-chief Theodore Ross.” Related Reading
A new report has made it clear that community-led climate actions, such as renewable energy projects and policy advocacy, effectively reduce emissions at low costs and foster lasting change. Local efforts have demonstrated significant environmental benefits and broader social co-benefits. Keep it up, y’all! A new report shows how local climate activism leads to ‘remarkable’…
What can one person do? Here’s the story of how one indomitable woman saved the Outer Banks from impending development. How an Indomitable Environmental Activist Saved the Outer Banks From Impending Development https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/how-the-indomitable-carolista-fletcher-baum-saved-outer-banks-ecosystems-from-impending-development-180986536/ Related Reading