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Deforestation in the Amazon has halved in the last few years

Sustainability by numbers • 266 implied HN points • 18 Dec 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation Deforestation Sustainability Biodiversity Climate change
  1. Deforestation in the Amazon has significantly decreased, halving over the past few years, thanks to new policies and leadership.
  2. Lula da Silva's administration has made real progress in reducing forest loss, following a troubling period of increased deforestation under the previous president.
  3. While the trend is positive, challenges remain and ongoing efforts are crucial to meet the target of ending deforestation by 2030.

You flood it, you pay for it.

The Crucial Years • 1195 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Deforestation Green Technology Environmental Impact
  1. States are considering 'climate superfund' laws to hold Big Oil accountable, treating disasters as toxic dumps caused by corporations.
  2. Legislators are working to make Big Oil pay for the climate damage they cause, with Vermont leading the way in potentially adopting such laws.
  3. The transition to renewable energy, along with laws holding fossil fuel industry accountable, is vital to combat climate change and protect communities.

Spills, Pipes, Deforestation’s Rhyme: Rainforests Carbon Crime

Adetokunbo Sees • 104 implied HN points • 09 Nov 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Oil Spills Carbon Emissions Biodiversity Environmental Policy
  1. Oil spills are a big problem in rainforests like the Amazon and Niger Delta, damaging the environment and hurting local wildlife.
  2. These rainforests help absorb carbon dioxide, which is important for fighting climate change, but oil extraction is making this harder.
  3. Without cutting back on oil drilling and protecting these forests, we risk releasing a lot of carbon back into the atmosphere, making climate change even worse.
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Fish are going extinct. Birds are going extinct.

Adetokunbo Sees • 208 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
🌞 Climate & Environment Extinction Deforestation Global Emissions
  1. Consumerism, deforestation, and overfishing are major factors leading fishes like Java Stingaree and other animals to the brink of extinction.
  2. Global consumption patterns show a significant rise in freshwater usage fueled by increasing population and per capita spending over the years.
  3. To address climate change and prevent the extinction of species like the vaquitas porpoise, sustainable consumption, responsible fishing, and forest regeneration are vital.

Water withdrawal, depletion, demand: the World's Wells are in Trouble

Adetokunbo Sees • 208 implied HN points • 09 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Carbon Emissions Climate change
  1. Groundwater depletion is a global issue affecting multiple countries from the United States to India and Africa.
  2. Millions of wells are at risk of running dry due to excessive water withdrawal for agriculture and industry.
  3. Increased demand for water and deforestation are exacerbating climate change by accelerating carbon emissions and global temperatures.

If We Lose the Amazon, Plant Medicine Goes With it 🌳💀

Tripsitter • 99 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation Indigenous rights Wildlife Deforestation Activism
  1. The Amazon rainforest is in danger due to activities like oil extraction, logging, and mining, threatening unique plant medicines and indigenous cultures.
  2. Multiple organizations are working tirelessly to protect the Amazon, indigenous territories, and fight against illegal activities disrupting the rainforest.
  3. Conservation efforts are complex, require long-term stability and consistency, and face challenges such as profit-driven destruction, political instability, and risks to activists.

How do I Choose an a Sustainable Forestry Certification?

Green Graphic Design • 78 implied HN points • 04 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Certifications Sustainability Ecosystems Deforestation
  1. To choose a sustainable forestry certification, prioritize those that consider both environmental and human impact
  2. Consider forest conservation and Indigenous land rights when selecting a forestry certifier
  3. The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a global certification to look for due to its considerations for biodiversity and Indigenous rights

Is deforestation in the Amazon falling?

Sustainability by numbers • 145 implied HN points • 09 Aug 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Amazon Brazil Environmental Policy Conservation efforts
  1. Deforestation rates in the Amazon have fallen by 42% compared to last year.
  2. Lula da Silva, the new Brazilian president, has seen success in reducing deforestation since taking office.
  3. Getting deforestation down to zero will take time and effort due to economic trade-offs and the need for a multi-country approach.

Eco-tips #1: Stuff you can do for the environment

Technology, Environment, and Art • 19 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Consumption Conservation
  1. Avoid investing in companies contributing to deforestation by researching your retirement funds.
  2. Check if your country has signed the UN High Seas Treaty to protect the oceans and international waters.
  3. Reduce consumption by consuming less and opting for resource-efficient alternatives to cultivate an attitude of respect for the environment.

What’s the beef? Diet as a climate solution

WeBeGreen • 19 implied HN points • 17 Oct 22
🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Deforestation Water Benefits
  1. Animal agriculture is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water consumption, making a shift to plant-based diets crucial for reducing environmental impact.
  2. Livestock farming for meat production leads to deforestation, habitat loss, and biodiversity decline, emphasizing the importance of considering the environmental impact of food choices.
  3. Factory farming practices in animal agriculture not only harm animal welfare but also contribute to antibiotic resistance, disease risks, and chronic human health issues, highlighting the need for a transition to more sustainable and plant-based food systems.

Add Deforestation to Drought, and it's no surprise crazy carbon emissions come from Forest Fires, Greenhouse gases

Adetokunbo Sees • 3 HN points • 30 Jun 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Deforestation Greenhouse Gases Climate change Environmental policies
  1. Deforestation contributes to crazy carbon emissions from forest fires and greenhouse gases.
  2. Countries like Brazil, the DRC, and Bolivia play a significant role in global forest loss and carbon emissions.
  3. Policies can effectively reduce deforestation rates and help mitigate the impacts of climate change.

🌳 Ecosia

Good Business, Better World • 1 HN point • 17 Feb 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Conservation Biodiversity Deforestation Renewable Energy Climate action
  1. Ecosia is a search engine that plants trees with over 168 million trees planted so far.
  2. Ecosia generates revenue through ads to fund tree planting and operates based on an impact model where clicks on ads support planting trees.
  3. Founder Christian Kroll started Ecosia after failed attempts at other internet ventures and the company focuses on environmental features in search results to promote climate-conscious decisions.

Legal Jiu-Jitsu

A Natural Language • 0 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Legal Court Cases Deforestation Environmental Activism
  1. Defanging the climate narrative in court makes sense by exposing the corruption and environmental malfeasance fueling it.
  2. It is important to reach out to different types of lawsuits defending against environmental actions, land seizures, and liberty restrictions.
  3. Cease and desist letters can be sent to enablers, confronting green investment funds about misleading claims, and advocating for soil-friendly farming practices.