The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn more: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn more: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org

Janine Benyus – Becoming a Welcome Species: Biomimicry and the Art of Generous Design

Apr 10, 2025

 If humans are to come home to this planet, we need to

Janine Benyus – Becoming a Welcome Species: Biomimicry and the Art of Generous Design

Apr 10, 2025

 If humans are to come home to this planet, we need to become a welcome species, a gift-giver to the places we inhabit. Janine Benyus, the world-renowned “Godmother of Biomimicry,” and her colleagues at Biomimicry 3.8 have been demonstrating what it takes to design human settlements—cities, village, homes, and businesses—that create the same ecological gifts as the wildland next door. 

In this presentation, she helps us imagine a city that functions like a forest—storing the same amount of water, cleaning and cooling the same amount of air, cycling as many nutrients, and nurturing as much biodiversity. She also shares inspiring news about some of Biomimicry 3.8’s “Project Positive” initiatives that reveal that this regenerative vision is indeed achievable and within our reach, if we are able to quiet our human cleverness sufficiently to be able to ask: What would Nature do here?

Learn more about Janine Benyus' work at https://biomimicry.net/

Janine Benyus – Becoming a Welcome Species: Biomimicry and the Art of Generous Design

Apr 10, 2025

If humans are to come home to this planet, we need to become a welcome

Janine Benyus – Becoming a Welcome Species: Biomimicry and the Art of Generous Design

Apr 10, 2025

If humans are to come home to this planet, we need to become a welcome species, a gift-giver to the places we inhabit. Janine Benyus, the world-renowned “Godmother of Biomimicry,” and her colleagues at Biomimicry 3.8 have been demonstrating what it takes to design human settlements—cities, village, homes, and businesses—that create the same ecological gifts as the wildland next door. 

In this presentation, she helps us imagine a city that functions like a forest—storing the same amount of water, cleaning and cooling the same amount of air, cycling as many nutrients, and nurturing as much biodiversity. She also shares inspiring news about some of Biomimicry 3.8’s “Project Positive” initiatives that reveal that this regenerative vision is indeed achievable and within our reach, if we are able to quiet our human cleverness sufficiently to be able to ask: What would Nature do here?

Learn more about Janine Benyus' work at https://biomimicry.net/

Recently a one-of-a-kind video was captured by a remotely operated submersible near the Atlantic Ocean’s South Sandwich Islands. It reveals a living colossal squid swimming many leagues

Recently a one-of-a-kind video was captured by a remotely operated submersible near the Atlantic Ocean’s South Sandwich Islands. It reveals a living colossal squid swimming many leagues under the sea — and it’s a juvenile, likely under a foot long. Adults, who have never been filmed alive, are believed to grow up to 23 feet long and weigh over 1,000 pounds. They generally live in Antarctic waters at depths of more than 3,200 feet.

With graceful movement, a transparent body, and glowing eyes, this baby is a beauty.

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About the Center:

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501c3 nonprofit headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. At the Center, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive.

We want those who come after us to inherit a world where the wild is still alive.

We are sharing an episode from our friends at Future Ecologies. Future Ecologies (https://www.futureecologies.net/) is a podcast exploring our eco-social relationships through stories, science,

We are sharing an episode from our friends at Future Ecologies. Future Ecologies (https://www.futureecologies.net/) is a podcast exploring our eco-social relationships through stories, science, music, and soundscapes. Every episode is an invitation to see the world in a new light — weaving together narrative and interviews with expert knowledge holders. We will be back next week with an episode of the Bioneers. Here is more about the episode we are featuring:






Food security, climate adaptation, and vibrant biodiversity all in one place — welcome to the ancient and diverse technologies of Sea Gardening.


 


These widespread (but often overlooked) monumental rock features are proof positive of thriving Indigenous maricultural systems all around the Pacific Rim, since time immemorial.


 


These spaces are not only simply stunningly beautiful spots to hang out, they're also a powerful symbol of eco-cultural restoration; of Indigenous sovereignty, self-determination, and internationalism; of relationship building; and of the kind of future that is possible as we adapt to a changing climate and rising sea levels. We hope you find them as inspiring as we do.


 


Join us as we visit a sea garden, learn about how they work, and meet a few of the people bringing them back to life.


 


Visit futureecologies.net/listen/fe-6-2-sea-garden (http://futureecologies.net/listen/fe-6-2-sea-garden) for full credits, links, citations, photos, a transcript, and more.

In 2024, the removal of four dams on the Klamath River marked a historic victory for an Indigenous-led movement, achieving the largest river restoration project in history. A revolutionary

In 2024, the removal of four dams on the Klamath River marked a historic victory for an Indigenous-led movement, achieving the largest river restoration project in history. A revolutionary approach is underway, blending Indigenous knowledge, modern science, and sustainable practices, and the early results are remarkable—salmon are returning in unexpected abundance to spawning grounds that have been inaccessible for 100 years.

Amy Bowers Cordalis, mother, fisherwoman, Executive Director, Ridges to Riffles Indigenous Conservation Group and former general counsel of the Yurok Tribe who has played a major role in this struggle, highlights the Indigenous values and lessons from the Klamath, showcasing nature-based solutions that heal the land, waters, and people while benefiting the economy. The goal is to restore the river as a living relative, ensuring its health for generations. The Klamath’s renewal is not just history—it’s a path forward for all.

To learn more about Amy Bowers Codalis' work, visit https://www.ridgestoriffles.org/

John D. Liu and Paul Beckwith give an update from The #Biodiversity Conference in Montreal, as #COP15 closes in on the final agreement. Raya Salter and Dale Walkonen join them for a look at the

John D. Liu and Paul Beckwith give an update from The #Biodiversity Conference in Montreal, as #COP15 closes in on the final agreement. Raya Salter and Dale Walkonen join them for a look at the #30by30 proposal, which aims to set aside 30% of the world's lands and oceans for Nature by 2030. But what does that mean? Which lands, who will be in charge, will indigenous people determine the actions that are taken, will funds be made available to them? These are among the questions that now hang in the balance.

We can only address the Climate Crisis if we restore the natural systems that make life possible on our planet. The agreement is being hammered out now and should be ready by the end of the day on Friday December 19th.

For more information on the state of our planet, visit the FacingFuture Library at https://facingfuture.earth/library

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn

The Center for Biological Diversity is a leading organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists fighting for endangered species and habitat protections across the planet.
Link to learn more: https://www.biologicaldiversity.org
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Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions on the Frontlines of Climate Change - COP27 Side Event

At this official UN Side Event, grassroots, frontline and Indigenous women leaders,

Women for Climate Justice Leading Solutions on the Frontlines of Climate Change - COP27 Side Event

At this official UN Side Event, grassroots, frontline and Indigenous women leaders, alongside representatives from international climate justice organizations, spoke out to address root causes of interlocking crises and the need for solutions based in a climate justice framework, including forest and biodiversity protection, Indigenous rights, agro-ecology, fossil fuel resistance, protection of women land defenders, and community-led solutions.

Speakers included:
--- Neema Namadamu, Democratic Republic of Congo Coordinator, Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN), Democratic Republic of Congo
-- Sônia Bone Guajajara (Guajajara), Indigenous Leader from Brazil, Federal Deputy of the National Congress of Brazil, Brazil
--- Casey Camp Horinek (Ponca Nation), Ponca Nation Environmental Ambassador and WECAN Board Member, USA
--- Anne Songole, Climate Justice Coordinator, The African Women’s Development and Communications Network (FEMNET), Kenya
--- Jessica Grefa, Indigenous youth leader from Santa Clara
--- Eriel Tchekwie Deranger (Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation), Executive Director of Indigenous Climate Action, Canada
--- Osprey Orielle Lake, Executive Director of Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN)