The Center for Biological Diversity advocates for green energy that respects biodiversity and Indigenous cultures. In February 2024, we took significant action in Arizona. We filed an injunction with the Tohono O'odham Nation and San Carlos Apache Tribe to stop wind-power transmission lines damaging sacred sites and the fragile San Pedro River.

We also achieved a major victory with Navajo allies against proposed Black Mesa hydropower projects. These projects threatened aquifers, prehistoric sites, and Mexican spotted owl habitat. This win establishes a new nationwide policy granting Tribes veto power over permits targeting their land. More on this victory: insideclimatenews.org.

Join world-renowned researcher Dr. Alberto Burquez for a free presentation on giant columnar cacti, including Arizona's iconic saguaros. Dr. Burquez will detail his research on their evolutionary history, ecology, adaptations to the Sonoran Desert, and the effects of climate change.

A researcher at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Dr. Burquez is a co-author of "The Saguaro Cactus: A Natural History" and an expert in columnar cacti population ecology and genetics. His work also covers plant-animal relationships and land-use change in the Sonoran Desert.

For more information, visit the Natural History Institute's website, explore events, or connect via Instagram and Facebook. You can also donate.

Indigenous communities continue to battle "fortress conservation" efforts that displace them and restrict access to their ancestral lands. This approach often conflicts with their traditional stewardship, despite Indigenous peoples being vital guardians of the Earth.

Though making up just over 6% of the global population, Indigenous peoples steward 25% of the Earth's surface and 40% of intact ecosystems. They protect 80% of the planet's remaining biodiversity, a direct result of their profound relationships with their territories.

Distinguishing between genuine and deceptive appearances can be challenging, especially in the natural world.

Animal mimics often employ clever strategies, making it difficult to discern whether they are truly what they seem or merely imposters.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based nonprofit, advocates for green energy that respects biodiversity and Indigenous cultures. February 2024 brought key victories in Arizona. An injunction was filed with the Tohono O’odham Nation and San Carlos Apache Tribe to halt wind-power transmission lines damaging sacred sites and the San Pedro River. More: Twitter, ENR.

A significant win with Navajo allies, backed by 7,000 supporters, stopped Black Mesa hydropower projects threatening aquifers, prehistoric sites, and wildlife. This established a nationwide policy granting Tribes veto power over permits on their land. Details: Inside Climate News. As the Center's Russ McSpadden noted, "industrial energy plans are just greenwashing" without community consent.

Our latest draft standards introduce new Foundation and Performance Requirements, alongside Impact Topics. Understanding how these changes will affect your company is crucial.

Utilize our interactive website to gain clarity. By entering your company details, you can filter by size and sector to see how the standards specifically apply to you.

Review the draft standards today and submit your feedback. Ensure your input is counted by the deadline of March 26. Access the standards here: https://bit.ly/3vjPuvT

As a global nonprofit, B Lab balanced limited resources with high expectations for the second public consultation on our draft standards. We partnered with digital transformation agency Futurice to present over 500 pages of content in an accessible, multilingual format. This collaboration resulted in an interactive microsite, prioritizing user experience and inclusive processes.

Learn more about this project and our key learnings by joining our live conversation with Futurice on February 27, 2pm UTC. Alternatively, read about how Futurice combined AI and human expertise for efficient multilingual support: futurice.com/blog/combining-ai-human-expertise-multilanguage-support

The ITU Child Online Protection Child and Youth Advisory Group (CYAG), initiated by the ITU and partners, empowers young people aged 8 to 18. This group actively shapes online safety resources, ensuring they are relevant and engaging for their peers.

Members provide crucial input on the content, design, and features of online training modules, games, and apps. The CYAG fosters inclusivity, welcoming diverse backgrounds and interests. Participation offers valuable opportunities for skill development, leadership, and collaboration within ITU youth projects.

An interview was conducted with key representatives from international organizations. Participants included Sylwester Laskowski (National Institute of Telecommunications, Poland), Iris Pretel (INICTEL, Peru), Atul Sinha (Ministry of Communications, India), and Sandrea Maynard (University of the West Indies, Barbados).

The discussion centered on how being part of the ITU Academy Training Centre (ATC) programme helps them deliver impactful capacity development.

An interview explores how the ITU Academy Training Centre (ATC) programme helps deliver impactful capacity development.

Participants include Ruta Jasinskiene (Consultant, NRD Cyber Security, Lithuania), Mohammed Ajiya (President/CEO, Digital Bridge Institute, Nigeria), Wang Ying (Senior Engineer, China Academy of Information and Communications Technology), Jonathan P. Mwakijele (Head of Training Department, African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institutes, Kenya), and Cristina Mancigotti (UNU-MERIT Capacity Development Coordinator, United Nations University, Netherlands).

An interview featured four experts discussing how the ITU’s Academy Training Centre (ATC) programme aids in delivering impactful capacity development.

Participants included Kaleem Ahmed Usmani (Head, CERT-MU, Republic of Mauritius), Silvia Lips (eID expert, Tallinn University of Technology, Republic of Estonia), Frederico Trindade Da Silva (Training Executive Manager, Fundação Instituto Nacional de Telecomunicações, Federative Republic of Brazil), and Luci Abrahams (Head of LINK Centre, University of the Witwatersrand, Republic of South Africa).

e& Group CEO, Hatem Dowidar, detailed the company's significant commitment to digital connectivity. He explained e&'s (etisalat and) response to the ITU Partner2Connect call.

This initiative involves a USD 6 billion investment across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, aimed at extending meaningful digital access throughout these regions.

Professor Theodore Rappaport (New York University) introduces the "Waste Factor" (W) or "Waste Figure," a new figure of merit for power efficiency in circuits and systems. This metric, akin to the Noise Factor, addresses a critical gap by quantifying wasted power along any cascade. It's a vital Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for energy-efficient design, applicable from circuits to wireless networks and lossy channels. This webinar is organized by the ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies (ITU J-FET), a free international journal, and moderated by Ian F. Akyildiz and Alessia Magliarditi.

Discover the ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies (ITU J-FET) here. Explore the full ITU Journal webinar series programme here. #ITU #ITUJFET

This episode of our award-nominated 'Redesigning Food' series explores a circular food economy, meeting innovators and discussing its scalability to feed a growing population. Learn more about the Big Food Redesign Challenge, now in its production phase, where participants are developing products for market with retail partners.

Catch up on the full Redesigning Food Series, shortlisted for Best Limited Series at the Lovie Awards 2023. If you're passionate about a circular economy, please leave a review on Spotify to help us reach a wider audience.

B Lab is undertaking a multi-year, collaborative process to evolve its standards, as explained by Director Judy Rodrigues. This initiative aims to raise the bar for businesses and requires broad input.

Whether you're a B Corp employee, aspire to join the community, or simply have thoughts on business's role in society, your perspective is crucial. The deadline to share your input is March 26.

Review the draft standards on our multilingual website and contribute your feedback today: https://bit.ly/3vjPuvT

Chris Anderson, bestselling author and TED curator for over two decades, discusses his book, *Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading*. The book explores humanity's overlooked impulse for generosity, showing how to amplify its potential to build a hopeful future. It encourages harnessing the internet to unite people, offering inspiring stories, psychological research, and practical guidance.

Anderson has overseen TED's transformation into a global nonprofit, sharing "ideas worth spreading" with billions annually. Get the book: https://goo.gle/42oyukJ. Check out TED: https://www.youtube.com/@TED.

The circular economy ensures materials stay in use, eliminating waste and pollution. This design-driven approach keeps finite resources within the economy, safely returns biodegradable materials to nature, and regenerates natural systems.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, develops and promotes this concept. For more insightful videos, subscribe to our YouTube channel. Explore our work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org and connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

The circular economy ensures materials stay in use, eliminating waste and pollution while regenerating nature. This approach keeps finite resources within the economy and safely returns biodegradable materials to the earth.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, develops and promotes this vital concept. Learn more about our work and follow us online: Website | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn

Octopus, squid, and cuttlefish are truly fascinating marine animals. These intelligent creatures, collectively known as cephalopods, exhibit a remarkable array of adaptations and behaviors.

From their incredible camouflage abilities to complex problem-solving skills, these captivating invertebrates continue to intrigue scientists and enthusiasts alike with their unique characteristics.

This episode explores how optimism and creativity can drive the transition to a circular economy. Model, actress, and activist Lily Cole joins Ellen MacArthur and Emma Chow to discuss her journey from fashion to environmental advocacy.

They examine progress towards a circular economy, emphasizing collaborative efforts among businesses, citizens, and policymakers. The discussion delves into the possibilities and challenges of this global shift.

Tune in to the Circular Economy Show for this insightful conversation.