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The historic #Justice40 Initiative aims to direct 40% of overall benefits of certain U.S. federal climate investments to underserved communities. Community-based organizations play a critical role in implementing the Justice40 Initiative. However, many are running into challenges. Learn how they can overcome the challenges and strengthen the Justice40 Initiative: https://bit.ly/3CcO8GK #Justice40 #EnvironmentalJustice #Communities

✈️✈️Come along with NAAF staff as we visit United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck, North Dakota. Bismarck, North Dakota is where the Keepseagle v. Vilsack class-action lawsuit originated, connecting back to NAAF‘s work focused on Native American farmers and ranchers. United Tribes Technical College (UTTC) empowers students through its Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems (SAFS) Associates Degree program, which aims to support the next generation of Native agriculture producers. This program provides students with essential resources—stipends, tools, equipment, and more—plus hands-on learning opportunities through farm visits and educational events. The newly developed 5,000-square-foot, four-season greenhouse on campus is an exciting addition to the program, supporting food sovereignty and sustainable agriculture. This net-zero greenhouse is the first of its kind to be operated by a Tribal college. To watch the full highlight visit our YouTube channel @nativeagfund or our website: https://lnkd.in/gtW8MgNn Thank you @unitedtribestechnicalcollege ! #NativeAgFund #NAHM #UTTC #TribalColleges #AgricultureFund

Stay in the Loop on Natural Climate Solutions! 🌱 There’s a lot happening in the Natural Climate Solutions space, and events are one of the best ways to learn about the latest in science, policy, and on-the-ground implementation. Whether you’re looking to connect with experts or explore new ideas, we’re here to help you stay on top of it all. Check out our curated list of upcoming NCS events—both virtual and in-person opportunities that you won’t want to miss! 👉https://nature.ly/40AZVcc #NaturalClimateSolutions

As the need for climate action in agriculture becomes increasingly urgent, federal investments are playing a crucial role in supporting sustainable practices. Here are some questions our recent agricultural NCS updates help answer: 💰 What specific investments are being made, and how do they tackle pressing climate challenges? 🤝 What role do partnerships have in promoting these initiatives, and what tangible outcomes are emerging from them? 🎯 And what policy changes are necessary to effectively implement these initiatives and ensure their long-term success? Natural Climate Solutions are benefiting rural communities nationwide, and our coalition members are working tirelessly to ensure that funding reaches those who need it most and achieves maximum impact for both communities and the environment. Click to read about four recent updates that showcase how these initiatives are and can continue making a difference: https://lnkd.in/gVfBhDBt #NaturalClimateSolutions #ClimateSmartAgriculture #ClimateAction

Carbon dioxide removal (CDR) is an important part of the United States’ climate strategy, and the U.S. federal government has invested billions of dollars to support CDR development. State action on CDR is also important and can pave the way for projects that are tailored to economic, geographic and political contexts. In our new WRI Climate article, we find that state CDR policies fall into three categories: ▪️Those going beyond net zero to integrate carbon removal into comprehensive climate policies ▪️Those focused on deploying carbon management infrastructure ▪️Those still early in the process of developing CDR policy Read on to learn about opportunities for states to further advance and improve their strategies: https://bit.ly/4eeiVAa #CarbonRemoval #CDR #NetZero

“When conservation organizations and Indigenous communities work together towards the same goal, they're a powerful force.” We need to "find common ground and balance that transcend cultural barriers, that transcend cultural barriers. [...] What really brings us together is our mutual and shared dependence on the natural world." — ?ikaatius / Tyson Atleo, Ahousaht First Nation Hereditary Chief and Nature United’s Natural Climate Solutions Director. Learn more about how The Nature Conservancy is partnering with Indigenous Peoples in the Emerald Edge to achieve significant climate goals while supporting community priorities: https://nature.ly/4efnxGq #NaturalClimateSolutions #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

This October marked major strides in #NaturalClimateSolutions, benefiting American communities, strengthening economic resilience, and advancing climate goals. Across agriculture and forestry, targeted, community-driven initiatives—from urban forest expansion to rural carbon credits—showcase how federal investments and strategic partnerships are driving transformative, equitable climate action nationwide. Read and subscribe to our latest newsletter for key updates and impacts: https://nature.ly/3Uy2at0

USFRA and the CAST (Council for Agricultural Science and Technology) are hosting a free webinar on Nov. 12 from 2 to 3:30 CT on the new research report, "Potential for U.S. Agriculture to Be Greenhouse Gas Negative.”⁠ ⁠ The webinar will include key findings from the principal authors of the report, which was commissioned by USFRA, authored by 26 leading scientists, peer-reviewed by the National Academy of Sciences and is being published by CAST.⁠ ⁠ Sign up here: https://shorturl.at/xB2st

🌳 Exciting Progress in Reforestation! 🌳 American Forests recently hosted a webinar in collaboration with our partner Aspiration, highlighting the remarkable strides being made in reforestation efforts under the historic REPLANT Act. Support from partners like Aspiration plays a crucial role in amplifying the impact of this transformative initiative by helping us to scale supply chain solutions to create more resilient forests for the future. The webinar, open to Aspiration account holders whose “Pay What is Fair” contributions directly support these efforts, explored the groundbreaking impacts already achieved through these vital partnerships. Most notably, that 15% of the reforestation backlog has been addressed in just three years since the act was passed! Our Chief Program Officer of the Resilient Forests Program, Brian Kittler, shared these exciting updates and engaged with attendees through a Q&A session. Together, we're making a difference for our planet! 🌍💚 Chad Hunter | Tim Newell

I am always so fascinated by all of the innovative science that goes into our reforestation efforts! Did you know that trees migrate? They do so slowly though — generation by generation — to keep up with shifting climate conditions. But as climate change continues to rapidly progress, trees may not be able to naturally migrate quickly enough to keep up with the rapid changes we are seeing. In American Forests' most recent mini-feature, learn about assisted seed migration  — a climate-informed restoration strategy through which researchers and forest managers help trees "move" to climate-adapted locations: https://lnkd.in/egfqJEGH. While there are complex approaches to this strategy, here is a cool graphic to help you wrap your brain around the basics of assisted seed migration! By planting species in areas where they’re better suited for future conditions, we may be able to create more resilient forests ready to face tomorrow's challenges. Learn more about when, how and where assisted seed migration fits into climate-informed restoration in the newest edition of American Forests magazine: https://lnkd.in/egfqJEGH.