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“To put it super simply, where the Bay is going to be is going to be different. BCDC’s authority and the laws have not been changed to recognize that.” –David Lewis, Save The Bay Bay Area shoreline cities are now mandated to prepare for sea level rise, with guidance and approval from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC). BCDC is hoping to have shoreline adaptation guidelines for cities by mid-September this year. These guidelines need to address the dire impacts of climate change. "Right now, current law and regulation doesn’t match up with an 'anticipation of where the shoreline is going to be, with sea-level rise,' Lewis said." These guidelines must support nature-based solutions like wetland restoration, address funding needs, and prioritize environmental justice for vulnerable communities. Read more at San Mateo Daily Journal: https://lnkd.in/gtwHVQAs

LTC Bulletin | UnderDiscussion@LTC: Weathering Change Come on down to LTC on April 16th at 6pm to join a panel of Lowellians engaged in community and climate action. We will be discussing the intersection of art, volunteerism and environmental policy. DM or email mailto:[email protected] for more information. #likelowell #lowellma #ltclowellma #climatechange #environmentalpolicy #climateart

As part of our aim to promote ocean conservation and climate justice, we submitted a letter to the National Strategy for a Sustainable Ocean Economy through the U.S. Federal Register. The letter outlined some critical areas of ocean conservation, including Ocean Protection, Climate Resilience, Inclusive decision making and Education and Outreach. It is pertinent to note that if we must protect the planet, inclusivity and pragmatic steps must be taken. It is good to note that good outcomes have been yielded from this step. We appreciate the U.S. Department of State and the Federal Government for their commitment to the fight against climate change. We remain committed to combating climate change and promoting environmental conservation. #climatechange #oceanconservation #climateactionnow #usa #ghana #advocacy #impact #youth

The impacts of climate change are severe: famine, forced migration, and biodiversity loss. As youth, our voices are powerful and crucial in advocating for climate justice and demanding urgent action. Why Get Involved? Fight Famine: Advocate for sustainable agriculture. Support Refugees: Push for policies aiding climate displaced communities. Protect Biodiversity: Campaign for ecosystem conservation. What Can You Do? Educate: Spread awareness about climate impacts. Advocate: Use your voice on social media and in your community. Engage: Join climate justice movements and volunteer. Together, we can drive change and secure a sustainable future. Stand up for climate justice now. #NSSCJ4 #PACJA1 Pan African Climate Justice Alliance PACJA Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice

🌿New research shows Indigenous Peoples are the best forest stewards! 🌳 A Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences study emphasizes that empowering Indigenous communities with formal land rights leads to better outcomes for both the environment and local well-being. 🌲 Forest restoration, crucial for climate change mitigation, traditionally prioritizes environmental goals, but this study emphasizes a rights-based, locally focused approach. 🤝 Read the details at the 🔗 below. #ForestRestoration #IndigenousWisdom #ClimateAction https://ow.ly/E57V50QlqnN

To increase awareness and motivate action, it is imperative to utilize the power of content for climate education. We use the power of enticing content and technology to keep our audience informed about environmental conservation. Let’s come together to save Mother Earth. 🌏 #earthday #earthday2024 #climateeducation #oyolloo

It’s World Environment Day! Today puts a global spotlight on the pressing environmental challenges of our times. This year, the United Nations theme for World Environment Day is “Generation Restoration”. It focuses on land restoration, fighting desertification and drought resilience. To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/gUEwre3 Take time this week to learn about how you can help the environment around you and find ways to celebrate and connect with nature in a meaningful way! We find and fix sources of unhealthy #indoorair. #EnviroWeek

Ellen Beth Gorman, an expert on gender-based violence (GBV), highlights the intersection between climate change, conservation efforts, and GBV. As she aptly sums up: “When working with communities on these issues, it's crucial to be aware of them, so we don't inadvertently cause harm or exacerbate existing problems.” Explore this topic further: nature.org/gbv #SafeSpacesInConservation #GenderEquity #GenderInClimate #EndGBV

Today, we observe World Environment Day, a United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) initiative which is held annually on the 5th of June. The World Environment Day is the largest global platform for environmental public outreach and has been celebrated by millions of people across the world since 1973. 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification and this year focuses on land restoration, halting desertification and building drought resilience under the slogan “Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration.”  All over the world, ecosystems are threatened. From forests and drylands to farmlands and lakes, natural spaces on which humanity’s existence depends are reaching a tipping point. Surely, we cannot turn back time, but we can grow forests, revive water sources, and bring back soils. We are the generation that can make peace with land. Get involved! #WorldEnvironmentDay #GenerationRestoration

As #ClimateChange and conflict increase, conservationists need to better consider how they engage with migration and displacement of both human and other species. In their new report, IUCN’s Commission on Environmental, Economic and Social Policy (CEESP) underscores the need for a paradigm shift in global conservation efforts in the face of growing human and other species migration potentially fuelled by climate change, environmental degradation, and conflict. Discover more in the new report. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3z7I1Sq