The Guardian
- by Max TelfordA 19th-century zoologist found the ‘little salt dweller’, which could be a portal to the past – if only we could locate it againLast February, with colleagues Gert and Philipp and my daughter Francesca, I made the long journey to an unremarkable city called Río Cuarto, east of the Argentinian Andes. We went in search of a worm of unusual distinction.Why a worm? As humans, we naturally love the animals that are most familiar. But from a zoologist’s point of view, the vertebrates, from mammals and birds to frogs and fish, can be seen as variations on a single theme. […]
- by Patrick BarkhamMore than half of Britain’s 59 native species are in long-term decline, UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme findsLast summer was the fifth worst in nearly half a century for butterflies in Britain, according to the biggest scientific survey of insect populations in the world.For the first time since scientific recording began in 1976, more than half of Britain’s 59 native species are in long-term decline. Continue reading…
- Greens promise to push government to spend 1% of budget on environment if they hold balance of powerby Adam Morton and Lisa CoxThe minor party makes pledge as Labor faces calls to explain its nature policy and plans for a federal EPAElection 2025 live updates: Australia federal election campaignPolls tracker; election guide; full federal election coverageAnywhere but Canberra; interactive electorates guideListen to the first episode of our new narrative podcast series: GinaGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcastThe Greens have promised to push the government to boost environment spending to $7.8bn – 1% of the federal budget – next financial year if they hold the balance of power after the election.The minor party made the pledge as Labor […]
- by Dani AnguianoSilver fire leading to fears about Methuselah, a nearly 5,000-year-old bristlecone pine in eastern part of stateFirefighters have managed to make “strong progress” containing a fire burning through eastern California near the world’s oldest trees, but the blaze remains an active threat, officials said.Since igniting on Sunday afternoon, the Silver fire has scorched nearly 1,600 acres (647 hectares) in the eastern Sierra Nevada and forced residents of about 800 homes to evacuate. Strong winds fanned the flames, which burned through dry grass and brush in Inyo county, threatening neighborhoods, endangered species and the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. Continue reading…
Yale Climate Connections
- by Jeff MastersAt this point, who doesn't want to be launched directly into a hurricane? The post Thrill seekers, here’s your chance at the ride of a lifetime appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- by YCC Team‘Come Along for the Ride,’ with upcoming performances in Washington, D.C., and Chicago, blends grief and comedy on stage. The post A play that confronts climate change with humor appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- by YCC TeamAn HVAC expert says an energy audit can show homeowners which upgrades will help the most. The post Wasted energy could be costing you thousands appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
- by Michael SvobodaIn his new book, ‘The Lost Trees of Willow Avenue,’ journalist, author, and climate activist Mike Tidwell documents the deaths of big trees on his block – and why that matters for us all. The post The silent collapse of an American urban tree canopy appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.
Climate Generation
- by Claire CookeMe, a climate activist? That feels hard to claim. And yet, if someone were to read the book of my life, I think they would find a climate story. It started with many moments. Seeds planted over time. Hot summer days at Spring Brook Nature Center, the sensation of cool water and earth seeping into […]
- by Susan Phillips, Executive DirectorDear people, we’ve had a sweet few years and built a movement sweeping across North America to bring quality climate change and climate justice education to our children and youth, building their interdisciplinary capacity to understand the climate crisis and build solutions. Five states — California, Connecticut, Illinois, New Jersey, and New York — now […]
