It’s been a long time since my last blog entry. Chiefly among the reasons why, is that I’ve not known what to write about. You see, there’s an evolving concept known as climate grief or climate anxiety, and historically I’ve felt immune to it. I’ve been hopeful and positive that humanity can see ourselves out …
On Endangered Species Day—and Every Day—Here’s How to Save the Animals
May 17 marks International Endangered Species Day and is an opportunity to celebrate and support all life on the planet. News out of the UN’s Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services released in early May painted a stark picture of life on our planet: human activities have put one million species at risk …
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Climate Reality: The Training and the Takeaways
Vicky, to my right, was in her 70s and has been an environmental advocate for over forty years. Antonia, to my left, was just beginning college and wasn’t quite sure how she could become a champion for the climate. I was just settling in to Climate Reality Leadership Training in Atlanta, Georgia and meeting my …
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Climate Friendly Actions for Your Daily Lifestyle
Climate change is an overwhelming topic that, for many, feels far-off, as if its effects won’t impact our daily lives. While living in quiet suburbia, bustling cities, or rural places, it’s easy to get caught up in our days’ ins and outs and feel removed from a crisis happening elsewhere or that we should be …
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Hot Temps Across Europe Spark Conversation
For 17 days this June and July I traveled through northern Europe – first in London, England for business, then in Scotland and Norway for pleasure. The conversations I had in each country had a loud and resounding theme: It’s hot out. Upon arriving in London on June 22, my extended family welcomed me …
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Maggie Dewane 