#environmentalstewardship — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #environmentalstewardship, aggregated by home.social.
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#Biocultural families: Study centers #Indigenous priorities in connections to #environment
by Seth Truscott, August 11, 2026
"Washington State University horticulturist #JeffreyWall partnered with members of the #Mikmaq #FirstNations people of #Canada to create a new, #IndigenousCentered model of the connections that link humans with plants, animals and the environment.
"Wall interviewed over a dozen traditional knowledge keepers in Unama'ki, the #CapeBreton Island homeland of the Eskasoni Mi'kmaq. He asked tribal elders and allies to describe #BioculturalConnectivity — the relationship between human cultures and local #ecosystems — as they see it. The findings were published in Environmental Science & Policy.
" 'I wanted to show the connective forces that the Mi'kmaq prioritize,' Wall said. 'The goal was to be in tune with their deep #CulturalHeritage, traditions and the #indigenization of the future that they want to promote.'
"With more than 66,000 registered members, the Mi'kmaq are a resilient people native to the U.S. Northeast and Canada's Atlantic provinces who are revitalizing their language and growing their landholdings. Wall's work can guide future mapping and inform the institute's land acquisition strategy.
"The project reflects the concept of #TwoEyedSeeing — understanding the world from both #Indigenous and #Western approaches — introduced by Mi'kmaq elders Albert and Murdena Marshall.
" 'There is a growing understanding that environmental conditions can improve if we bring more Indigenous ways of knowing and being into the conversation,' said Lisa Young, executive director of the Unama'ki Institute of Natural Resources. 'Maintaining a #reciprocal relationship with the land is in itself a way to protect and preserve it.' "
Read more:
https://phys.org/news/2026-08-biocultural-families-centers-indigenous-priorities.html#SolarPunkSunday #EnvironmentalAwareness #EnvironmentalStewardship #TraditionalKnowledge #Technology #TraditionalEcologicalKnowledge
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A Flourishing Future: Delaware Center for Horticulture Unveils Stunning Garden Transformation https://www.allforgardening.com/1929296/a-flourishing-future-delaware-center-for-horticulture-unveils-stunning-garden-transformation/ #AnnAndCalhounWick #CommunityEngagement #delaware #DelawareCenterForHorticulture #EcoFriendlyDesign #EnvironmentalStewardship #GardenRenovation #GardeningDelaware #GeorginaMBissell #MrsEvelynPriceScott #NativePlants #PublicGreenSpaces #RootedInResilience #UrbanGreening
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#FarmsInschools initiative
#UgandaFarm"Farms in Schools Initiative is a community-led educational program in #Uganda that integrates #agroecology, #UrbanFarming, and sustainable food production into schools and local communities. Through hands-on learning, students cultivate vegetables, herbs, fruits, and other crops while exploring #RegenerativeAgriculture , #permaculture, vertical farming, aquaponics, and small-scale livestock management. The initiative promotes food security, #EnvironmentalStewardship, youth empowerment, and practical agricultural skills, encouraging young people to become active contributors to healthier, more resilient, and sustainable communities. By transforming schools into living classrooms, Farms in Schools demonstrates that even small gardens can produce meaningful educational, social, and environmental impact while helping address hidden hunger through local food production."
Learn more about our work
https://mastodon.world/@mikecastrohttps://agroecologymap.org/locations/farms-in-schools-initiative
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Berks County Master Gardeners and 4H Partner for first ever Garden Day camp | Northern Berks County https://www.allforgardening.com/1889627/berks-county-master-gardeners-and-4h-partner-for-first-ever-garden-day-camp-northern-berks-county/ #4H #BerksCounty #EnvironmentalStewardship #garden #GardenDayCamp #gardener #gardening #HandsOnActivities #MasterGardeners #photosynthesis #pollinators #YouthProgramming
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#WaterburyCT receives $339K DEEP grant for #RisdonDam removal project
By Dalton Zbierski, 7/4/2026
"A vision in Waterbury is en route to becoming reality, as the city received a grant from the state this week to help kickstart the Risdon #DamRemoval Project on South Main Street.
"The $339,000 Long Island Sound Ecosystems Grant from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will fund an important early stage of the project to remove the aging Risdon Dam.
"The grant will cover the environmental investigation, engineering design and permitting required for the removal of the dam, which is located behind the former factory at 2100 South Main St.
"A release this week from the city announced the award from DEEP and explained the purpose of the project.
"Removing the dam will restore the natural flow of #HopevillePondBrook, a tributary of the #NaugatuckRiver within the #LongIslandSound #watershed.
"The project aims to improve #AquaticHabitat, reconnect #StreamCorridors, reduce #FloodRisk and eliminate a deteriorating structure that poses safety risks for nearby properties and infrastructure, according to city officials.
"It will take approximately one year to complete the planning, design and permitting phase. Then, the construction will move on to bidding.
"On Wednesday, Waterbury Mayor Paul Pernerewski, Jr. said the grant represents another significant investment in the city’s infrastructure and #EnvironmentalStewardship.
" 'Removing the Risdon Dam will improve the health of Hopeville Pond Brook, reduce flood risks and help restore a more resilient #ecosystem for #FutureGenerations,' Pernerewski said.
"The mayor also thanked #DEEP for its support and collaboration in helping the project move forward.
"DEEP Commissioner #KatieDykes, who will be leaving her position this month, said the project marks the state’s commitment to protecting and ensuring the health and perseverance of its waterways and the Long Island Sound Watershed.
" 'Supporting the planning, engineering and design needed to move this project toward construction will help advance future improvements to #StreamConnectivity, aquatic habitat and #FloodResilience,' Dykes said.
"The funding was made available to DEEP through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Long Island Sound Partnership National Estuary Program."
#SolarPunkSunday #RestoreFloodplains #BuildingForResiliency #FloodplainReclamation #Connecticut #DamRemoval #Floodplain #Watersheds #RiverRestoration
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Optical, Radar, And Hybrid Indices To Detect Farming Practices In Europe
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rse.2026.115553 <-- shared paper
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“HIGHLIGHTS:
• [they] compare[d] Sentinel-1 and Sentinel-2 time series to detect farming practices.
• HyBRIS index is introduced, temporally weighting BSI and VH/VV into a daily index.
• Time-series minima and maxima are used to predict sowing, harvest, and tillage.
• Validation is performed across several years, crop types, and European locations.
• Phenology detection is improved compared to HRL-Cropland.
ABSTRACT: Arable farming practices dictate both crop cycles and soil dynamics, and are central to agriculture's environmental impact and its mitigation. Sowing and harvesting mark the beginning and end of the growing season, while tillage modifies soil structure during the dormant period. Although well-established methods exist for delineating the growing season using phenology and optical data, the detection of farming practices, particularly tillage, remains underexplored. This study investigates the strengths of radar and optical data to retrieve sowing, harvest, and tillage dates at the field level, and proposes a novel Hybrid Bare Soil Radar Index (HyBRIS). Based on Sentinel-1 and Sentinel-2, HyBRIS merges optical and radar data into a single index using a temporally weighted mean. Local minima and maxima of the time series are used to detect farming practices across European sites. Validation is carried out against a reference dataset comprising 238 fields in 11 EU countries, including 462 sowing, 374 harvest, and 388 tillage events covering more than 40 crop types over 8 years. Compared to the Copernicus High Resolution Layer Croplands product (HRL-Cropland), the proposed method based on HyBRIS time series improved sowing and harvest dates detection (MAE 26 and 23 days, respectively). Additionally, this method enabled tillage dates estimation during dormant periods (MAE = 28 days), but tended to overestimate the number of tillage events (producer's accuracy = 97%, user's accuracy = 70%). Incorporating soil moisture data is advised for reducing false positives. The results highlight the potential of optical, radar, and hybrid indices for monitoring agricultural management and supporting environmental stewardship…”
#Sowing #Harvest #tillage #tillagedetection #cropland #CroplandManagement #remotesensing #earthobservation #sentinel #Copernicus #cropland #satellite #optical #radar #sensor #landuse #landcover #landsurface #phenology #agricultural #monitoring #GIS #spatial #mapping #spatialanalysis #spatiotemporal #arable #farming #agriculture #soil #substrate #environment #sustainability #environmentalstewardship #growingseason #Europe #region #model #modeling -
Laws Every Scout Should Know
Being a Scout means more than camping, hiking, and earning merit badges. Scouts are also expected to be good citizens who understand the rules and laws that help keep our communities safe and fair. While Scouts are not expected to be lawyers, learning about important laws can help them become informed and responsible leaders. 1. The Scout Law and the Law of the Land The Scout Law teaches Scouts to be Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, […]https://troop161ma.wordpress.com/2026/06/26/laws-every-scout-should-know/
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Mom and daughter transform backyard into native plant paradise https://www.allforgardening.com/1839504/mom-and-daughter-transform-backyard-into-native-plant-paradise/ #backyard #BackyardTransformation #EcofriendlyLandscaping #environment #EnvironmentalStewardship #garden #gardening #GardeningIreland #LandscapeArchitecture #NativePlants #PlantSanctuaries #sustainability #ThrivingEcosystem
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Mom and daughter transformed a boring backyard into a beautiful native plant paradise
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/mom-daughter-backyard-transformation-paradise-ex1/
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Menjaga Bumi untuk Generasi Mendatang: Tanggung Jawab Bersama dalam Konservasi Lingkungan
Di era modern yang ditandai dengan perkembangan teknologi dan pertumbuhan ekonomi yang pesat, isu lingkungan menjadi salah satu tantangan terbesar yang dihadapi umat manusia. Perubahan iklim, berkurangnya kawasan hutan, pencemaran udara dan air, serta menurunnya keanekaragaman hayati merupakan dampak nyata dari aktivitas manusia yang kurang memperhatikan keseimbangan alam. Di tengah kondisi tersebut, kesadaran akan pentingnya konservasi lingkungan menjadi semakin relevan. Foto ini […] -
#Changemaker Spotlight: #MichaelShaughnessy
A dedicated Friend of the #PresumpscotRiver
By Amy Paradysz, Winter 2025-26
Excerpt: "Shaughnessy, who became president of the Friends group in 2010, is inspired by the historical record of #ChiefPolin saying he 'belonged to' the Presumpscot River. Shaughnessy says, 'That has been a bellwether for us, conceptually, that we all belong to the river and the river could be cared for much better.' "
Read more:
https://www.greenhealthymaine.com/blog/changemaker-michael-shaughnessy#SolarPunkSunday #MaineRivers #FriendsOfThePresumpscotRiver #Riverkeepers #WaterIsLife #Changemakers #Maine #EnvironmentalStewardship
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#OgunquitME - #Stewardship #Workday: #BeachPlumFarm
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
9:00 am
Beach Plum Farm
610 Main St, Ogunquit, ME 03907"Beach Plum Farm is the last remaining #SaltWaterFarm in Ogunquit, home to #CommunityGardens, and the office of Great Works Regional #LandTrust.
Join #GWRLT for a Stewardship Workday on Wednesday, May 6th, 9am to noon at Beach Plum Farm, Ogunquit. We will be removing invasive species and a spring cleanup. Let us know if you can help out by registering below."
FMI and to register:
https://gwrlt.org/event/stewardship-2/#SolarPunkSunday #MaineEvents #InvasivePlants #SpringCleanup #EnvironmentalStewardship #LandTrusts #GreatWorksRegionalLandTrust
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Healthy forest floor; ground ivy, common ivy, enchanter's nightshade, etc. The herbaceous layer of a forest is perhaps the most undervalued, but the recognition of its importance to a wooded habitat is increasing.
#environment #environmentalscience #environmentalStewardship #nature #naturephotography #forest #forestecology #ecology #flora #naturalforest #woodland
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Building #Resilience in Your #Garden for Challenges
April 17, 2024 by Hellen James
"Gardening can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s not without its challenges. From unpredictable weather patterns to pests and diseases, maintaining a thriving garden requires resilience. In this article, we’ll explore practical strategies to build resilience in your garden, ensuring it can withstand whatever challenges come its way.
Takeaways
1. Choose resilient plant varieties suited to your climate and soil conditions.
2. Improve soil health with #compost, #WormCastings, and cover crops to support plant resilience.
3. Implement water-efficient strategies such as #DripIrrigation and #rainwater harvesting to conserve water.
4. Utilize #NaturalPestControl methods like introducing beneficial insects and #CompanionPlanting.
5. Adapt to changing climate conditions by incorporating climate-resilient gardening practices.
6. Plan and prepare for each season to optimize plant growth and resilience.
7. Foster #biodiversity through companion planting and native plant selections to enhance garden resilience.
8. Create microclimates to tailor growing conditions to the specific needs of your plants.
9. #Mulch to suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature, and retain moisture for improved resilience.
10. Embrace #SustainableGardening practices to build long-term #resilience and environmental #stewardship.Full article:
https://unifiedgarden.com/building-resilience-in-your-garden-for-challenges/#SolarPunkSunday #GardeningChallenges #ClimateChangeGardening #EnvironmentalStewardship #RainwaterHarvesting #BuildingResiliency #FoodSecurity
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#Africa - #Coexistence That's Built to Last
"For two decades, African People & Wildlife has partnered with communities across #Tanzania to protect wildlife, restore landscapes, and support sustainable livelihoods. See how this work has grown and where it’s going next.
Landscape Restoration and Connectivity
We lead collective efforts to restore and connect a flourishing mosaic of lands that benefits people, parks, and wildlife while building local #ClimateChange #resilience.
#HabitatLoss and #fragmentation pose one of the greatest threats to the future of Africa’s people and #wildlife. Without urgent action and collaborative partnerships, our most critical landscapes and their natural resources could be lost forever.
Support Local Corridors
We engage communities in the conservation of critical corridors for wildlife and livestock that link protected areas with communal and private lands.
Revitalize #DegradedPastures
The #overgrazing of local pastures can lead to #SoilErosion and inadequate food for wildlife and livestock. Together with local communities, we monitor and manage the long-term health of vital habitats that benefit people and wildlife.
Layer Programming to Maximize Impact
We overlap our rangeland management programming with the observed range of lions, leopards, and cheetahs to ensure the health and connectivity of vital big cat habitat. We also enhance the health of these pastures with an increased beehive presence through our Women's #Beekeeping Initiative.
Leverage Partnerships to Enhance Connectivity
We work with multiple partners – including government authorities – across large landscapes like the #Ngorongoro Conservation Area to identify shared goals and implement joint programming with local community members."
#SolarPunkSunday #WildlifeCorridors #ClimateChangeAdaptation #Stewardship #EnvironmentalStewardship #SoilRestoration
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Maybe humans will get together to use drones everywhere for reforestation instead of for killing each other. https://youtube.com/shorts/YKNuUrdfNg0?si=SM3tX9CT0FCJRuCA. #environmentalStewardship
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Heart of #Cochamó in Chilean #Patagonia to Be Protected After Historic Purchase
After a period of local and international fundraising, #ConservaPuchegüín announces next steps in creating 328,000-plus-acre protected area in #Chile
"This radical collaboration of passionate individuals and organizations large and small has come together to do something extraordinary—a real gift to our Earth and our grandchildren."
- Jeffrey Parrish TNC’s Global Managing Director for Nature ProtectionDecember 19, 2025
"The largest land holding in Cochamó is no longer for sale. Conserva Puchegüín, a locally driven conservation initiative comprised of multiple organizations, raised more than $78 million to purchase and support the long-term protection and effective management of #FundoPuchegüín, a 328,351-acre property of undeveloped nature in the heart of the Cochamó district in Chile’s northern Patagonia.
"The purchase ends years of uncertainty over the future of Fundo Puchegüín after the previous owner put the property up for sale in 2022. Now begins a new phase of enduring protection and long-term management of the area.
"With the registration process of new ownership complete, Conserva Puchegüín will work toward implementing a governance and management model with an approach that prioritizes community participation and #conservation science.
" 'This is a historic milestone not only because of the size of the protected area, but also because of how it was achieved: with participation, transparency and deep respect for the communities that live in Cochamó,' said Andrés Diez, executive director of #PueloPatagonia. “That is the foundation on which the next phase will be built.'
Read more:
https://www.nature.org/en-us/newsroom/heart-of-cochamo-in-chilean-patagonia-to-be-protected/#SolarPunkSunday #TheNatureConservancy #PreservingNature #LandConservation #EnvironmentalStewardship #Conservation #NaturePreserve
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How to Start a #SchoolGarden: Your Complete Guide
Excerpt: "Benefits of school gardens
1. School gardens help children learn.
Gardening is the study of life. The simple act of caring for living soil and plants gives children a foundation for understanding the principles of birth, growth, maturity, death, competition, cooperation and many other lessons that transfer to human lives. In a school garden, children experience these lessons ‘hands on’ through a learning method that is rich and inclusive to varied learning abilities. The results teachers see every day are now supported by science: school gardens can help our children learn better, both academically and emotionally. For more information, read School Gardens: Can They Make Our Children Smarter?
2. Gardening together strengthens ties between school and community.
School gardening programs offer opportunities for community members to get involved, reducing the social isolation of seniors with skills to share and connecting children to older generations. They also help connect schools to local businesses and groups when they request sponsorship or volunteer assistance.
3. Getting their hands dirty helps connect children with nature.
Children who garden get a close-up look at natural processes and the living organisms that thrive in these environments. By learning to care for a living, breathing #ecosystem, children develop an understanding of nature’s importance in their lives and the lives of other beings. This fosters a culture of #EnvironmentalStewardship.
4. Gardening strengthens children’s immune systems.
There’s more and more evidence that getting #dirty exposes us to a variety of #microbes that can fortify our health and balance our immune systems against our overly sterilized world. This is particularly true for children who benefit from reduced allergies and asthma when exposed early in life to #dirt and the outdoors. The #VitaminD they absorb when gardening doesn’t hurt, either!
5. Working in a school garden helps children stay active, reducing obesity.
Teachers across the country agree: when children garden, they move their bodies more than when passively listening in a classroom. Jumping, bending, lifting, and stretching all take place during a typical gardening session. This is one of the objectives of gardening in school that most can agree is necessary given our increasingly sedentary way of life.
6. Gardening moderates moods and eases anxiety.
There’s some evidence that exposure to the beneficial microbes in soil can help regulate the neurotransmitters affecting our brain’s emotional state. A whole practice involving exposing yourself to green spaces to lift the mood has even emerged globally, with convincing results. But gardens are more than just another green space: they’re hands-on, outdoor classrooms that teach children self-regulation and mindfulness—both of which have been shown to decrease anxiety and depression.
7. Children who garden at school develop empathy and practice risk.
Teachers who garden with their students notice increased empathy towards other students and the organisms living in their school patch. That’s because tending to a ‘bug hotel’ or watching birds and earthworms thrive in the garden helps children understand the interdependency of nature. A garden also provides the perfect place for children to learn about boundaries and responsibility by practicing new activities in a safe space. Using a paring knife, trying out a hammer, or balancing on the edge of a raised bed are all ways for children to test their edges and learn new skills in a supportive environment.
8. Teaching and food gardens improve children’s diets.
Academics and journalists agree: children who garden eat more fresh vegetables. This extends beyond what they nibble on during classroom gardening time. Apparently just having a garden at school increases their intake of vegetables at home. And that’s good news for parents, teachers, and kids."
Learn more:
https://learn.eartheasy.com/guides/how-to-start-a-school-garden-your-complete-guide/#SolarPunkSunday #SchoolGardens #FoodSecurity #NatureBasedLearning #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood
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Reimagining Campus Life: Integrating #Solarpunk Principles for a #SustainableFuture
About the author: "#LilyPacko (she/her) is an #Indigenous undergraduate student in her third year of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan Campus. She is passionate about exploring the connections between culture, #environment, art and #sustainability, with a focus on how these intersections support Indigenous #conservation efforts and #sovereignty. Her studies center on understanding how traditional knowledge and contemporary approaches can work together to promote #EnvironmentalStewardship and strengthen #Indigenous communities."
March 19, 2025:
by Lily PackoExcerpt: "By embracing Solarpunk principles, universities can serve as a starting point for a more sustainable environment. Through green spaces, robust transit systems, inclusive housing solutions and self-sustaining local economies, institutions of higher learning can become models of ecological and social innovation. Implementing these changes on campus can set the precedent for broader societal transformation, proving that an optimistic and sustainable future is not only possible but within our grasp."
Link to 'Zine PDF:
https://thefeeledlab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/solar-punk-zine-printable-.pdf#SolarPunkSunday #Sustainability #Zines #SolarPunkEssays #IndigenousStudents #SustainableFuture
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Mom and daughter transformed a boring backyard into a beautiful native plant paradise
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.upworthy.com/mom-daughter-backyard-transformation-ex1
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"I'm not going to retire until I hit a million corals planted back on the reef. With the right conditions, we can do it in the next 3-5 years." ~ David Vaughan - Marine Biologist
#OceanConservation #CoralReefRestoration #MarineBiology #ProtectOurOceans #SustainableFuture #ReefRecovery #EnvironmentalStewardship #ClimateAction #SaveOurSeas #Regeneration
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Creating a sustainable future for the African child: a #solarpunk concept
by Christabel Ebubechukwu Okoroafor, Bachelor of science student, Social work department, University of #Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria.PEOPLE CENTRED –THE JOURNAL OF DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION | Volume 9, Issue 2, 2024
Abstract
"This article investigates the conceptualization and integration of the formerly known literary genre and art form; now a subgenre of climate activism, solarpunk as a way of building a sustainable future for the African child; a future that takes pride in preserving the planet and creating a safe space for the African child to thrive, survive and develop. Solarpunk is a speculative and optimistic concept that seeks to reimagine the future of sustainability and mitigate climate change; an #ecotopian future where technology especially renewable resources and nature exist in #ecological harmony (#symbiotism). It profers #sustainable solutions like that embodies the core concept of African philosophy- being a whole person and being one with your surroundings, particularly focusing on community and its strength, a core concept for the Africa scene. It encourages social action through sustainability education of the next generation that is the African child. It integrates evidence from reviews, personal correspondence and diaries. With the potential to address challenges faced by African children, the article is arranged in sections that: introduce solarpunk and its alignment with African philosophies, analyze the current challenges faced by African children, present the context of #ClimateAction through the lens of #BAIW (Because Africa Is Worth It), present practical applications of solarpunk principles, discuss the role of #ForestGuards and social action groups in #biodiversity preservation, and explore how solarpunk addresses the challenges of the African child, concluding with policy recommendations to support the adoption of solarpunk in #Africa."#SolarPunkSunday #SolarpunkInAfrica #PreservingNature #RenewableEnergy #CircularEconomy #EnvironmentalStewardship #ResourceManagement #WaterManagement #ClimateChange #SustainableAgriculture #LocalSolutions
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Bees are amazing and spring is the best time to start an apiary. If you've every considered starting your own bee yard to support these wonderful creatures, here's an open source resource to help you.
https://www.onecommunityglobal.org/apiary/
#Beekeeping #Apiary #SaveTheBees #Pollinators #SustainableFarming #EnvironmentalStewardship #OpenSourceLiving #Biodiversity #EcoCommunities #OneCommunityGlobal
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#StarIsland a model of #EnvironmentalStewardship
#GreenGosport Initiative puts ideals into action at #IslesOfShoals
by Deborah McDermott, June 30, 2019Excerpt:
"The [wastewater] treatment plant is the last significant piece in the Green Gosport Initiative, named after the 17th century town that once existed on the island. For the better part of 10 years, Star Island Corporation has been working to become a #sustainable community."The initiative has included the installation of the solar array in 2015, which has reduced by more than 75% the amount of diesel fuel for the generators that once powered everything on the island. Electricity consumption has dropped by more than 35% by making a change to LED lights and purchasing energy-efficient appliances in the kitchen. All disposable packaging, utensils and straws are biodegradable, and there are bins everywhere that encourage guests to properly dispose of their waste.
"#Sludge from the treatment plant is dried and composted with waste #cardboard and #WoodChips, instead of being sent to a #landfill. The #composting program began in 2014, and last year for the first time, the first batch was ready for testing by the state. It was so clean 'we got approval this spring to use that product without restriction, anywhere. So this spring, we used it as mulch in the flower pots,' Simard said."
