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Saturday Spotlight: Sonia Guajajara – Championing Indigenous Rights and Environmental Preservation

Saturday Spotlight: Sonia Guajajara – Championing Indigenous Rights and Environmental Preservation
IntroductionThis week, we spotlight Sônia Guajajara, an Indigenous leader, activist, and environmental changemaker from Brazil. As a staunch advocate for Indigenous rights and environmental preservation, Sônia has tirelessly fought to protect the Amazon rainforest—a critical global resource in the fight against climate change. Her work resonates far beyond Brazil, inspiring a global audience to prioritize…
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Can Nature Degrade Plastic? Lessons from Evolution and Urgent Action for Today

Can Nature Degrade Plastic? Lessons from Evolution and Urgent Action for Today
Nature’s processes have always astounded us with their adaptability and balance. But sometimes, even nature gets stuck. A compelling example lies in the story of lignin—a complex polymer that gives wood its toughness. Billions of years ago, when plants began producing lignin, nature initially lacked the enzymes to break it down. This caused an ecological…
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More Than $103 Million Awarded for New Restoration Projects along the Gulf Coast

More Than $103 Million Awarded for New Restoration Projects along the Gulf Coast
More Than $103 Million Awarded for New Restoration Projects along the Gulf Coast December 2, 2021 The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) today announced the award of more than $103 million from its Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund (GEBF) to 11 new projects and two amendments in the states of Alabama, Florida and Mississippi. Developed in consultation with state…
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California Wellness Foundation awards $8.9 million in grants

California Wellness Foundation awards $8.9 million in grants
California Wellness Foundation awards $8.9 million in grants November 22, 2021 The California Wellness Foundation today announced $8.9 million in grants to advance health equity in California including grants for wildfire disaster relief, equitable access to safe water, support for women of color at risk of HIV/AIDS, and bold new initiatives for advancing economic security…
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