Sustainability

Save Bees, Protect Biodiversity
In 2023, alarming news emerged about the honeybee population in the United States. Nearly half of all honeybee colonies in the U.S. died the previous year, raising concerns due to their vital role in food production. Honeybees have become the poster species for the larger movement to save bees, but this focus on them overshadows the plight of numerous other bee species at risk of extinction.
By Raven Bautista2 years ago in Earth
The Last Polar Bear
In the heart of the Arctic, where the endless expanse of ice and snow once stretched as far as the eye could see, a solitary figure trudged wearily across the shifting landscape. It was Nanook, the last polar bear.
By Tonte Fredericks2 years ago in Earth
"Echoes of the Ancients"
In the heart of the desert, where the earth met the sky in an unending embrace, lay a sacred land known as A'wanah. For countless generations, the indigenous people of this land had walked its ancient trails, their stories woven into the very fabric of the rocks and canyons.
By David Munywoki2 years ago in Earth
The Power of Solar Panels
Solar panels are a remarkable innovation in renewable energy technology. These devices harness the power of sunlight, converting it into electricity through a process involving photovoltaic cells. In essence, solar panels capture the energy contained within sunlight, in the form of photons, and transform it into a clean and sustainable source of power. Without a doubt, solar panels play a crucial role in our quest for a greener and more sustainable future.
By Terrell Jacobs2 years ago in Earth
Community Garden
In the heart of a bustling urban neighborhood, nestled between rows of apartment buildings, there was a small, neglected plot of land. The soil was dry and barren, littered with debris and forgotten memories. The children in the neighborhood passed by it daily on their way to school, never paying much attention to the desolate patch of earth. It was just another forgotten corner of their bustling city.
By Salihu2 years ago in Earth
Us news
The lawsuit alleges that Giuliani and Costello utilized Hunter Biden's username to gain unauthorized access to his data, subsequently creating duplicates and distributing it to individuals such as Steve Bannon. There has been no immediate response from Giuliani and Costello regarding the requests for comment. As a result of the obtained data, a continuous stream of revelations concerning Hunter Biden's tumultuous personal life and extravagant professional endeavors has emerged. Numerous headlines in conservative media and Republican circles have been fueled by purported emails and images originating from Hunter Biden's laptop data, giving rise to allegations of corruption. However, the lawsuit contends that certain portions of the data were tampered with, manipulated, and altered. Furthermore, the lawsuit references Giuliani's statements made on a podcast and his nightly YouTube show, during which he proudly boasted about his unrestricted access to the aforementioned dat
By Mahfuzur Rahman 2 years ago in Earth
Just Transition to Renewable Energy in Africa
At the recent Africa Climate Summit, I had the privilege of attending a session that shed light on the critical topic of transitioning to renewable energy on the African continent. This transition holds the key to mitigating climate change and shaping a sustainable future for Africa. It's a journey marked by challenges, but one that promises substantial benefits for all.
By Chela Kikwai2 years ago in Earth
Climate Finance (Part 4): Green Bonds
In our final installment of this series on climate finance, we explore the world of global green bonds and their transformative potential for private investment in Africa.
By Chela Kikwai2 years ago in Earth
Climate Finance (Part 2):Overhauling Climate Finance Infrastructure
Welcome back to the second part of our series, where we delve deeper into the critical realm of climate finance. Today, we're exploring climate finance infrastructure and why it urgently requires a transformation, particularly to benefit African countries.
By Chela Kikwai2 years ago in Earth
Climate Finance (Part 1): Available, Accessible, and Affordable for All
During the recently concluded Africa Climate Summit, with its central theme focusing on climate finance and green growth, President H.E. William Ruto delivered a powerful message resonating with the urgent needs of the African continent. He emphasized that climate finance must become accessible, available, and affordable in Africa. In this first installment of our four-part series, we'll dive deep into the world of climate finance, elucidating its intricacies, its beneficiaries, and the current structures in place.
By Chela Kikwai2 years ago in Earth
Forging Strength from the Ashes
The sun had set, casting a crimson glow over the horizon, as the last embers of the wildfire smoldered in the distance. Amber awoke to a world of gray, her throat raw from smoke inhalation. Blinking through watery eyes, she realized her once-beautiful mountain cabin was now a charred skeleton. The devastating wildfire had swept through their community, leaving nothing untouched.
By Rahul Gore2 years ago in Earth
Reflections on the Africa Climate Summit 2023 and the Importance of Climate Education
I had the privilege of participating in the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) 2023 held in Nairobi, Kenya, and it proved to be an incredibly inspiring event. This summit served as a remarkable platform for governments, leaders, businesses, practitioners, youth, and children hailing from various corners of Africa to converge and engage in discussions about, and commitment to, climate action.
By Chela Kikwai2 years ago in Earth