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Only 20% of Kentucky’s historic wetlands remain, and development continues to impact what we have left. The Clean Water Act has rules to help offset this loss, but they're often not enforced because wetlands are classified inconsistently. And, when these rules are applied, it's often expensive and doesn't fully restore the wetland's benefits for people or wildlife. The reintroduction of beavers has played a crucial role in restoring and preserving wetlands in England, however! 🦫 Could such a simple solution exist for Kentucky? Read more: https://lnkd.in/eXgazBME

Did you know that fewer than 7,000 cheetahs remain in the wild today, with these incredible cats occupying just 9% of their historical range? Most live outside protected areas, making them especially vulnerable to habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict. This International Cheetah Day, let’s pledge to protect the world’s fastest land animal and ensure its survival. What will you do today to make a difference for cheetahs?

Clean Water: A Universal Right, Not Just a Developing World Issue Access to clean water is a fundamental human right, essential for health, dignity, and prosperity. While it’s often assumed that only developing nations struggle with water scarcity, the reality is that even developed countries face significant challenges in ensuring safe and sustainable water supplies. #WaterIsLife #SustainableDevelopment #CleanWaterForAll #GlobalResponsibility

Biodiversity loss happens in increments - a decision to build here, to permit outflows there. We urgently need stronger processes that allow us to consider the escalating impact we're having on nature - the very nature that delays floods, pollinates our food and gives us air to breathe. As a small part of the answer Uchelgais Gogledd Cymru | Ambition North Wales requires all projects to deliver 10% biodiversity net gain through its pioneering business case methodology. Read a summary of the approach here https://lnkd.in/eASZHibY

A U.S. Supreme Court's ruling overturned five decades of wetland protections under the Clean Water Act, leaving many of our streams and wetlands at risk. Water experts of the National Wildlife Federation spoke with members of our Hispanic Conservation Leadership Council about the impact of this decision, ongoing initiatives to restore protections and tackle the current crisis, and actions community leaders and the public can take to advocate for clean water for all! Check out this video to learn more. #CleanWaterAct #Cleanwaterforall #ProtectOurwaters #COProtectourWaters #Water #Cleanwater #Waterpollution #Waterprotections

Vote YES on November 5 to protect clean air, water, and wildlife in DuPage, Kane, Lake, and McHenry Counties! Your vote can make a lasting impact on conservation in our communities. It's crucial to safeguard our natural resources for future generations. Whether you live in these counties or not, you can help by spreading the word and taking action! Learn more about the ballot measures and how you can get involved on our website blog: https://ow.ly/sBEF50TBO4Q #VoteYes #November5

On Thursday June 27, the TRCP was proud to help host an event in Albuquerque, NM, where Brenda Mallory, Chair of the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), announced that an additional 50+ members, including the state of New Mexico, have joined the America the Beautiful Freshwater Challenge, which sets goals to conserve and restore 8 million acres of wetlands and 100,000 stream miles by 2030. As one of the 100 inaugural members of the Freshwater Challenge, TRCP welcomes the new members and looks forward to working at the federal level to support this ambitious goal, and at the local and state-level to ensure that states, Tribes, and local governments have the resources necessary to protect and steward their waters. Streams and wetlands provide critical habitat for wildlife species and are crucial to hunters and anglers across the nation. Yet, many of these waters have lost protections and are increasingly vulnerable to severe degradation. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife estimates a 90% loss in wetlands across the nation over the next 100 years and finds that the rate of wetland loss has increased substantially in recent decades. Learn more about TRCP’s commitment to Habitat and Clean Water by visiting https://lnkd.in/gHdd44ZM

Planet takes its partnership with the NSW Government to new heights! The expanded contract will empower NSW to tackle critical challenges with the power of satellite data. From monitoring natural disasters to managing precious resources, Planet's bird's-eye views are transforming the way NSW operates. Glenda Dunn from NSW’s Central Darling Shire Council shared that during the devastating floods earlier this year, officials were able to rapidly assess damage and direct relief efforts using this invaluable intelligence This is just the beginning. With Planet's cutting-edge technology fueling NSW's work in emergency response, sustainable development, and industry regulation, the future looks brighter than ever for communities across the state. #PlanetLabs #Satellite #EarthObservation #ClimateChange #EmergencyResponse #NaturalDisasters #WaterManagement #SustainableDevelopment #BiodiversityManagement #AustraliaFloods #BushFireRecovery #NewSouthWales #GovernmentContracts #GeoSpatialData #SatelliteImagery

This week is #PoliceWeek and we'd like to take a moment to give thanks to the members of our Law Enforcement team, who have the very important job of protecting our natural resources and helping keep the people who use our state parks and other public lands safe through the enforcement of fish, wildlife, boating, and park laws. Interested in becoming a Conservation Officer? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gg6jszpw 📷: Nebraskaland Magazine