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A Q&A with the New Director of our Global Freshwater Program
Written by Mark Tercek | February 14th, 2013
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More than 1 billion people face daily water shortages, and within the next 20 years, more than half the world’s population could face water shortages. Our CEO sits down with the new Global Freshwater Program Director to find out where to go from here.
Cool Green Morning: Wednesday, January 23
Written by Nicole Levins | January 23rd, 2013
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Green news time. Go!
- At the World Economic Forum, our president/CEO Mark Tercek talks about investing in nature. (Hub Culture)
- What do Chicago’s bird casualties tell us about climate change? Their feathers are full of secrets. (Grist)
- A new study suggests American cities are maybe less vulnerable to water scarcity than previously thought. (Conservation Magazine)
- A program in the UK will plant some trees in exchange for that old hoopty you’ve been driving around. (Treehugger)
- Willy’s free. Now Lolita needs help, says one filmmaker. (Mongabay)
Rebuild, but Stronger
Written by Bob Bendick | January 18th, 2013
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The impacts of Hurricane Sandy are still being felt up and down the eastern seaboard. We must look to create a new and alternative future for the coast.
Investing in Nature in a Post-Sandy World
Written by Mark Tercek | January 15th, 2013
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Recommendations from Governor Cuomo’s NYS 2100 Commission include expressly recognizing that investing in natural infrastructure — the land and ecosystems around us — is essential to providing protection from climate change.
Mark Lynas and the GMO Debate
Written by Mark Tercek | January 7th, 2013
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Until a few days ago, the name Mark Lynas was little known outside the environmental community, but that may be about to change.
Ken Burns’ ‘Dust Bowl’ a Cautionary Tale
Written by Mark Tercek | November 21st, 2012
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Ken Burns called the Dust Bowl “one of the great cautionary tales of all time.” We learned, then, about the need to care for nature. Are we so absorbed today by political division that we cannot or will not heed nature’s latest warnings?
The Next Four Years: Invest in Nature for a Stronger America
Written by Mark Tercek | November 7th, 2012
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On Election Day, Americans agreed that conservation is a worthwhile investment. As we look ahead, President Obama and Congress have an opportunity to show their leadership on the preservation of our country’s natural heritage.
Looking for Bipartisanship? Head Outdoors
Written by Mark Tercek | November 2nd, 2012
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Can both sides of the aisle come together to recognize the importance of investing in our lands and waters for people and wildlife?
Punt Now, Pay Later: Why Congress Should Pass the Farm Bill Now
Written by Mark Tercek | September 20th, 2012
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Reauthorization of the Farm Bill is critical to the health and well-being of our country’s lands and waters, farm families and our national economy.
Cool Green Morning: Tuesday, September 18
Written by Madeline Breen | September 18th, 2012
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Today we’re watching a remake of The Green Slime. But in real life (sadly).
- Despite good intentions, are wildlife trade bans affecting some species in a negative way? (Mongabay)
- Toxic green slime has taken over America’s lakes. Again. (Grist)
- Not happy with your job? Take a cue from honeybees and try a job swap! (Nature)
- Construction is underway at Europe’s largest man-made coastal reserve. (Guardian)
- One buzz-worthy topic takes over the conservation field: impact investing. (Huffington Post Green)
