Tag: Alaska
The Green Buzz: Thursday, May 16
Written by Megan Sheehan | May 16th, 2013
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We’ve got some interesting news on the climate change front this morning.
- America has its first climate change refugees. (Grist)
- The Farm Bill has been approved by the House. (Huffington Post)
- What’s blue, provides over 80 percent of U.S. fresh water, and is suffering? The Great Lakes. (MNN)
- They’re supposed to protect the rhinos, but the black market is creating poachers out of park rangers. (NPR)
- Looks like the bond between human and dog may be deeper than we thought. (National Geographic)
The Green Buzz: Wednesday, February 6
Written by Megan Sheehan | February 6th, 2013
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Happy Hump Day! And now for your green buzz…
- Obama has tapped REI’s chief executive officer to lead the Interior Department. (New York Times)
- Tsunami debris on Alaska’s shore: worse than the Exxon Valdez oil spill? (NPR)
- Chicago architect: “We have to cluster together to have a better relationship with nature.” (Bloomberg)
- Another victim of climate change, the wolverine could end up on the Endangered Species List. (Mongabay)
- U.S. carbon emissions have dipped to 1994 levels. (MNN)
‘You Help Everybody’: In Alaska, Giving Wild Salmon Is Tradition
Written by Dustin Solberg | December 21st, 2012
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In Alaska, the holidays are not the only time of year people give back. Catching salmon – and sharing it with others – is at the center of everyday life.
People Taking Care of Salmon in Alaska’s Tongass: And How They Take Care of Us
Written by Dustin Solberg | September 14th, 2012
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A new stream project allows wild Alaskan salmon to travel freely for the first time in decades.
Heavy Lifting in a Salmon Stream: Alaska’s Tongass Forest Restores Habitat
Written by Dustin Solberg | August 27th, 2012
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This is the heart of the coastal temperate rainforest – a lush and green place known for giant trees, placid estuaries brimming with marine life and cascading salmon streams.
Nature Photo of the Week: Tern Lake, Alaska
Written by Madeline Breen | August 17th, 2012
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The incredible reflection in this photograph of Tern Lake, Alaska makes it an easy pick for our Nature Photo of the Week. Simply gorgeous! Thanks to Flickr photographer doveoggi for submitting this photo through The Nature Conservancy’s Flickr group. See all of The Nature Conservancy’s featured daily nature images — submitted to the Conservancy’s Flickr group [...]
Cool Green Morning: Tuesday, August 7
Written by Madeline Breen | August 7th, 2012
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Having a bad day? Well, at least you’re not a shellfish.
- Acidifying seawater is making it harder for clams to grow their shells. (Mother Nature Network)
- Droughts have farmers mastering the art of dry farming. (Grist)
- Mud poses no obstacle for coral reefs in the Great Barrier Reef. (NY Times)
- Climate change washes away traditions in Alaskan Arctic villages. (Washington Post)
- Go deep sea diving for gold and copper. (Guardian)
An Alaska Salmon Stream Gets New Life in More Ways Than One
Written by Dustin Solberg | February 24th, 2012
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A salmon stream in Alaska was once so damaged it was thought to be beyond repair, and it had a name that reflected that feeling. Now the stream, and it’s new name, are beautiful examples of restoration.
Nature Photo of the Week: a Mother’s Love
Written by Madeline Breen | December 16th, 2011
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This sweet photo from Alaska definitely evoked some “awwws” in our office. Flickr user Lejun4 did a wonderful job of capturing the love and pride that this mother harbor seal has for her pup. Thanks to Lejun40 for sharing this photo through The Nature Conservancy’s Flickr group! See all of The Nature Conservancy’s featured daily [...]
Meet Team Nature: Running for Memories
Written by Brad Parker | August 26th, 2011
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Meet Loren, Stefanie and James. These three young professionals are so motivated to help the natural world, that they’re logging countless training miles to run the ING New York City Marathon for Team Nature. Find out how you can help!
