Why aren't childrens toys made #sustainably? YER writer Dilara Karademir summarizes recent #research

#Bison today occupy less than 1% of their historic range. YER writer Ross Martin interviewed Dr. Jeff Martin (no relation to author) to learn about his “hooves on the ground” approach to bison conservation.

#CleanEnergy #investments are happening across scales. An important aspect of this market are #DistributedEnergyResources. Yet, how do we value these resources? Read our latest article to understand more. #ClimateChange #research

The emerging #OffshoreWind industry presents a significant opportunity for the United States to achieve its #decarbonization goals. However, the nation lags considerably in offshore installations compared to the rest of the world. Read more here:

#Biofuels make #ClimateChange worse? So says a new study, summarized here:

Give us a [prairie] where the [bison] roam! Bison are a crucial part of grassland ecosystems. Read the latest from YER here: #biodiversity #Ecosystem #climatechange #prairie #grassland #buffalo #bison #conservation #landmanagement

Nearly 40 percent of the world’s population live within 100 kilometers of the coast. @kirdy_birdy explains the largely overlooked role of ocean cities in international legal frameworks to address environmental degradation in #coastal environments.

To be a #meateater or go #vegetarian? The question is an #environmental & moral one. Better understanding moral boundaries may inform strategies to shift #culinary choices to a more #SustainableDiet.

How much do U.S. #FossilFuel companies benefit from the absence of appropriate regulation? What is the most appropriate level of #CarbonTaxation? Seung Min Kim sat down with @YaleEnvironment professor Dr. Matthew J. Kotchen to learn more.

#Women advance #foodsovereignty by feeding their families. Women practice everyday provisioning activities that #empower communities and free them from dependencies on #marketeconomies. Nisreen Abo-Sido explains:

#Seagrass meadows are dynamic and critical #ecosystems that provide numerous benefits to humans living in #coastalareas #Ocean ecosystems are crucial in fighting climate change Read more about #bluecarbon here

Fear is a powerful force--and can often be misdirected. When discussing #climatechange, media often focus on its negative impacts and threats. New #research reveals that this may heighten #racist attitudes. #environmentaljustice

#Publicland management often neglects to consider intertwined ecological and human histories. New research shows how traditional land management practices help foster resilient forests. #BWCA #wilderness #environmentaljustice

What happens to #electricvehicle #batteries? How do we create enough #storagecapacity for #lowcarbon #energy? Norway’s reuse of car batteries may hold some answers. Read more from Tara Litjens here: #environmentalsustainability #energytransition

U.S. territories are often overlooked by policymakers and scholars. Kieren Rudge writes about new research on green crimes and colonialism in territories.  #environmentaljustice #colonialism

Saving the world’s smallest #cetacean will require a holistic approach that shifts economic incentives in Upper Gulf of California #coastal communities to foster sustainable, legal livelihoods. #Vaquita #PescaSostenible @SanjurjoEnrique @pescaabc

The socio-cultural harm of manmade environmental disasters on Native American communities is difficult to quantify. However, Native-led research demonstrates that quantifying this harm is crucial. Mara MacDonell explains here: #environmentaljustice

Can we use solar geoengineering to quickly lower rising global temperatures? Maybe. In this article, Golden Bells Tayebwa explores the promises and perils of solar geoengineering. #climateresearch #solargeoengineering #climatesolutions

Climate change is one of the gravest threats to global agriculture. New research reveals that historical climate change has already made its mark on the productivity of our food system, eliminating 20 percent of potential productivity growth. Read more:

Does preparing for global warming mean we’ve given up? Miriam Remshard tells us why climate change adaptation and mitigation go hand-in-hand #climatechange #globalwarming #sciencecommunication