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We're proud to share an incredible story from one of our project areas in the Peruvian amazon, produced by the studio team here at Earthshot in collaboration with Emergence Magazine. https://lnkd.in/g-9D7eh8 Earthshot is about impact, scaling nature restoration and conservation to match the level of ecological and climate crisis this planet faces, and bringing scientific rigor and equity to carbon markets. But Earthshot is also about a deeper evolution within humanity, working to restore the ancestral relational ties our species has had within the larger network of plants, animals, and other non-human people. Without this process of reconnecting to nature, carbon markets and regulations will alienate the people who have retained the greatest connections with intact ecosystems, undermining the ability of financing and implementation to scale. We’ve seen this with the backlash against REDD+ credits recently, though almost no one argues that conservation of primary rainforest is a bad idea. I’ll bet that if the vast majority of funds were flowing directly to communities actually doing the work and honoring the traditional stewardship practices of indigenous peoples, there would be dramatically more acceptance because we can sense that the projects are being undertaken with higher integrity. When markets are reduced to optimizing for only carbon, and where fudging numbers and unclear scientific consensus leads to short-term gain, this sector won’t reach the scale needed to address the crisis. Only through sincere collaboration between competitors, rigorous and open-source scientific consensus on verification and prediction, and operating corporation to be of service of the whole will we make it through. Falling back in love with nature is the first step.

Human-induced global changes - #climatechange, biotic #globalization, trophic downgrading and pervasive land-use intensification - are transforming Earth's #biosphere, comes with large risks and may encompass changes spanning gradual, moderate ecosystem shifts to large-scale ecosystem breakdowns, mass #extinction and catastrophic climate dynamics. The concept of novel ecosystems, self-developing #ecosystems without historical precedent owing to human impacts, becomes central in this situation.   In a new special issue "Ecological novelty and planetary stewardship: biodiversity dynamics in a transforming biosphere" in Philosophical Transactions of The Royal Society B, we delve into the multifaceted challenges posed by the ongoing ecological planetary transformation & explores potential solutions across four key subthemes:   🌿The functioning and stewardship of emerging novel ecosystems. 🦋Biodiversity projections under #globalchange, recognizing the need to extend our temporal perspective beyond 2100 is emphasized, given the irreversible changes already set in motion, 🛰 Advancing methods to study ecosystem dynamics under rising biosphere novelty. 👣 The importance of integrating human perspectives into understanding, forecasting and managing novel ecosystems.   Achieving planetary stewardship in the Anthropocene demands collaboration across scales and integration of ecological and societal perspectives, scalable approaches fit to changing, novel ecological conditions, as well as cultural innovation.   Link to the special issue: https://lnkd.in/dnZ3NCHj   Big thanks to the rest of editorial team for effort: Melodie A. McGeoch, Alejandro Ordonez Gloria, Felix Riede, and Signe Normand.

Do you know the boundaries of the planet we call "home"? In the mid-2000s, Johan Rockström and a group of 28 internationally renowned scientists introduced the planetary boundary framework to identify the nine processes that regulate the Earth system's stability to quantify the 'safe operating space' where people and the ecosystems we're part of can thrive. The composition of terrestrial biomes is one of these systems, and forest biomes, in particular, have strong feedbacks that impact regional and global climate systems. But, through 'land-system change', humanity increasingly puts the vital ecosystem functions that forests provide at risk. After centuries of conversion, fragmentation and degradation of forest biomes and other ecosystems, we are now in a delicate situation where we need a strong and resilient biosphere to help us mitigate and adapt to the changing climate, but it's weaker than ever. Forests regulate the climate, nutrients, air, and freshwater quality and buffer against the impacts of natural disasters. But now that we have converted half of the Earth's ice-free terrestrial land into agriculture, and with large swathes of "intact" land being naturally barren, there is actually not a lot of nature left to back us up. It's time to act and halt all degrading activities, protect what we have, and restore what is lost because we depend on it. Swipe to learn more about the boundary land-system change! Elise van Breda + Joy van Breda ----- Follow us for more insights on Earth system science, climate justice, and systems thinking. You can also follow us on Instagram: https://lnkd.in/eRa5Zd8M ----- #Planetaryboundaries #deforestation #biodiversity #Biodiversityloss #Tylerprize #climatechange #circulareconomy #sustainability #rewilding #climateresearch #climateeducation #science #ipcc #planetaryhealth #climatechange PIK - Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research The Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement

Exploring Our Limits: Planetary Boundaries! 🌿 You may already be acquainted with the phrase "Planetary Boundaries," but I had the opportunity to delve deeper into it and discovered it to be equipped with practical indicators. Let's pause for a moment to reconsider its significance. This concept establishes secure limits for vital Earth systems, including climate, biodiversity, and more. Essentially, it acts as a roadmap, directing us to reduce our impact on the planet. This initiative was initiated by the Stockholm Resilience Centre in 2009, and an updated report from 2022 is available at the following link: Link: Stockholm Resilience Centre - Planetary Boundaries https://lnkd.in/e7hjd73Q Let's unite in the effort to #ProtectOurPlanet and tackle #ClimateChange. 🌍🌱 #PlanetaryBoundaries #Sustainability 

Take a minute and digest this statement, "light pollution is one of the most pressing drivers of current global change, and it has become increasingly clear that the loss of the night has serious psychological, health, socio-economic and ecological consequences." A new collection of studies highlighting the profound cascading effects of light pollution on the stability and functionality of ecosystems. Ecologists and conservationists alike need to be considering impacts from artificial light and the resulting disruption of the dark environment. #darkskies #lightpollution #conservationissues

Why should we care about marine science? Marine scientists each have their own reasons for why they chose their field, but there are certainly common threads among all of us. We asked Chat GPT to give us a short answer to this question, and here's what it came up with: "We should care about marine science because our oceans play a vital role in sustaining life on Earth. Understanding marine ecosystems, biodiversity, and the impact of human activities on these fragile environments is crucial for maintaining the health of our planet. Marine science not only helps us comprehend the complexities of ocean life but also provides essential insights into climate change, resource management, and the development of sustainable practices. By caring about marine science, we can work towards preserving the oceans for future generations and ensuring a harmonious coexistence with the incredible diversity of life that thrives beneath the waves." What do you think about this elevator pitch?

We are now at the precipice of a technological leap unparalleled to anything humanity has seen before. The question is how will we use this technology for good. How can these advances be used to bring harmony across people, systems, ecosystems, nature, and biosphere?

Protect the natural darkness and nocturnal habitats. Check out https://darksky.org and learn how easy it is to do your part. #lightpollution #darksky

Artificial light is disruptive. The truth of this statement is, I think, pretty obvious. In fact, disruption is more or less the point of lighting up the night. From time immemorial, humanity has feared the dark and things that go bump in the night - and often for good reason! So, with that in mind, I'm not sure it's helpful or useful to suggest that we abandon certain types of lighting, as some of my colleagues have done. Instead, I think the focus should be on two things: 1. Reducing the amount of lighting we use. This can mean dimmer lights, fewer lights, or both. It can also mean lights that are not turned on whenever they're not in use. 2. Using technology to detect when a light is needed. Some technologies in this category have been in use for decades - we all know about street lights that come on at dusk and blink out at dawn. But there are other technologies that, while in use in some places, are not widely employed. For instance, the use of motion detectors could be employed more widely. Both of these suggestions have the effect of reducing light levels while still maintaining our security. And they save money! Finally, it's important to realize that artificial nightime light does, indeed, have a negative effect on ecosystems and the creation of dark sky preserves and corridors is necessary to safeguard biodiversity. #biodiversity #nature #conservation #ecology #naturalhistory #energymanagement

The ocean, a mysterious realm of endless discoveries - a metaphorical abyss of knowledge waiting to be unraveled. 🌊 Today, after delving into an enlightening article on the biggest stories in ocean science over the past decade, I find myself pondering the intricate dance of tides and research. 🔍 The exploration of marine biodiversity, akin to peeling back the layers of a well-kept secret garden, revealing the wonders of underwater life that thrive in the depths unseen by many. 🌍 Climate change impacts, a global symphony where each wave echoes the urgent need for collaborative efforts to protect our oceans from the looming threats, mirroring the delicate balance of nature endangered by human actions. 🕵️♂️ Scientific breakthroughs, like uncovering buried treasures on the ocean floor, shedding light on the hidden marvels and mysteries that stir the curiosity of both experts and enthusiasts alike. 🌟 As we navigate the vast seas of knowledge, let's remember that every ripple we create in our understanding of the ocean's secrets contributes to the ocean of wisdom we collectively sail upon. Let's continue our voyage towards exploration, conservation, and awe-inspiring revelations to safeguard the ocean's legacy for generations to come. https://lnkd.in/eQwcGuG