As we all try to muster through these difficult times in our nation and world, some of the things I am seeing related to environmental sustainability are giving me hope. I have been carefully watching three of the world’s largest technology companies, Apple, Microsoft and Amazon, as they make environmental sustainability commitments and continue to enhance their initiatives. [ Read More ]
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Elite All-Female Anti-Poaching Team in Africa
There is a team of elite all-female rangers in Zimbabwe who are protecting Africa’s ecosystems from poachers, specifically rhino and elephant poachers. They are badass to say the least. So far, these Akashinga rangers have arrested 150 poachers and not a single poacher has been killed. Strong, resilient, amazing women who are not only saving critical wildlife from death, they are demonstrating the immense value of empowering women. [ Read More ]
Dear Oceans, Thank You
Our oceans are precious. And today, on World Oceans Day, we celebrate them. We all need to pause today and thank the oceans for the food that we eat; oxygen we breathe; medicines they provide (both discovered and undiscovered); the marvelous marine life that delights us; recreation in the form of surfing, diving and sailing; and their stunning, breathtaking beauty. [ Read More ]