WWF International - "A dose of positivity: your weekly round-up" 🐼 2021

 

Can you believe August is coming to a close?

OUR AMBITION | OUR WORK | GET INVOLVED Weekly roundup 29th August Can you believe August is coming to a close? From the critical IPCC climate report to raging wildfires across the globe, we've seen stark reminders this month of what life looks like on a changing planet. But among all of the dire news, there have been snippets of positivity too. And this week's newsletter highlights some of those moments. From efforts to save cheetahs to countries potentially teaming up to phase out fossil fuels to protect our planet, there are some remarkable initiatives around the world  aiming to protect nature. And when it comes to preserving nature, no one knows more than Indigenous peoples, who have long been the guardians of our planet. A story this week tells how their expertise and traditional knowledge could help manage wildfires. A project in the Swiss Alps, too, looks at how we can solve some of the pressing issues facing us today. Lastly, read up on an exciting find by local communities and scientists, which paints good news for marine ecosystems and species. Enjoy! Efforts to save cheetahs In Somaliland and Kenya, efforts to save cheetahs take place both in the field and in the classroom, with coexistence and education at the core of the mission to protect this iconic species. Here's why that matters: Learn more Countries looking to team up to phase out fossil fuels Burning fossil fuels releases large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, heating up our planet. To turn the tide, Denmark and Costa Rica are looking to work together with other countries to make a difference: Read more Indigenous peoples' essential knowledge of fires For centuries, Indigenous peoples have used fire to shape their territories of life - the landscapes they inhabit. This knowledge has always been invaluable, but with rising global temperatures and increased wildfires, it could be life-saving: Learn more The world's highest Alpine solar farm If we want to safeguard our future and create a world where people and nature thrive, we need solutions. And one project in the Swiss Alps aims to provide one - in the form of the world's highest Alpine solar farm! Read more Scientists stunned by 400-year old coral While local fishers and researchers have known about it for a while, scientists were amazed last week when they found a 400-year-old giant coral thriving in the Great Barrier Reef. And they're the first to take a closer look at it: Learn more WWF believes in people and nature thriving together | Visit panda.org today WWF International Rue Mauverney 28  Gland Switzerland Autor: WWF International Fonte: WWF International O Blogue da Cidadania Ativa, Inclusão Social; Sustentabilidade Ambiental e Natureza Carlos Carrapiço 2021