In 1908 the U.S. government seized some 18,000 acres of land from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes to create the National Bison Range in the heart of their reservation…
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In America, National Parks Are Sacred. But They Were Created at a Cost to Native Americans
The Conversation Nov 21, 2023The idea of Manifest Destiny inspired Americans to push west, leading to the creation of the first national parks. But those beliefs spelled removal for many Native American groups.
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How Indigenous Wisdom Can Teach Us Sustainability Lessons
GreenBiz Nov 21, 2023During the GreenBiz 21 keynote session “All We Can Save: Why We Must Learn from Indigenous Wisdom,” hosted by All We Can Save co-founder Katharine Wilkinson, Mitchell joined Tara Houska (Couchiching First…
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The Benefits of Bison Restoration on Tribal Lands
EcoWatch Nov 20, 2023The largest land-dwelling mammal in America, bison aid in balancing and maintaining a healthy ecosystem and help to create habitat for many species, including plants and birds. Their hooves aerate the soil, dispersing seeds and…
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Indigenous Tribes Are Leading Efforts to Restore Ecosystems
YES! Magazine Nov 19, 2023Cameron Macias bent down to examine a small pile of sawdust-filled scat on the floor of the former Lake Mills on the Elwha River in the northwest corner of Washington…
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A Shortage of Native Seeds is Slowing Land Restoration Across the U.S.
The Conversation Nov 19, 2023Native plants help damaged landscapes by stabilizing soil, fighting invasive species and sheltering pollinators. Two horticulture experts explain what they’re doing to help develop new seed sources.
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How Companies Can Build Better Relationships With Indigenous Peoples for Environmental Protection
GreenBiz Nov 16, 2023Here are recommendations on how to rethink your corporate Indigenous partnerships to protect biodiversity and the climate.
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As The Us Begins To Build Offshore Wind Farms, Scientists Say Many Questions Remain About Impacts On The Oceans And Marine Life
The Conversation Nov 15, 2023A recent study focusing on how offshore wind farms in Massachusetts waters could affect endangered right whales does not call for slowing the projects, but says monitoring will be critical.
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Establishing Monuments to Advance Equity in Conservation
Grist Nov 4, 2023Protecting culturally significant public lands and expanding outdoor access should be a political priority.
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Plant-based Alternatives Can Curb Emissions
EcoWatch Nov 4, 2023Reducing consumption of meat and dairy by 50% could lead to greenhouse gas emissions from land use and agriculture being reduced 31% by 2050.
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The World’s Boreal Forests May Be Shrinking as Climate Change Pushes them Northward
The Conversation Nov 3, 2023How will Earth’s vast boreal forests look in a warmer world? Combining satellite-based research with fieldwork shows that the planet’s largest wilderness may be changing in unexpected ways.
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S M Sehgal Foundation: Food Security, Women’s Empowerment, and Rural Sustainability
Global Washington Oct 31, 2023S M Sehgal Foundation was founded in 1999 by visionary entrepreneurs and philanthropists, Dr. Suri Sehgal and his wife Edda Sehgal. The foundation promotes sustainable rural development that respects human…
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