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Ep. 464 - Back from the Brink

Good news is hard to come by in the world of plant conservation, but it is out there! Take, for instance, some recent examples on Santa Cruz Island in which the recovery of a handful of endangered plants, including island bedstraw (Galium buxifolium) and Santa Cruz Island Dudleya (Dudleya nesiotica)…

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Ep. 533 - Native Plants & Biodiversity on the High Line

The High Line was once a major railway. Today, it is one of the best gardens in the United States. By focusing on and encouraging native plants, horticulturists at horticulture at the High Line is supporting biodiversity in one of the busiest cities on the planet. Join me and senior director of hort…

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Ep. 499 - Aspen & Forest Health

Aspen (Populus tremuloides) are synonymous with many habitats throughout North America. This tree is a species of superlatives, but its grandeur doesn't mean it is immune to threats. In fact, in many areas of its range, aspen is in decline. Join me and Dr. Connor Crouch as we explore what he and his…

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Increasing water depths increases nutrients and organic matter respiration in Everglades marl marshes

Restoration Ecology, Volume 33, Issue 4, May 2025.

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Ep. 466 - Fire in the Mountains

The Appalachian region may not readily seem like a fire-prone region, but parts of it certainly are. Fire can be an important tool in sustaining biodiversity, but modern understanding of its role is limited. That is why people like Dr. Don Hagan study the effects of prescribed fire in the Appalachia…

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Ep. 530 - Our Relationship with the Joshua Tree

The Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia) has attained celebrity status in recent times, but that hasn't always been the case. For over a century, the Joshua tree was viewed as a useless and repulsive plant that bucked all attempts to tame it. How our relationship with Yucca brevifolia went from hatred to …

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Know your rights as an immigrant before, during, and after disasters

Here are trusted, reliable resources to use during extreme weather or natural disasters for non-English speakers and undocumented immigrants.

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2024 Activity Report & Financials

Check out Ancient Forest Alliance's (AFA) Activity Report & Financials to find out what YOU helped us achieve in 2024.
The post 2024 Activity Report & Financials appeared first on Ancient Forest Alliance.

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Know your voting rights before, during, and after a disaster

If extreme weather disrupts local services or destroys your belongings around election day, here’s how to make sure you can still cast your ballot.

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Ep. 506 - The Digital Future of Herbaria

The herbarium world is a fascinating one. These botanical repositories are goldmines of data and help us understand the present by looking at the past. But what kind of future questions can herbaria help solve? Experts say the opportunities are endless, but we will need new technologies to take full…

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How disaster relief and response work

Your guide to the agencies and programs responsible for emergency services and disaster aid, how to return home and clean up safely, navigate FEMA aid, and more after a hurricane, wildfire, flood, or other disaster.

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How to find housing and rebuild your home after a disaster

A guide for renters and homeowners on knowing your rights, as well as how to handle FEMA aid and insurance claims, avoid contractor scams, and rebuild in a way that protects your home.

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Atlanta is embracing a cheap, effective way to beat urban heat: ‘cool roofs’

White or reflective roofs significantly reduce temperatures. Atlanta is the latest city to mandate their adoption.

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PCA to Acquire Greif’s Containerboard Business: What This Means for the Paper Packaging Landscape

On July 1, 2025, Greif, Inc. announced it will sell its containerboard business to Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) for $1.8 billion. This headline-making deal marks another milestone in a period of accelerated consolidation across the paper packaging industry.

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Beat the heat with the best Prime Day deals on bladeless fans

Experience a safer, quieter way to cool your home. We've rounded up all the best Prime Day deals on bladeless fans.

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Bill Gates gave so much money away that his former no.2 and Microsoft successor is now wealthier than him

Billionaire Bill Gates was once crowned the richest man in the world for 18 years, but now as his quest to not die rich continues, his former assistant, Steve Ballmer has topped his wealth.

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Measuring individual radioactive decays enables faster detection method for nuclear applications

Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have demonstrated a new and faster method for detecting and measuring the radioactivity of minuscule amounts of radioactive material. The innovative technique, known as cryogenic decay energy spectrometry (DES), could have far-…

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Walmart Deals 2025 are live with a bunch of anti-Prime Day sales to shop now

Amazon Prime Day has been a summer mainstay for a long time, so much so that it’s spawned a bunch of other sale events that compete with it. Case in point: Walmart Deals 2025. Yes, Walmart’s anti-Prime Day sale is back again this year, and it includes discounts across a slew of categories including …