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Jun 30, 2008
Breaking news: 320,000 Acres of Forest Protected for Wildlife and People

In one of the most significant conservation sales in U.S. history, The Nature Conservancy and The Trust for Public Land have preserved 320,000 acres of pristine forest in western Montana that provide valuable habitat for species.

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May 28, 2008
Focus: Endangered Species
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How to Save 83% of the World's Coral Reef Species

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Coral reefs provide the world with goods and services worth US$375 billion annually, but scientists estimate that 70% of all corals reefs could be lost by 2050. Now a new initiative aims to conserve an astounding 83% of the world's coral species, aided by a US$20 million pledge by The Nature Conservancy.


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Jul 4, 2007
Focus: Environment
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Please read and note this important story about the oceans of our world!

Oceans are vitally important to human communities around the world. We depend on oceans and coasts for food, medicines and protection from storms -- altogether, more than $20 trillion annually in ecological goods and services come from our world's oceans.

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Feb 24, 2007
Please note the important story -- and it's good news! -- about the Karner blue butterfly at http://www.care2.com/news/member/253502285/310198









Rhapsody in Blue: A Photo Essay of
the World's Luckiest Butterfly


For decades, the amazing Karner blue butterfly was on the verge of becoming extinct as its oak savannas and pine barrens disappeared. But now, with efforts to restore its habitat, the Karner blue ’s future is decidedly more upbeat.

View a beautiful photo essay and watch this incredible survivor emerge from its cocoon!


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With 1,174 residents per square mile, it is the most densely populated state in the country. Its “Meadow lands” is not known for wildlife diversity, but rather football diversity (the only stadium home to two NFL tea...
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Ever wonder just how much digital data you consume on a daily basis? Curious to know what the carbon footprint is of that big climate change meeting across the pond? And speaking of Copenhagen, is any progress being made? (Hint...
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Visit Joe Mohr’s cartoon archive. Stumble upon something good? Share it on StumbleUponShare this on FacebookTweet This!Share this on del.icio.usShare this on FriendFeedShare this on LinkedinShare this on TechnoratiSubscribe to the comments for ...
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I have adjusted this recipe since the heart attacks, but it is the BEST.1 pound of ground turkey1 pound of ground trurkey sauagefry in a bit of olive oil with chopped onions and green peppers.  after, drain.Once drained, add to a kettle with 2 la...
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  Dear Eric,A truly historic moment has arrived. The United Nations Climate Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark began this week, and the eyes of the world are on the United States, gauging our commitment to a global solution to the greatest chal...
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Nicholas Kristof: How to Save the World | Outside Online What would happen if aid organizations and other philanthropists embraced the dark arts of marketing spin and psychological persuasion used on Madison Avenue? We'd save millions more lives. ...
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One of the most popular articles here at Natural Papa has been my post about Our Tiny House Experiment. From talking to other people who are looking to either live in a low impact way, or to simple save money, I have found that the tiny house concept...
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(Editor’ ;s note: Conservancy Senior Marine Scientist Alison Green is on an expedition to the Raja Ampat islands in Indonesia — amidst some of the most spectacular and biodiverse coral reef ecosystems in the world. Ca...
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As one commenter posted, "This is a surprise because?" Sadly, it is no surprise to most Americans that the financial sector has undue influence on Capital Hill. That is why it is so very important that citizens contact their Congressperson and ...
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Since I started my position as senior scientist at The Nature Conservancy a year and a half ago, I have been outspoken in the crusade to measure the impacts of the organization’s conservation strategies. Sure, I love knowing that the Conservancy...

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