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We spoke with Leah Penniman who co-founded Soul Fire Farm that is centered on Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), she gave an experience and talked about protecting the land by cultivating and regenerating the soil as well as Silvopasture techniques. Check out Leah’s Soul Fire Farm’s website at soulfirefarm.org. (Silvopasture is the integration... Continue Reading →
We discussed Thermal Energy Projects and their Compound Effect and Atmospheric Event as well. (I did not remember all the points however Thermal Energy projects do involve experiments that demonstrate the principles of heat transfer such as conductors, convectors and radiation—such as building solar ovens, or devices that minimize or maximize thermal energy transfer. Thermal... Continue Reading →
At our regional meeting we talked about how we should familiarize ourselves with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection website is: dep.nj.gov. They offer opportunities to get involved with them and other resources. They have an amazing newsletter one can sign up for as well. They provide opportunities for public participation and work to... Continue Reading →
The hydrological cycle, also known as the water cycle, is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the Earth's surface. However, due to climate change, the hydrological cycle is becoming increasingly erratic, with significant changes observed in recent decades. Increased Evaporation and Precipitation As the lower atmosphere becomes warmer, evaporation rates are increasing,... Continue Reading →
Indigenous Climate Action (ICA) is an Indigenous-led organization guided by a diverse group of Indigenous knowledge keepers, water protectors and land defenders from communities and regions across the country. We believe that Indigenous Peoples’ rights and knowledge systems are critical to developing solutions to the climate crisis and achieving climate justice. Check them out...
Sacred Earth Solar is an Indigenous-led organization that works in solidarity with impacted Indigenous communities who are protecting their homelands by bringing solar power directly to the frontlines. Providing renewable energy allows front line land defenders to protect themselves when asserting jurisdiction of their territories while directly opposing fossil fuel projects. Energy sovereignty allows for... Continue Reading →
Reflections on Wealth in the Time of Climate Emergency After attending the 55th Climate Reality Leadership Training this past weekend (April 12-14th, 2024), I've come to a powerful realization about how we measure wealth in the age of the Climate Emergency. It's a perspective shift that has truly resonated with me. In the face of... Continue Reading →
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