Environment and Climate

Protecting our planet is the most pressing issue facing humankind in the 21^st century. The actions we take now—for clean air, energy and drinking water, sustainable food and managing our natural resources—will save lives and livelihoods today and for centuries to come. Here, we tell the stories of our partner institutions and individuals who are making a difference as champions of the earth.

Duke University Researcher Tracks Down Cute Mouse-Like Creature in Horn of Africa

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August 21, 2020

Dr. Steven Heritage said scientists classify the Somali Sengi as "charismatic microfauna," which translates as "adorable little animals."

Leading CEOs Propose Roadmap to Building a Purpose-First Economy

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August 19, 2020

The goal is to create an inclusive and sustainable post-COVID economy that benefits society, the planet and shareholders for generations.

Girl Scout Creates Sustainable Shopping Maps to Combat Fast Fashion

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August 18, 2020

To earn her Gold Award, Sarah Kessler of Grand Rapids, Michigan, created a project promoting northern Minnesota stores that offer responsibly or locally made items and Fair Trade Certified products.

Camila Coelho Launches Line of Sustainable Beauty Products

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August 17, 2020

The popular social media influencer has developed the Elaluz brand of cosmetics using responsibly sourced ingredients from her native Brazil.

University of Montevallo's Outdoor Scholars Program Set to Grow in Fall 2020

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August 17, 2020

The program, which focuses on stewardship and wildlife conservation, also offers coursework on outdoors and the environment, among other topics.

Small Group of Volunteers Lead Charge to Get Rid of Plastic Straws in Jackson, Wyoming

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August 5, 2020

About 45 restaurants have committed to reducing or eliminating single-use plastics, with a nudge from a five-member group called Straw Free Jackson Hole.

Duke University Researcher Tracks Down Cute Mouse-Like Creature in Horn of Africa

Leading CEOs Propose Roadmap to Building a Purpose-First Economy

Girl Scout Creates Sustainable Shopping Maps to Combat Fast Fashion

Camila Coelho Launches Line of Sustainable Beauty Products

University of Montevallo's Outdoor Scholars Program Set to Grow in Fall 2020

Small Group of Volunteers Lead Charge to Get Rid of Plastic Straws in Jackson, Wyoming

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