#Desertification Campaign

[delicatelysublimeforester]

Echoes of the Desert Dance: St. Barbe Baker's Legacy Continues

[hope-for-the-planet]

China Completes It's "Great Green Wall" to Combat Desertification

Image and text from this Reuter's article:

China has finished a 46-year campaign to encircle its largest desert with trees, part of national efforts to end desertification and curb the sandstorms that plague parts of the country during the spring, state media reported on Friday. A "green belt" of about 3,000 km (2,000 miles) around the Taklamakan was completed on Thursday in the northwestern region of Xinjiang, after workers planted the final 100 metres of trees on the desert's southern edge, the Communist Party-run People's Daily said. Efforts to enclose the desert with trees began in 1978 with the launch of China's "Three-North Shelterbelt" project, colloquially known as the Great Green Wall. More than 30 million hectares (116,000 square miles) of trees have been planted. Tree planting in the arid northwest has helped bring China's total forest coverage above 25% by the end of last year, up from around 10% in 1949. Forest coverage in Xinjiang alone has risen from 1% to 5% in the last 40 years, the People's Daily said.

[fuckyeahmarxismleninism]

On Oct. 15, 1987, Thomas Sankara, Burkina Faso’s West African revolutionary leader, was assassinated. Sankara, a Marxist and revolutionary, has been nicknamed “Africa’s Che Guevara.”

It is interesting to note that at a time when youth have focused the world’s attention on the dire issue of climate crisis, and workers and Indigenous people in Ecuador are rising up against the International Monetary Fund’s austerity demands — that Sankara spearheaded major programs in both areas.

He promoted and led a massive people’s campaign called the “One village, one grove” program to combat desertification of the Sahel (the area between the Sahara Desert and Sudanian Savanna). Over 10 million trees were planted. That legacy lives on. 

Under Sankara’s leadership, Burkina Faso nationalized land and mineral wealth and refused aid from the International Monetary Fund and World Bank, which incurred the wrath of both U.S. and French imperialism. 

[vague-humanoid]

Some 66 per cent of the Palestinians in the besieged Gaza Strip suffer from the spread of waterborne diseases such as cholera, chronic diarrhoea and intestinal diseases, due to the lack of drinkable water and the closure of all water desalination plants as a result of Israel’s genocidal bombing campaign in the Strip, the Palestinian Environmental Quality Authority (EQA) has said.

In a statement issued yesterday, the EQA said the Israeli bombing of sewage lines has caused them to flood and led to a health and environmental catastrophe.

The EQA confirmed that the Israeli occupation’s aggression resulted in the uprooting of about 50,000 trees and the bulldozing of thousands of acres of agricultural land, nurseries and gardens, which leads to increased desertification, loss of biodiversity, deterioration of soil quality and increased carbon dioxide emissions.

It added that it aims to expose the Israeli occupation’s crimes against the environment, which negatively impact climate change.

[notwiselybuttoowell]

The 12-day meeting of parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), known as COP16, has ended in Saudi Arabia’s capital Riyadh without an agreement on responding to drought.

The talks follow a stream of failed talks on climate change issues, including biodiversity talks in Colombia and plastics pollution talks in South Korea, as well as a climate finance deal that disappointed developing countries at COP29 in Azerbaijan.

The biennial talks have attempted to create strong global mandates on climate change, requiring nations to fund early warning systems and build resilient infrastructure in poorer countries, particularly in Africa.

UNCCD Executive Secretary Ibrahim Thiaw said on Saturday that “parties need more time to agree on the best way forward”.

A news release stated that the parties – 196 countries and the European Union – had “made significant progress in laying the groundwork for a future global drought regime, which they intend to complete at COP17 in Mongolia in 2026”.

Droughts “fuelled by human destruction of the environment” cost the world more than $300bn each year, the UN said in a report published on December 3, the second day of the talks in Riyadh.

Droughts are projected to affect 75 percent of the world’s population by 2050, the report said.

A delegate at COP16 from a country in Africa, speaking on condition of anonymity, told the AFP news agency that African countries had hoped the talks would produce a binding protocol on drought.

That would ensure “every government will be held responsible” for devising stronger preparation and response plans, the delegate said.

“It’s the first time I’ve seen Africa so united, with a strong united front, with respect to the drought protocol.”

Two other anonymous COP16 participants told the agency that developed countries did not want a binding protocol and instead were vying for a ��framework”, which African countries deemed inadequate.

Indigenous groups were also pushing for a binding protocol, according to Praveena Sridhar, chief technical officer for Save Soil, a global campaign backed by UN agencies.

Meanwhile, host Saudi Arabia, one of the world’s largest oil producers, has been criticised in the past for stalling progress on curbing emissions from fossil fuels at other negotiations.

At the talks on Saturday, Saudi Environment Minister Abdulrahman al-Fadley said the kingdom has launched several initiatives to address desertification, a major issue for the country.

Saudi Arabia is dedicated “to working with all parties to preserve ecosystems, enhance international cooperation to combat desertification and land degradation, and address drought”, he said.

In advance of the Riyadh talks, the UNCCD said 1.5 billion hectares (3.7 billion acres) of land must be restored by the end of the decade and that at least $2.6 trillion in global investments was needed.

[oriearth24]

Tree Plantation in Pune

 Exploring Oriearth Nature Foundation – A Vision for Harmony Between Humanity and Nature

Website: Oriearth Nature Foundation

Introduction

Oriearth Nature Foundation is a registered organization dedicated to fostering harmony between humanity and nature. By emphasizing environmental conservation, community empowerment, and sustainable development, the foundation seeks to create a balance between ecological preservation and societal advancement.

In this blog, we’ll dive into the key aspects of Oriearth Nature Foundation, their initiatives, and how they are shaping a sustainable future.

Vision and Mission

The vision of Oriearth is to establish a symbiotic relationship between humans and the environment, intertwining ecology and the economy. Through research, tribal and local partnerships, and sustainable practices, the foundation strives to promote environmental consciousness and social upliftment.

Their mission is to bring together stakeholders, including government agencies, corporations, local communities, and non-profits, to conduct ecological research and simplify it for grassroots application. This collaborative approach allows them to drive impactful projects for a sustainable future.

Core Areas of Work

Oriearth Nature Foundation focuses on various initiatives that address pressing environmental concerns. Here are their primary domains:

1. Dense Native Afforestation

One of Oriearth’s flagship efforts involves planting dense, native forests to restore ecosystems and increase biodiversity. Their afforestation projects not only combat climate change by sequestering carbon but also improve air quality and create habitats for diverse species.

2. Green Belt Development

To tackle urban challenges like the heat island effect and air pollution, Oriearth develops green belts around cities. These urban green zones serve as recreational spaces for communities while enhancing environmental conditions.

3. Community-Centric Programs

Oriearth empowers local and tribal communities by involving them in conservation projects. By creating opportunities for these communities to actively participate in environmental stewardship, the foundation ensures the inclusion of indigenous knowledge in modern conservation efforts.

4. Ecological Restoration

Through habitat restoration and water body rejuvenation, Oriearth strives to bring degraded ecosystems back to life. These efforts not only benefit the environment but also improve the livelihoods of local populations.

5. Sustainable Agriculture

Promoting sustainable farming practices is another area of focus for Oriearth. By advocating for organic and eco-friendly agricultural methods, the foundation aims to reduce the environmental impact of farming while ensuring food security.

Key Achievements

Oriearth Nature Foundation has achieved several milestones since its inception. Some of these include:

Planting Thousands of Trees: Through afforestation drives, Oriearth has successfully planted thousands of native trees, restoring biodiversity and combating desertification.

Community Empowerment Projects: The foundation has collaborated with tribal and rural communities to provide training, employment, and awareness programs.

Educational Outreach: Oriearth organizes workshops, webinars, and campaigns to educate people about sustainable living and environmental conservation.

How You Can Get Involved

Oriearth welcomes individuals, organizations, and volunteers to contribute to its mission. Here are some ways you can get involved:

Volunteer: Participate in tree plantation drives, awareness campaigns, and ecological restoration projects.

Donate: Financial contributions help fund Oriearth’s various initiatives.

Collaborate: Partner with Oriearth to implement large-scale conservation programs or conduct research.

Visit their official website Oriearth Nature Foundation to learn more and explore opportunities to make a difference.

A Sustainable Future with Oriearth

As environmental challenges continue to grow, organizations like Oriearth Nature Foundation play a pivotal role in driving change. By prioritizing biodiversity, sustainability, and community empowerment, they set an example for creating a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.

Whether you’re an environmental enthusiast, a corporate leader, or just someone looking to contribute to the planet’s well-being, Oriearth offers a platform for impactful action. Together, we can work toward a greener and more sustainable future.

[realcleverscience]

This is one of those new techs that few people even know about but which is set to transform the world:

Adsorbant-based Atmospheric Water Collection

Basically, they design adsorbants that can specifically bind to certain shaped/sized molecules. In this case, water molecules. The water in the air will cling to this stuff, and once the temperature is raised (either by the sun, or through electric heating/cooling cycles), the water flows out as a liquid, and the material can start the process again.

Unlike the old methods of compressing air to generate water (e.g. like your air conditioner does), this uses much less energy. If you rely on the sun to heat it directly, then it requires literally no artificial energy inputs.

Some people are making these to generate drinking water by electrically running many hot/cold cycles in a day. The water is generally clean, but minerals have to be added for it to be drinking safe. That said, I don't think that issue applies to plants.

Other people are taking a different approach, like the one in this article: The material isn't used in a machine, but rather, it is mixed into the soil. This way it does two things: 1: It retains water a LOT better. 2: It can even generate some of its own water using the day/night cycle.

This article shows massive benefits for crops that used this. In addition, they also engineered the materials to contain fertilizers which, like water, are retained in the water for longer, and which are released into the soil for plant uptake in a much more efficient way.

Considering that agriculture uses *most* of society's water, this can revolutionize farming, potentially drastically reducing farm water needs. Even more, this material can be especially useful in depleted soils and/or in areas with minimal irrigation options.

You can literally produce water in the desert with this stuff.

Just as solar panels created energy independence; this stuff will create water independence.

Just imagine an agri-voltaic farm, producing energy, which produces water, which can be used for both plants and (with some modification) drinking as well.

Just imagine projects like both Africa's and China's "Great green wall" projects, which seek to stop desertification through planting in depleted and sandy soils. They, like many tree planting campaigns, have struggled, in part, because these trees lack the water they need to survive. This could change that.

FYI: DARPA is really interested in this stuff. Just imagine a soldier's canteen that can refill itself. (Maybe a tiny pellet of minerals is added before use.)

So many applications. Really revolutionary stuff.

[santong]

Dream Hunt Ghana Empowers schools to be Environmental advocates on World Environment Day

As the world grapples with pressing environmental challenges such as land degradation, desertification, and drought, the significance of World Environment Day (WED) becomes increasingly poignant. This year, the campaign revolves around land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, encapsulated in the empowering slogan: “Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration.” Continue…

[vssraipurindia]

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 focuses on land restoration, stopping desertification and building drought resilience. The World Environment Day was celebrated by planting tree saplings in the campus. Students also went on a Save Soil campaign to spread awareness of land degradation. It is to increase awareness among students about the importance of the environment and the need to protect it.

[petula-xx]

June 5th is World Environment Day.

This year’s World Environment Day campaign focuses on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience under the slogan “Our land. Our future. We are #GenerationRestoration.”  

[delicatelysublimeforester]

Sowing Seeds of Change: Richard St. Barbe Baker's Green Legacy

[thefree-online]

Earth’s Blue Aura Launches its Indiegogo Campaign to Address Desertification and Climate Change

By: AB Newswire Earth’s Blue Aura, LLC, an environmental technology firm based in Louisville, Kentucky, has launched its crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo, focusing on the severe issues of frequent, prolonged drought and its effect on desertification and climate change. Since its establishment in 2019 by Dr. Arpan Jain, Earth’s Blue Aura has been developing sustainable methods to […] Earth’s…

[himalayatreats]

Our company’s sincere and effective approach for nature conservation and restoration campaign in Himalayan country Nepal. Nature conservation has been crucial like never before in this age of time as the catastrophic climate change impacts are visible right in front of us in the form of deadly desertification, flash floods, sea level rise or loss of snow in Himalayas or many other visible and invisible forms. We must unite together to fight against climate change.

[hardynwa]

NGO distributes 20,000 tree seedlings to Boko Haram survivors in Adamawa LG

A Non-governmental organisation, Iliya Kwache Foundation, has distributed another batch of 20,000 tree seedlings to survivors of the Boko Haram insurgency in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State to combat climate change and improve the living conditions of residents of the area. Chairman, Board of Trustees, of the Foundation, Iliya Kwache, who contested under the Labour Party for the Michika/Madagali Federal Constituency seat but lost, said he undertook the regular tree planting exercise, through his foundation to address desert encroachment and protection of the environment against the impact of Climate change in the area. The foundation distributed 20,000 tree seedlings, which included Mahogany, black plum, Shea butter, olive tree, and economic trees, for free to residents during its mass tree planting campaign. The goal of the campaign was to improve the living conditions of survivors of the insurgency. The beneficiaries were encouraged to plant the seedlings. Kwache charged the government to create a conducive atmosphere for the citizens who are returning back to their homelands after being forced to flee from the insurgency. He also suggested a day to be set aside as National Tree Planting to address climate change during the mass tree planting exercise by the foundation. He said, “We suggest the Federal government of Nigeria create a Ministry for Tree planting and declare a “National Tree Planting Day annually. Trees are the best attack and best defence against climate change and global warming as the benefits are enormous. During the tree planting exercise, some stakeholders pledged to support the convener’s campaign to protect the environment by opposing the activities of tree loggers. District Head of Michika, Ngida Zakawa promised the support of traditional institutions in tackling the indiscriminate cutting of trees. He said this would be done by deploying vigilantes to help enforce the directive of the state governor outlawing the cutting of trees for charcoal fuel. “We have been telling our people that whoever is caught cutting down trees will face the music as directed by the governor. We are ready to direct vigilantes to enforce the governor’s directive,” Zakawa stated. Lama Luka another beneficiary of the tree seedlings distributed during the mass tree-planting campaign praised the effort of the environmentalist. He said the mass tree planting exercise will help to restore the lost glory of the environment and curb fast encroaching desertification. Read the full article

[abigailshorel5]

WWF Campaigns

https://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/wwf-campaigns

WWF have created some effective campaigns raising awareness to climate change. I have found that they are so successful because they use powerful imagery and very limited type. 

Stop Climate Change Before it Changes You

2008 WWF campaign to bring awareness to climate change by mutating into a fish, it is saying that reverse evolution may occur in response to ice melting at an alarming rate

Disintegrating Animals 

2011 campaign to bring awareness to the negative impacts animals are going through due to climate change, in particular species going extinct. ‘Desertification destroys 6000 species every year’, the visuals in the campaign show the animals turning into dust reminiscent of a desert. 

Forest as Lungs

This campaign was to create awareness for deforestation. It is a powerful image that shows the damage that is being done and the importance trees have to our oxygen.

Horrifying Campaign

It is showing that a world with a shark/snake is scary but a world without them would be scarier. 

#lastselfie

Don’t destroy their life for your pleasure

[worldnotobaccoday]

Grow food; Not Tobacco.

Tobacco growing harms our health, the health of farmers and the planet’s health. The tobacco industry interferes with attempts to substitute tobacco growing, contributing to the global food crisis.

The World No-Tobacco Day 2023 campaign encourages governments to end tobacco growing subsidies and use the savings to support farmers to switch to more sustainable crops that improve food security and nutrition. 

Campaign objectives

Mobilize governments to end subsidies on tobacco growing and use of savings for crop substitution programmes that support farmers to switch and improve food security and nutrition.

Raise awareness in tobacco farming communities about the benefits of moving away from tobacco and growing sustainable crops;

Support efforts to combat desertification and environmental degradation by decreasing tobacco farming;

Expose industry efforts to obstruct sustainable livelihoods work.

The key measure of campaign success would be the number of governments that pledge to end subsidies on tobacco growing.