Good News Headlines 1/18/2023
The recent adoption of a landmark agreement to protect 30 per cent of nature by 2030, signed by 196 countries at Cop15 in December, marks a turning point. But how can individuals be true stewards of nature?
The recent adoption of a landmark agreement to protect 30 per cent of nature by 2030, signed by 196 countries at Cop15 in December, marks a turning point. But how can individuals be true stewards of nature?
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Millions more Americans now have the right to vote in non-English languages as newly released data from the US Census Bureau requires that 331 jurisdictions in 30 states must offer non-English voting materials.
Looking back at the year’s top 10 most popular stories, it’s clear that you, dear readers, were hungry for hopeful stories. We’re inspired by your willingness to learn—about transformative justice, the roots of modern food movements, and the possibility of an ecological civilization.
Climate activist Greta Thunberg is imploring the world to be “brave” after a comprehensive new climate report by the United Nations concluded a hotter future is locked in. She told supporters it’s “up to us to be brave and take decisions based on the scientific evidence provided in these reports.”
Experts agree that discussing climate change and modeling behaviors that reflect climate solutions are important. Exhibiting climate-positive behaviors such as energy conservation and avoiding single-use plastics carries value at all ages.