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Sharing one of the creative signs made during the Creative Advocacy Practicum (CAPs) of our partner, @semillas_del_oceano Translation of their original post: "Today we present to you the “Creative Sign” of Fátima Casasola of CUNIZAB 🎨 Fátima wanted to capture the POLLUTION 😔 that affects our oceans, visibly showing that EVERYTHING we discard incorrectly, regardless of its material, becomes garbage and pollutes the environment. 💡 You too collaborate by spreading the impacts of pollution on the environment, and especially in the oceans. 🤓 Make sure you produce as little waste as possible. Do not discard any object until you have exhausted the reuse and/or recycling options. 💙 Thanks to Creative Action Institute for their support on this project." Learn more about their CAPs project at: https://bit.ly/49Irpha

We are excited to meet everyone tomorrow at the "Blue Equals Green - How Water Quality Impacts Your Business' Bottom Line" event hosted by the Greater Naples Chamber and sponsored by the Collier Community Foundation. To learn more about our Water Quality Study ahead of time, please see this link: https://lnkd.in/gcDHjxsi About the Study: To address growing concerns around the health and vitality of our waterways, Captains for Clean Water, Conservancy of Southwest Florida, and Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation enlisted Greene Economics to conduct a thorough analysis of the economic repercussions of degraded water quality. This pivotal study aims to translate the ecological impact into tangible economic figures, offering a clearer perspective on the stakes involved. The study also shines light on how good water quality has a positive economic impact and that projects and policies that improve water quality will pay off through a more robust economy.

Join us in our mission to protect the environment by donating to support the publication of the upcoming ATLAS OF A THREATENED PLANET by Esther Gonstalla. This book transforms complex environmental data into accessible, beautiful infographics like this ⬇️ https://ow.ly/Gc6E50SSlwe

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For the March spot on our countdown, we're highlighting this excellent article by Harold Sigüenza & Allison Trulock, talking about the challenges and opportunities for solid waste collection in growing communities! https://brnw.ch/21wFpGl

Every year, we take some time to reflect on CLEE’s mission and what we have accomplished towards that end. Our 2023 Snapshot report showcases our work over the past year and our strides in three strategic areas: Actionable Research: Developing and disseminating research that directly informs and influences policy and practice. Training and Education: Equipping current and future environmental leaders with the knowledge and skills to make a difference. Communication and Engagement: Nurturing the continued growth of an informed and engaged community. These are the pillars of our new strategic plan, providing a structure for building on CLEE's 18 years of expertise and experience. Your partnership and support have been instrumental in our journey and will remain so in the months and years to come. The challenges we face are daunting, but we are optimistic that together, we can create an even more meaningful impact. Please join us in celebrating our achievements and recommitting to the pursuit of sustainable and equitable environmental solutions. Read our Snapshot here: https://lnkd.in/ggCXCjF4

Great to be part of a diverse panel at yesterday's letsrecycle.com national conference discussing priorities for the next government for the waste and resources strategy. To summarise my thoughts:- 1) Avoid backsliding with recycling performance - Let's protect good performance where it exists already so we don’t throw out the baby with the bathwater. Aluminium packaging is already achieving great recycling rates and beverage cans are at 82% recycling rate; let's not jeopardise that! 2) Injecting some speed, not haste – difficult to support EPR more than conceptually right now, as we don’t know some very important information (like how it’s going to be governed and how much it’s going to cost!). We need detail to be published ASAP so it can be examined, debated and the feedback used to improve things. With a DRS, we need to get on with that urgently, pending my final point… 3) Inspire confidence, set the tone – the Scottish DRS collapse had severe ramifications in the value chain, knocking confidence and undermining trust in these producer responsibility schemes despite industry buy-in. The next government must set their tone and priorities early to de-risk the process for producers and retailers, by working with devolved administrations to clarify the rules and most importantly stick to them so businesses can get on and invest in delivery and making the most of the opportunities. Other members of the panel Anna Willetts John Coates MCIWM Surabhin Chackiath and Peter Jones had some fascinating inputs of their own from their areas of expertise, ably chaired by Hattie Parke FCIWM. Thanks for sharing this picture John Coates MCIWM!

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Check out this recent NPR article about the great work GEO Non Profit is doing in Ohio. Ohio Department of Development Ohio Department of Public Safety OhioMBE

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