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Seeing the phrase “in lieu of flowers” in an obituary is a common occurrence. But some people still really love flowers. The smell and beauty can bring comfort during the difficulty of navigating grief. However, there are still ways to send flowers and remain conscious of sustainability. In honor of upcoming Earth Day tomorrow, discover five creative solutions to consider in lieu of flowers: https://hubs.ly/Q02ttmGs0

Embrace the Earth beneath your feet 🌿💫 This #FridayEBTip is all about the powerful practice of walking barefoot in nature. Ground yourself, connect with the Earth, and let its re-energizing force flow through you. Step into ecological belonging and feel the magic of nature's embrace. 🌱 You can find out more about our latest #EcologicalBelonging initiative here: https://ow.ly/Rhpl50RBtjZ Credit and thanks to <wildwomansisterhoodofficial> on Instagram for inspiring this post!

It takes only a few clicks and the change starts. Ecosia has helped me to gain more consciousness and take more actions on my daily basis with the knowledge and transparency provided. Earth day must celebrated planting a tree 🌴 🌳 🌲 I have planted mine! What about you? Have you plante a tree today? #earthday #climatechange #ecosia

l am showing my latest woodcutprints. Since 2022, I have been dealing with humans and their urge to expand and conquer the universe in order to develop new resources and habitats, possibly on another planet. And on the other hand, there is the pressing question of whether we should not do everything we can to enable life to continue on our blue planet: How can 195 countries on this earth achieve the current goal to respect the nature?

🌊🐠 Discover the Magnificent Great Barrier Reef 🐠🌊 The Great Barrier Reef, a jewel in the crown of the natural world, stretches over 2,300 kilometers off the coast of Queensland, Australia. As the world's largest coral reef system, it's a mosaic of 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands, teeming with marine life. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is not only a vital marine biodiversity hotspot but also a significant scientific and ecological treasure, offering insights into coral reef ecosystems, climate change impacts, and conservation challenges. The reef's vibrant coral gardens are home to an astonishing variety of sea life, including countless species of fish, mollusks, birds, and the endangered dugong and large green turtle. Its sheer scale and diversity make it a premier destination for divers and marine enthusiasts from around the globe, emphasizing the importance of preserving such natural wonders for future generations. In light of its significance, it's crucial we understand and appreciate the delicate balance of our planet's ecosystems. To further explore this and other natural marvels, I invite you to take part in our "Wonders of the Natural World Flash Quiz: Explore Earth's Marvels! 🌍🌿" available on YouTube. Test your knowledge, learn something new, and join the conversation on preserving our world's beauty. 👉 Check out the quiz here: https://lnkd.in/dRJGd9bp Let's celebrate and protect our planet's wonders together. #GreatBarrierReef #NaturalWonders #Conservation #EducationalQuiz #thequizmasters.

"Mere akele ke karne se kya hoga, sab log karein tab, farak padega. Let's learn a lesson and pledge to save environment. Here is presenting a poem for conserving Forests. In the heart of the forest, where the trees stand tall, Lies a world of wonder, for one and all. Their branches reach high, their roots run deep, In this ancient realm, secrets they keep. Conserving forests, our sacred vow, For they're more than just trees, they're life's truest bough. With every leaf that rustles, every bird that sings, In their green embrace, harmony springs. From the mighty redwoods to the lush Amazon, These forests are lifelines, where dreams are drawn. They purify the air, they shelter the wild, In their verdant embrace, hope is compiled. So let's stand as guardians, with hearts open wide, For the forests we save, we secure the tide. In every seed we plant, in every tree we tend, We ensure a future where nature can mend. Let's cherish these havens, with each breath we take, For the forests we conserve, the Earth will wake. In the symphony of life, let's play our part, For in saving our forests, we save our beating heart. #HeartOfTheForest #ConservingNature #LifeInTrees #GreenHarmony #SaveOurForests #Nature'sLifelines #HopeInGreen #GuardiansOfTheEarth #CherishOurForests #Sustainability #NatureSymphony #ProtectOurPlanet .

Transforming Forests are PUNK A few month ago, over 200 people gathered for a conference organised by Stichting NatuurCollege and the Forest & Nature Conservation Policy Group, Wageningen University. We now publish 10 aphorisms that recall the best messages of day one. Here is the first - the others you can read here: https://lnkd.in/ejm9Xm9P Somewhere, halfway the first day, a person in the audience spoke up: “one can feel lost and insignificant amidst all these well-meant talks and analyses about forests and other complex systems. I, for one, even experience a shame and guilt not to be able to fit in such complexity and all the words and concepts adorning it”. This remark may have been personal, it nevertheless voiced a more broadly shared dissonance. Nature on decline corresponds to science on the rise, yet we should not replace a dying complexity of forests with the virtual rise of models. Nature is dead, long live models?! Many audience participants recalled, again and again, the joy of experiencing the liveliness of a forest or even a singular tree. A feeling of deep connection for one of the oldest species in the long history of this planet. For science, this may be confusing. Although through personal intimacy, it is readily accessible. This paradox was brilliantly expressed by a singular word in a participative wordcloud at the end of day one. To everyone’s amazement the word PUNK stood out as the take home message. PUNK! Radical originality. Transforming Forests are punk perhaps because they share with the punk-movement a collective, physical, and empowering urge for experiential authenticity. The unabridged experience of forests and trees as an aesthetics of indigenous science. 👏🏼 thanks to Georg Winkel Maria Tengö Marc Palahí Douglas Sheil Gert-Jan Nabuurs Carol Colfer Staatsbosbeheer Collectief Natuurinclusief Josie Chambers @guido caniglia Willem Ferwerda @belinda reyers #forest #reciprocity #complexity #natuurinclusief #transformation #punk

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🌍🌿✨ Here's how our incredible team celebrated Earth Day, basking in the beauty of our precious planet! 🌱🌞 From serene hikes to vibrant garden walks, each moment captured reminds us of the importance of cherishing and protecting our environment. Together, let's continue to make every day Earth Day! 🌎💚 #EarthDay #NatureLovers #TrancendTranslation #TranslationCompany #TranslationService #ELearningTranslation #LanguageTranslation