Witness the remarkable growth of Monsoon, an adorable black bear cub, in the beautiful U.S.-Mexico borderlands. Over 15 months, the Center’s critter cams documented Monsoon's journey from a 2-month-old cub, secure with its mother, to a fully independent yearling.

The borderlands reveal a surprising diversity of wildlife sharing Monsoon's habitat. Neighbors include cacti, coatis, coyotes, bats, pumas, and even a jaguar, showcasing the rich ecosystem of this unique region.

Addressing land and forest degradation requires integrated land management, balancing development with natural resource conservation. Burkina Faso's REDD+ program offers an innovative approach tailored for Sahelian countries and dry forests. This strategy strengthens governance and implements decentralized actions, empowering communities and local governments to design and execute investments that protect their natural capital.

The upcoming REDD+ Investment Program will scale these successful lessons across the country.

Imagine a world where everyone discusses climate. Climate One invites you to join this vital conversation.

Share your thoughts by posting a video or photo on Twitter or Facebook. Use #LetsTalkClimate to let us know what you think.

Brian Wiedenmeier emphasizes the critical need for broad participation in discussions about climate change and its impacts. He urges everyone to engage, from neighbors and friends to business owners, elected officials, and policymakers.

Wiedenmeier states that the stakes are too high for anyone to be excluded from this vital conversation, underscoring the importance of collective dialogue.

Nicolette Hahn Niman expresses significant frustration with the oversimplified messages prevalent in climate conversations.

She specifically highlights the common advice to "don't eat beef," noting it's often presented as a straightforward solution beneficial for the climate.

Dominique Crenn suggests a large dinner table is an ideal setting for discussing climate change. She posits that food is the core of engagement, a catalyst that naturally leads to narrative development.

This progression from narrative fosters new ideas and cultivates greater mutual respect among participants. Such an environment is crucial for meaningful dialogue on pressing global issues. #LetsTalkClimate

Sunrun co-founder Ed Fenster suggests a practical approach to discussing climate change: take personal action. He advises sharing with friends how these steps have positively impacted your life.

Fenster believes this method will inspire others, fostering a positive cycle of engagement. #LetsTalkClimate

Chef Dominique Crenn of Atelier Crenn has voiced concerns about the beef industry, emphasizing the profound interconnectedness of all life. She argues that current consumption patterns are detrimental to our well-being.

As a result of these convictions, Crenn has announced that beef will be removed from her restaurant's menus.

Anthony Myint shares his perspective on wine production and its environmental impact.

He emphasizes the critical need to examine industry growing practices through a climate lens.

John Wick and the Marin Carbon Project are pioneering carbon farming, a practice that sequesters atmospheric carbon in soil. This research-backed approach enhances soil fertility, increases crop yields, and makes farms more resilient to drought. Adopted globally, carbon farming offers a powerful solution to the climate crisis.

Learn more about carbon farming at Bioneers.

Hollywood faces a stark gender inequality, with women directors representing a small fraction of filmmakers. This disparity is central to a heated gender discrimination battle, led by activist Maria Giese. She instigated Hollywood's gender equality movement, addressing the employment equity challenges behind #MeToo and #TimesUp.

Giese, a filmmaker, describes her vision for the post-#MeToo era. This insightful talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

After fleeing war-torn South Sudan, Mary Maker found security and hope through education at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. Now a teacher of young refugees, she champions education as an essential tool for rebuilding lives and empowering girls, stating it can "turn their tears of loss into a passion for peace."

TED Talks feature leading thinkers and doers sharing insights on technology, entertainment, design, science, and global issues. Explore more talks at TED.com. Follow TED on Twitter, like on Facebook, and subscribe to our channel.

Michelle Romero highlights community efforts to introduce sustainable and efficient transportation in rural towns.

These initiatives prioritize mobility and health access over environmental concerns.

Michelle Romero, National Director for Green For All, discusses a green economy.

She highlights that this vision encompasses more than just cutting carbon pollution; it also prioritizes building strong, sustainable communities.

Agriculture is responsible for approximately 14% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Cattle, raised for milk and meat, are significant contributors, emitting climate-warming methane. This creates a challenge, balancing environmental concerns with strong consumer demand for dairy and beef products.

For further insights, explore Climate One:

https://climateone.org/
https://climateone.org/events/mark-kurlansky-and-anna-lapp%C3%A9-plate-planet

Recent remote camera footage shows the Togo wolf pack's breeding male with his two young pups. The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) plans to shoot him, which would leave his pups vulnerable and his mate without a hunting partner.

Last week, the Center for Biological Diversity secured a temporary court order halting the culling. We are back in court this week, seeking to make that protection permanent.

Please donate to our Wolf Defense Fund to help keep the Togo pack safe: https://bit.ly/2PaJxHl. Media can request footage by emailing CenterVideos@BiologicalDiversity.org.

A new UC Berkeley analysis questions whether geoengineering can effectively save the planet, particularly concerning crop damage. Injecting atmospheric particles to cool the Earth, a proposed climate change countermeasure, would not offset crop damage caused by rising global temperatures.

While shading the planet can lower temperatures and aid crop growth, plants also require sunlight. Therefore, blocking sunlight through geoengineering could negatively impact overall plant development.

Visit: UCTV

Chris Grantham's work at IDEO highlights the shift from designing products to redesigning economic systems for a circular economy. The 2018 Summit in London explored these transformative ideas, digital technologies, and disruptive realities already shaping business and policy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. As a global thought leader, it engages decision-makers across business, government, and academia. Discover more about their work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org, subscribe to their YouTube channel: EMF YouTube, and explore the Disruptive Innovation Festival (DIF) films at DIF YouTube.