We have a recommendation! Check out "How We Survive"— a podcast from NPR and Marketplace that explores the technologies, industries, and human decisions shaping our climate future. A brand new season has started, so have a listen wherever you get your podcasts! marketplace.org/shows/how-we-survive

City sewers are getting jammed with “fatbergs”... rock-hard blockages of grease, oil, and "non-flushable" debris. Never pour cooking grease down the drain, and flush only toilet paper! bbc.com/future/article/20260511-fatbergs-are-taking-over-city-sewers-can-we-stop-them

EarthShare is proud to welcome Mangrove Action Project as our newest nonprofit partner. Mangroves are incredible for carbon storage and storm protection. For 30+ years, Mangrove Action Project has been restoring these powerful natural defenses with communities worldwide. mangroveactionproject.org.

While bright white snow reflects the sun's rays, it also acts as an insulator. Scientists with Protect Our Winters, an EarthShare nonprofit partner, are finding that deeper snow can actually trap heat. Link here and in bio: protectourwinters.org/snow-science-and-a-sacred-arctic/

As #KeystoneSpecies, harvester ants are seed-collecting insects found around the world... but they play an outsized role in North America’s deserts and grasslands. More from Entomological Society of America: entomologytoday.org/2022/02/01/heroes-not-headaches-reframing-reputation-harvester-ants/

Get this—grasslands and wetlands now get converted to agriculture at FOUR TIMES the rate of forests. Watch the video and read this Inside Climate News article (link in bio too): insideclimatenews.org/news/25022026/grasslands-wetlands-gobbled-up-by-agriculture-livestock

EarthShare is a proud fiscal sponsor of FRONTLINE RESILIENCE—an initiative delivering no-cost, trauma-informed mental health support for climate activists and frontline communities. earthshare.org/fiscal-sponsorship/case-study-frontline-resilience/

To celebrate #EarthDay (and Earth Month, really), we compiled a playlist of essential environmental songs. We have Joni and Marvin and Bob and Billie, bringing us tracks about our fair planet and how we live on it. LINK IN BIO #ClimateAction #MusicForThePlanet #SpotifyPlaylist

Take a look inside one of the nation's largest primate rescue operations in the new short documentary film SANCTUARY FOUND. EarthShare Nonprofit Partner @bornfreeusa.bsky.social has run this lifelong primate home for 4+ decades to care for these amazing creatures: youtube.com/watch?v=-HlH56F4Q2g

The future of food is being grown right now... Tilth Alliance works with farmers, gardeners, and communities across Washington State to create a food system that’s healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable for everyone. 🌱 Learn more at tilthalliance.org

Behind every meal is a workforce we rarely see. Millions of food system workers keep us fed, often facing unsafe conditions, extreme heat, and limited protections. Supporting these critical workers means supporting a safer, more sustainable food system. earthshare.org/holding-the-hands-that-feed-us/

EarthShare welcomes its latest Nonprofit Partner—the IUCN, U.S. Fund—part of the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network. The IUCN unite governments, scientists, Indigenous leaders, and NGOs to problem-solve our planet’s greatest challenges. Link in bio or learn more here: iucnus.org

HAPPY EARTH MONTH! To mark the occasion, we just launched a series of playlists. Today we're celebrating the '80s with a list of new wave, synthpop, and indie songs inspired by the place we all call home. earthshare.org/new-wave-environmental-songs-1980s-earthshare-spotify-playlist/

Where does our food come from, who is growing it, and how good is it for you? It’s time to find out about the current state of our global food system. Link in bio and here: earthshare.org/quiz-march-2026-the-global-food-system/

Wind energy just reached new heights... literally. Researchers successfully tested a helium-filled airborne wind turbine that hovers 6,500 feet in the sky. Watch the video and read more from Scientific American: scientificamerican.com/article/china-is-reportedly-testing-a-new-airborne-wind-turbine/

With the buzz around the new #Hoppers movie, it’s time to celebrate the North American #beaver! 🦫 Watch our video and learn more from our Nonprofit Partner, the Beaver Institute: beaverinstitute.org/learn-about-beavers/climate-change/

Once the backdrop for the BBC series "Castaway," an uninhabited Scottish island is the site of a major restoration effort to revive the UK’s lost "Atlantic rainforest." Watch video and learn more: thenational.scot/news/25861808.scotlands-largest-uninhabited-island-rainforest-restored/

When you hear “Old MacDonald had a farm,” what do you picture? For many farmers today, reality looks very different. Rising costs, volatile markets, and industry consolidation have put small farms at risk. earthshare.org/farmers-food-and-an-industry-on-the-edge-a-closer-look-at-americas-farm-crisis

High in Tian Shan mountains of #Uzbekistan, rangers and filmmakers for #BBCNews spotted something extraordinary... a snow leopard, the elusive “ghost of the mountain.” Watch the video and read the article here: bbc.com/future/article/20260225-the-former-soviet-reserve-where-snow-leopards-roam

With the help of EarthShare Nonprofit Partner, the Elakha Alliance, sea otters are returning to the Oregon coast. These amazing keystone species protect vital kelp forests, boost biodiversity, and strengthen coastal ecosystems... Otter nonsense, that is not! More at elakhaalliance.org.

New research shows climate change is reshaping where diseases spread. As temps rise, mosquitoes & ticks expand—and habitat loss increases zoonotic risk. Read more: earthshare.org/how-climate-change-is-rewriting-the-geography-of-disease/

Rare earths power clean energy and tech—but mining them is messy. New research shows we could recover these critical minerals from fungi and waste piles instead. More at bbc.com/future/article/20260203-landfills-and-coal-ash-the-untapped-sources-of-rare-earth-metals-needed-to-fuel-modern-technology

The common white-tailed deer plays a huge role in shaping forests and #wildlife. Watch the video and learn more from EarthShare Nonprofit Partner @natureserve.bsky.social explorer.natureserve.org/Taxon/ELEMENT_GLOBAL.2.104777/Odocoileus_virginianus

We know George Washington Carver for peanuts... but his pioneering work in soil restoration and crop rotation would create the sustainable agriculture we know today. Watch and read more from Science History Institute at sciencehistory.org/education/scientific-biographies/george-washington-carver/

EarthShare welcomes Lancaster Conservancy as our newest Nonprofit Partner! Since 1969, they’ve protected 10,000+ acres of wild lands and clean waterways across PA's Lancaster & York Counties... all open to the public year-round and protected forever. lancasterconservancy.org/

At a pivotal moment for the environmental movement, EarthShare is building systems that endure. Our 2025 Annual Report highlights millions of dollars mobilized, smarter giving tools, and the infrastructure powering climate and community resilience. Read more: earthshare.org/annual-report-2025/

This month’s quiz is all about the latest UN Environment Programme Frontiers Report, exploring the “new age of challenges for people and ecosystems.” We're looking at walkable cities for this month's social media question. Take the full quiz: earthshare.org/quiz-january-2026-the-climate-frontier/

Climate finance shifts the Amazon rainforest from deforestation-driven economies to regenerative solutions that support local communities and protect the forest. Learn more: earthshare.org/saving-the-amazon-rainforest-with-climate-finance/

Sustainable farming can protect forests and livelihoods at the same time. EarthShare Nonprofit Partner, Inga Foundation, works with farmers in Central America to replace destructive practices with proven agricultural systems that support families and keep rainforests standing. More at ingatree.org.

What happens to people when animals disappear? A new Pulitzer Center supported project by The Washington Post reveals how biodiversity protects human health... and why the fate of wildlife is tied to our own. Link in bio and below. https://pulitzercenter.org/projects/species-save-us

When division feels overwhelming, history reminds us that real change has always started with community. Check out these 9 everyday climate heroes: earthshare.org/the-secret-to-solving-the-climate-crisis-and-9-everyday-heroes-leading-the-charge/

Snow, freezing temperatures, foggy breath—winter's officially here in the U.S., and folks at higher latitudes are seeing its effects all around them. TAKE OUR QUIZ: earthshare.org/quiz-december-2025-winter-ecosystems/

A HOLIDAY CLASSIC! Here's a rebroadcast of last year's top 5 tips for a sustainable holiday. Again, a big warm hug goes to @Oceana and @World_Wildlife for the advise on their blogs. #SustainableHolidays #EcoFriendlyTips #HolidayTips

Say hello to EarthShare’s newest partner—Hudson Highlands Land Trust! From safeguarding 3,600+ acres from development to expanding public outdoor access, Hudson Highlands Land Trust helps communities and ecosystems thrive in the Hudson Highlands just north of NYC. More at hhlt.org

Down in the dark, life finds a way. Mammoth Cave is home to hundreds of miles of passageways and species uniquely adapted to a world without sunlight. Watch our video and read more: earthshare.org/mammoth-cave-and-the-hidden-world-of-earths-darkest-ecosystems/

American alligators may look intimidating, but they’re gentle ecosystem engineers too. Watch the video and learn more from EarthShare Nonprofit partner @nationalwildlife.bsky.social: nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Reptiles/American-Alligator

It's #GivingTuesday, Earthlings!!! Just to get everyone inspired, here's a quick video showing life on our amazingly cool planet. Learn about how we're building a healthier, more sustainable world at www.earthshare.org.

ES partner Citizens Campaign for the Environment has been bringing neighbors together since 1985—starting as a handful of local advocates and growing into a community of more than 120,000 people across NY and CT. At its heart, CCE gives people a voice to stand for the planet! citizenscampaign.org

Fish farming now outpaces wild fishing—but at a big cost. Crowded, stressed farmed #salmon face disease and harm wild populations. Experts say it’s time to rethink how we raise salmon. EarthShare helped this @vox.com reporting via our donor-advised fund. youtube.com/watch?v=14pAZJMgnZw

QUIZ TIME! Human health, wildlife, ecosystem processes—what do these all have in common? They’re directly affected by the light and noise pollution all around us. Find out how: earthshare.org/quiz-november-2025-light-noise-pollution/

World leaders are in Belém, Brazil, for #COP30 — a pivotal moment for climate action as nations struggle to meet goals set in the #ParisAgreement. Watch the video and read more from the @theguardian.com: theguardian.com/environment/2025/nov/10/cop30-what-are-the-main-issues-and-why-do-they-matter

Meet One Earth Conservation—EarthShare’s new Nonprofit Partner! Working across the Americas, One Earth Conservation protects parrots and the people who share their lands through transformative conservation, education, and efforts to end the wildlife trade. More at oneearthconservation.org.

Once on the brink of extinction, green sea turtles are making a remarkable comeback. Their global population has risen nearly 30% since the 1970s — enough for the IUCN to move them from “endangered” to “least concern." Great piece from @vox.com: vox.com/climate/466231/sea-turtle-iucn-conservation

Get ready to meet plants that bite, burn, and kill… Nature doesn’t hold back, people! #HappyHalloween #WeirdFacts #EcoHorror

What happens when a decades-old philosophy debate meets a modern mission to care for billions of tiny shrimp? EarthShare's donor-advised fund helped make this @voxdotcom.bsky.social reporting possible. Listen on Vox's Unexplainable podcast: vox.com/unexplainable

EarthShare Nonprofit Partner Michigan Energy Options helps communities across MI save energy and save money. From renewable power projects to efficiency upgrades, MEO partners with cities, businesses, and residents to build a cleaner, stronger Michigan. michiganenergyoptions.org

The U.S. energy system is at a turning point. We still rely on fossil fuels 80+% of our power, even as renewables become cheaper and more reliable. Meanwhile, our aging grid struggles to keep up with demand. earthshare.org/fossil-fuels-an-aging-grid-and-the-future-of-energy-in-the-us/

Florida’s reefs are in a dire state, but scientists have hope with “super corals.” By crossbreeding local corals with heat-tolerant ones from Honduras, they’re creating hybrids built to survive rising ocean temps. @npr.org >>> npr.org/2025/10/01/nx-s1-5547122/florida-coral-reef-climate-change

QUIZ TIME! Test your knowledge on sustainable transportation systems around the world. From the UK to Senegal to Brazil, public transit is making huge strides to lower carbon footprints. Take the full quiz: earthshare.org/quiz-september-2025-sustainable-public-transportation/

Remembering Jane Goodall (1934–2025) — the pioneering primatologist who revealed the rich emotional lives of chimpanzees and inspired the world to see our deep connection to nature. nytimes.com/2025/10/01/obituaries/jane-goodall-dead.html