Our work with Groundwork Elizabeth was featured on the Today Show! To reintroduce nature to their community, Elizabeth planted a series of “microforests,” dense plots high in biodiversity which develop the characteristics of mature forests up to 5 times faster than other urban forests. #microforests

New research by First Street shows nearly one-fifth of the homes in Washington DC face high flood risks, with homes along the Potomac and Anacostia rivers rated major or severe. #floodrisk

Earth Economics is hiring! We are seeking a Communications Manager (contractor) to help shape our voice and amplify our impacts through storytelling, thought leadership, and creative campaigns. #joinourteam

A recent Harvard and Stanford study shows that time spent in nature can significantly improve mental health. Urban forests were found to be particularly effective at reducing depression and anxiety. #urbannature

Wildfire resilience is becoming a factor in California’s real estate market. Protecting homes stabilizes real estate prices—Tahoe area homeowners saw 39% lower premiums and 89% lower deductibles after implementing forest management practices. #riskmitigation

WRI has published “The New Global Possible” to commemorate the signing of the Paris Agreement. It includes firsthand accounts of engaging with global climate leaders, showing powerful stories of hope and innovation across technology, nature-based solutions, and social movements. #climateaction

Cities 1.5 is a podcast by the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy, produced by the University of Toronto Press. This summer, their Editor-in-Chief David Miller hosted a short podcast series on the life and thought of a giant in Ecological Economics, Herman Daly. #hermandaly

Parks Tacoma has unveiled its first comprehensive Climate Action Plan, developed in collaboration with community and expert partners. The Plan sets ambitious targets: net‑zero emissions, a 15–20% drop in water use, electrifying 75% of its vehicle fleet, and boosting staff commuting. #climateaction

In 2021, Groundwork installed the first “microforest,” small neighborhood stands of more than 260 native trees and plants. Earlier this year, they asked Earth Economics to assess their broader benefits and costs. #microforests

Earth Economics has analyzed home hardening against wildfires across California. Each retrofitting dollar generates $1.70 in total economic activity. Moderately hardening throughout the state would support 74K−92.5K jobs, generate $21−$26.5B in economic and activity. #wildfireresilience

The South Park neighborhood along the Duwamish River in Seattle faces worsening floods from climate change, rising sea levels, and aging infrastructure. #floodrisk

Does your community need help making the case for nature-based solutions? Do you want to build your capacity in communicating the benefits of green infrastructure? #ingridraschlegacyfund Applications are open until July 14, 2025.

The Pacific Institute launched the Accounting for Nature Program to equip decisionmakers with evidence and tools for investing in nature-based solutions. With benefit-cost analyses of real-world case studies, the program helps make the business case for nature-based solutions. #naturebasedsolutions

Integrating natural capital—forests, wetlands, clean water—into economic planning can drive sustainable growth. By valuing these resources, governments and investors can make informed decisions that balance development with environmental stewardship. #naturalcapital

A recent global survey of 125 countries revealed that 89% of respondents want their governments to do more on climate change. #climateaction

All Canadian national parks will be free until September, with added discounts on amenities. This fulfills a campaign promise of the newly elected government, and marks 8 years since Canada made park access free for its 150th anniversary. #outdoorrecreation

The Greater Everglades system contributes over $31.5 billion to support the wellbeing of residents and visitors of south Florida—over 50 years, this translates to an asset value of more than $1 trillion. #foreverglades

American Forests is convening urban foresters, community advocates, city leaders and allied professionals to share expertise and resources in the Tree Equity Coaching Network. #TreeEquity

NOAA and partners have launched the ACUNE GeoTool—an interactive online platform that shows how sea level rise, storm surge, and urban runoff may impact infrastructure, ecosystems, and even historic sites across Southwest Florida. #coastalflooding

In 2024, LISC Jacksonville invested in the rejuvenation of Ribault Scenic Drive Park in Jacksonville, FL. The 1.36 acre park is the only park within walking distance for most Lake Forest Hills residents. #urbangreening

The Arbor Day Foundation, US Forest Service and forestry consultants PlanIT Geo have created an interactive tool that explores changes in urban forest cover. #urbantrees

Grassroot movements from London to Singapore are planting trees and transforming their neighborhoods. Such community-led greening is improving urban quality of life, strengthening social ties and climate resilience. #plantatree

Last week, the Ohio River Basin Alliance, the National Wildlife Federation, and the University of Louisville’s Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute released the Ohio River Basin Restoration and Protection Plan for public comment. Comments will be accepted through July 18. #riverrestoration

Earth Economics has partnered with The Everglades Foundation to assess the value provided by 8 ecosystem services, which provide at least $31B in value each year, with an asset value of at least $1.01T. #foreverglades

In Arkansas, duck hunting has long funded wetland preservation through license fees and gear purchases. However, declining waterfowl populations—driven by habitat loss and climate change—now threaten both the sport and the ecosystems it supports. #wetlandswork

Following 1999’s ambitious "Grain to Green" initiative, vast expanses of degraded land in China's Loess Plateau have been revitalized, with a 25% increase in vegetative cover, reduced soil erosion, more productive agriculture, and greater biodiversity. #ecosystemrestoration

A recent USC study revealed that trees in Los Angeles absorb up to 60% of daytime CO2 emissions. #urbantrees

The GSI Impact Hub has produced an online calculator to estimate the effects of individual GSI (green stormwater infrastructure) projects, based on user-supplied data and scenarios. #greeninfrastructure

For decades, the Yurok and Karuk Tribes fought to remove four hydro dams along the Klamath River. These dams, constructed in the early 20th century by PacifiCorp, severely disrupted salmon migration and degraded water quality. #riverrestoration

The recent World Bank publication “Making Waves” highlights threats facing oceans and coastal resources—from overexploitation to pollution—and promotes the blue economy as transformative to sustainable development. #blueeconomy

The Saik'uz, a First Nation in BC, is addressing environmental degradation in their territory by independently assessing damage and driving restoration efforts. #nativestewardship

“We find ourselves faced with systemic challenges that are distinct yet interconnected ... Climate change, the loss of biodiversity, environmental decay, global disparities, lack of food security and threats to the dignity of the peoples affected by them.” —Pope Francis #LaudatoSi’

The Pacific Flyway offers critical stopover habitat for migratory birds, but faces water shortages. Granting water rights to these habitats may preserve essential ecosystems for migratory birds. #migratoryhabitat

In “Close to Home,” Thor Hanson shows how retraining our eyes reveals hidden wonders just waiting to be discovered—we can all contribute to science and improve the health of our planet. #nature

In 2024, with funding from The Kresge Foundation, we supported the Ohio River Basin Alliance with a valuation of co-benefits created by ecosystems in the Ohio River Basin. The study found that the 68M acres of natural ecosystems in the Ohio River Basin produce at least $50B in annual benefits.

Thursday at 12:30 ET, Glen Delaney and Carson Risner present“Making the Case for Nature-Based Solutions: Ecosystem Services, Benefit-Cost Analyses, and Storytelling” will detail how social and environmental impacts can advance community resiliency and well-being. #naturebasedsolutions

In 2017, WA State's Department of Natural Resources developed an "all hands, all lands" wildfire prevention strategy to address increasing wildfire threats. The 20-year plan restores forests to historic conditions through prescribed burns, enhancing community resilience. #wildfirerisk

A recent analysis by Headwaters Economics revealed that over 1,100 communities across 32 states face urban wildfire risks similar to those experienced in Los Angeles this year. Risks include likelihood of nearby wildfires and the number of exposed homes, which allow fires to spread. #wildfirerisk

Join Timon McPhearson (The New School) this Wednesday to learn about how nature-based solutions can help cities improve social justice. #naturebasedsolutions

Forests play a crucial role in Earth's ecosystems, but human activity is disrupting that balance. OpenForest is an open-access database featuring 86 forest datasets that include inventories, aerial, satellite, and ground-based recordings. #forestdata ow.ly/lLf050Vrrb8

The Kamílpa Band of the Yakama Nation for instance, consider huckleberries as central to their culture and way of life and were guaranteed harvesting rights in an 1855 treaty. #truecosts

Portland, OR aims to plant 660K trees in the next ten years, expanding the city's tree canopy, improving air quality, and bolstering climate resilience. To encourage community participation, the plan lowers tree care costs and streamlines maintenance processes. #urbantrees

Dr Hannah Ritchie and Rob Stewart are co-founders of the podcast “Solving for Climate.” Twice a month, they talk to innovators, entrepreneurs, and scientists about reducing energy dependency and successful ways to address ecological crises. #climatesolutions

Grist has developed an interactive map showing the dispersal of funding from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act and the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. #climateinvestments

A century after salmon were extirpated from northern tributaries of the Yuba River, the USFS and California DFW researchers have reintroduced salmon as part of a pilot project to restore runs across Sierra County. #riverrestoration

A study published by the Global Seaweed Project has found that seaweed farms have the potential to sequester carbon at rates comparable to mangroves, salt marshes, and seagrasses, while also providing a source of food, livestock feed, and bioenergy. #bluecarbon

A First Street analysis of economic trends has found that up to $1.47T in real estate is at risk from climate change over the next 3 decades. Insurance costs are rising faster than mortgage payments in cities from Florida to northern California. #climatechangecosts

Robin Wall Kimmerer recently published “The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World,” a book on the importance of reciprocal relationships with nature. #gifteconomies

This is why we need a well resourced FEMA and NOAA now more than ever before. From CNN: As Trump works to cut FEMA, data shows there was a major disaster declaration every four days in 2024 www.cnn.com/2025/03/24/c...