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In 2007, Johan Rockström and Will Steffen set out to answer a fundamental question: “What is the safe operating space for humanity on Planet Earth?” They suggested limits, called Planetary Boundaries — guardrails to keep us a safe distance from these catastrophic tipping points. Because as our population has grown, we’ve pulled more resources away from our life-support systems. We've diverted water, land, and minerals to agriculture, industry, and urban development. People began to wonder, “would these pressures eventually prove too much?” Read more: https://lnkd.in/dMZ_D8P. And learn more from the video below 👇 If you like content like this, subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit that notification bell so you never miss another video!

Earth Day is just 2.5 weeks away! Learn more about the history of the holiday, what changes have come from it, and how you can participate in our latest blog! https://lnkd.in/eSamSTqV

Humans are using the oceans in new and exciting ways and because of that there is a pressing need for as much data as possible. NERACOOS, the Northeastern Regional Association of Coastal Ocean Observing Systems, collects and provides an enormous amount of met ocean data to inform all kinds of stakeholders about New England’s ocean conditions. This episode dives into that data with Jacqueline Motyka and Katy Bland from NERACOOS. Subscribe now! https://lnkd.in/eKQ3gwgH

How much do you know about nature and the environment. Nature on planet Earth is unique and inimitable. Let's understand together, explore the environment in which we live. https://lnkd.in/dwh9sNH3

Here it is, friends! Here's the latest blog post where I review Planet Smoothie in Wake Forest, NC! https://wp.me/pfJrz9-10

True or false: All we are is dust in the wind. While philosophers may debate the meaning of life and existence, Scripps Oceanography climate scientist Amato Evan is studying the impact of tiny dust particles on our environment and health. Watch the newest episode of Wavelengths to learn more about how Evan and his team are researching dust in the wind in the Salton Sea region: https://bit.ly/3rero4c

A 2021 #ScienceReview showed how the rapidly changing soundscape of modern oceans impacts marine life globally—and how mitigating these impacts is key to achieving a healthier ocean. Learn more: https://scim.ag/7fU #WorldOceansDay

A wonderful way to learn about the varied bioregions of the planet, and where you live in that web of interconnected ecosystems.

Do you think Earth Day is Bullshit? https://lnkd.in/gdJ_aJ2M ...Some thoughts on Earth Day in my weekly newsletter (if you want, you can click the link at the bottom of the newsletter to subscribe).

At 636m above sea level, Kinder Scout is a window into the Earth's past during the Carboniferous period. Hike from Edale to explore these formations, offering insights into past climatic conditions and sea-level changes. Read more: https://ow.ly/9eVK50PMbe6