Humanity is increasingly turning to nature's wisdom, or biomimicry, to solve critical challenges like sustainable nutrition. Visionary Janine Benyus illustrates how agriculture is evolving from

Humanity is increasingly turning to nature's wisdom, or biomimicry, to solve critical challenges like sustainable nutrition. Visionary Janine Benyus illustrates how agriculture is evolving from single-solution approaches to system-savvy, nature-inspired healing.

Benyus previews innovative entries from the Biomimicry Global Design Challenge in food systems. She highlights how the "democratization of invention" fosters collaborative, biomimetic solutions, as teams collectively discover systemic ideas. Cooperation, she notes, is vital for learning from life's genius.

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Late Native American scholar John Mohawk explored the interrelationship of human evolution and today's climate crisis. He observed that historically, hunter-gatherers and farmers maintained an

Late Native American scholar John Mohawk explored the interrelationship of human evolution and today's climate crisis. He observed that historically, hunter-gatherers and farmers maintained an intimate knowledge of the natural world, especially plants, a connection now rapidly diminishing.

Mohawk highlighted "Native American pragmatism," which successfully balanced practical and spiritual aspects for millennia. He argued that re-establishing this kinship with the plant world, guided by such pragmatism, is crucial for surviving dramatic climatic changes.

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Conventional pigments, often metal or oil-derived, present environmental and health concerns, including carcinogens like titanium dioxide and links to human rights abuses. Sparxell offers a

Conventional pigments, often metal or oil-derived, present environmental and health concerns, including carcinogens like titanium dioxide and links to human rights abuses. Sparxell offers a breakthrough: the first environmentally sustainable, non-toxic pigments, glitters, sequins, and films. Inspired by structural color in nature, their patented process transforms cellulose nanocrystals into biodegradable, vibrant alternatives with state-of-the-art performance.

Sparxell was a finalist for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize. The Ray of Hope Accelerator (biomimicry.org/rayofhopeprize/) supports nature-inspired solutions for global environmental challenges, fostering innovative startups. Learn more about Sparxell at sparxell.com and biomimicry at biomimicry.org.

In the first episode of 'Redesigning Food: Behind the Scenes,' Vincent, founder of Dunia Bora, innovatively transforms invasive species into cookies and refreshing juices. Watch the full episode

In the first episode of 'Redesigning Food: Behind the Scenes,' Vincent, founder of Dunia Bora, innovatively transforms invasive species into cookies and refreshing juices. Watch the full episode to learn more.

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Deserts, often perceived as barren, host hundreds of unique species, many endemic or long-lived. Ethnobotanist Carrie Canon will discuss traditional Tribal plant uses, the distinctive flora of

Deserts, often perceived as barren, host hundreds of unique species, many endemic or long-lived. Ethnobotanist Carrie Canon will discuss traditional Tribal plant uses, the distinctive flora of North American Deserts, and the Mojave's unique characteristics.

Carrie Calisay Cannon, of Kiowa, Oglala Lakota, and German heritage, holds degrees in Wildlife Biology and Resource Management. She is an Ethnobotanist for the Hualapai Indian Tribe and a lapidary/silversmith artist crafting Native Southwestern turquoise jewelry.

This program is supported by Arizona Humanities and Findlay Subaru of Prescott. Learn more at the Natural History Institute website, events, donate, Instagram, or Facebook.

Explore our latest documentary showcasing Earth Guardians' global mission to restore critical forest ecosystems. Since 2015, we've protected forests worldwide, now focusing on reforesting 10

Explore our latest documentary showcasing Earth Guardians' global mission to restore critical forest ecosystems. Since 2015, we've protected forests worldwide, now focusing on reforesting 10 hectares with 20,000 trees in Tagba, Togo. Beyond planting, our efforts empower Indigenous communities, safeguard biodiversity, and combat climate change for a brighter future.

Help us double our impact! The World Rainforest Fund will match donations up to $10,000 for our Tagba project. Donate today and join us in planting hope for generations to come: GoFundMe. Learn more or become an Earth Guardian: Earth Guardians.

Earth Guardians is dedicated to global forest conservation, restoring critical ecosystems since 2015. Our latest project in Tagba, Togo, aims to reforest 10 hectares with 20,000 trees. Beyond

Earth Guardians is dedicated to global forest conservation, restoring critical ecosystems since 2015. Our latest project in Tagba, Togo, aims to reforest 10 hectares with 20,000 trees. Beyond planting, we empower Indigenous communities, safeguard biodiversity, and combat climate change for a brighter future.

A grant from The World Rainforest Fund will match donations up to $10,000 for our Tagba efforts. Help us double our impact and plant hope for future generations. Donate today at gofundme.com/f/earth-guardians-togo-reforestation. Learn more or become an Earth Guardian at earthguardians.org.

The Center for Biological Diversity is actively opposing "California Forever," a proposed 55,000-acre city in Solano County. This development threatens the climate crisis, existing communities,

The Center for Biological Diversity is actively opposing "California Forever," a proposed 55,000-acre city in Solano County. This development threatens the climate crisis, existing communities, and approximately 130 rare animal and plant species.

Our recent webinar detailed the project's potential impacts on local wildlife, residents, groundwater, air quality, and California's climate commitments. We advocate for smarter land-use policies prioritizing community and environmental health. Explore more: Solano Together, Center's California Forever work, and "The True Cost of Sprawl" report.

The 501c3 nonprofit Center protects species, lands, waters, and climate through science and law. Find us at biologicaldiversity.org or email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

Princeton Bioethics professor Peter Singer, author of "Animal Liberation Now," challenges our factory food systems and the psychology behind them. He examines ethical dilemmas concerning animal

Princeton Bioethics professor Peter Singer, author of "Animal Liberation Now," challenges our factory food systems and the psychology behind them. He examines ethical dilemmas concerning animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and speciesism, advocating for a shift towards ethical eating.

Singer proposes plant-based diets and cultured meat as sustainable alternatives, emphasizing the importance of considering suffering. His influential work, which inspired effective altruism, encourages informed dietary choices for a more ethical and sustainable future.

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