Far-right Republicans have launched another congressional "investigation" targeting the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD). CBD condemns this as a fraudulent abuse of power, designed to

Far-right Republicans have launched another congressional "investigation" targeting the Center for Biological Diversity (CBD). CBD condemns this as a fraudulent abuse of power, designed to intimidate opponents. However, CBD remains unintimidated and is prepared to fight back aggressively.

CBD's Executive Director immediately called for Congress to investigate a real scandal: a Chilean billionaire and his mining company spent millions influencing Trump officials to reverse protections for the Boundary Waters Wilderness Area. This mine threatens endangered species and public lands. Suckling offered to testify publicly about these shady dealings, including corporate donations to the "investigators." CBD is committed to protecting wildlife and public resources.

The Amazon Rainforest, particularly in Ecuador, faces a critical tipping point from rampant deforestation and extractive industries. Ecuador's deforestation surged 80% from 2021, destroying 18,902

The Amazon Rainforest, particularly in Ecuador, faces a critical tipping point from rampant deforestation and extractive industries. Ecuador's deforestation surged 80% from 2021, destroying 18,902 hectares. This crisis violates Indigenous rights, sacrifices global ecosystems, and puts Indigenous women land defenders at heightened risk.

The WECAN Indigenous Women of the Ecuadorian Amazon Reforestation and Forest Protection project, led by Kichwa Pueblo leader Patricia Gualinga, restores and defends 135,000 hectares of Sarayaku territory. This project safeguards endemic tree species through reforestation, forest monitoring, and advocacy, explicitly avoiding market-based mechanisms like carbon offsets. Learn more: wecaninternational.org/ecuador-en

Our team, partners, and local communities are collaboratively tackling plastic pollution. In Panama City, we've partnered with Marea Verde Panama, utilizing research and cutting-edge technology to

Our team, partners, and local communities are collaboratively tackling plastic pollution. In Panama City, we've partnered with Marea Verde Panama, utilizing research and cutting-edge technology to map waterways and reduce river pollution before it reaches the ocean. This effort is part of our 30 Cities Program, which aims to prevent up to one-third of all river plastic emissions from entering the ocean.

By understanding how plastic moves through local waterways, we create lasting social, economic, and environmental benefits for the people who live there. Learn more about our mission, stay updated, and support our work at theoceancleanup.com. Follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X.

The Biomimicry Institute empowers individuals worldwide to learn from nature's genius. Our free educational tool, [AskNature](https://asknature.org/), helps innovators and students find

The Biomimicry Institute empowers individuals worldwide to learn from nature's genius. Our free educational tool, [AskNature](https://asknature.org/), helps innovators and students find sustainable solutions inspired by the natural world.

Your support ensures resources like AskNature remain free and accessible, fostering a future in harmony with life. Please [donate today](https://biomimicry.org/donate/). Explore our work further at the [Biomimicry Institute](https://biomimicry.org/) and connect with our [community](https://biomimicry.org/community/) on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/biomimicryinstitute/) or [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/biomimicryinstitute/).

After the 2020 wildfires, Kyle Trefny became a wildland firefighter, connecting with peers passionate about transforming society's relationship with fire. This led him to co-found FireGeneration

After the 2020 wildfires, Kyle Trefny became a wildland firefighter, connecting with peers passionate about transforming society's relationship with fire. This led him to co-found FireGeneration Collaborative (FireGen) in 2022. FireGen is a youth-led organization dedicated to shifting wildfire management from short-term disaster response to long-term resilience and Indigenous leadership.

Trefny co-led FireGen's national campaign, advocating for youth roles in policy. This resulted in FireGen members advising a federal commission and Director Ryan Reed becoming the youngest federal advisor in US history. Trefny has also been instrumental in shaping FireGen's vision and securing over $350,000 in grants, empowering youth and Indigenous voices for the future.

This episode of The Circular Economy Show explores the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s