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environment-and-conservation2 years ago•2 min saved

"Billionaire Duo's $300 Million Land Purchase Aims to Shield Nature from Development"

Kris Tompkins, former CEO of Patagonia, and her late husband Doug Tompkins, co-founder of The North Face, have made history with the largest private land donation ever, worth $345 million, to Chile and Argentina. This donation has led to the creation and expansion of six national parks, conserving over 14.7 million acres of land and 30 million marine acres. Beyond the land donation, through Tompkins Conservation, they are also actively involved in rewilding projects to protect and reintroduce threatened species, showcasing a remarkable example of how the ultra-wealthy can positively impact the environment and biodiversity.

via Yahoo Life|

##conservation #environment-and-conservation

environment-and-conservation2 years ago•5 min saved

"Funding Bias Leaves Many Endangered Species Financially Neglected"

A report by AP News highlights the uneven distribution of conservation funds under the Endangered Species Act, with a significant portion directed towards a few species like salmon and steelhead trout, while many others, including plants and less charismatic animals, receive little to no funding. This disparity has left many species neglected and at risk of extinction despite the increasing threats from climate change. Some experts suggest reallocating funds to support a broader range of species with more cost-effective recovery plans. The recent climate law signed by President Biden includes additional funding to address some of these issues, aiming to create recovery plans for more species and support historically underfunded groups.

via The Associated Press|

#biodiversity #conservation-funding #endangered-species