GOALS Post

27/04/2022

California is building a 200-foot-long wildlife crossing over one of its highways, the largest of its kind in the world. It will "help mountain lions escape an 'extinction vortex' by providing them safe passage to food and mates."

When complete, the 200-foot-long, 165-foot-wide bridge over the 101 Freeway in Agoura Hills will be the largest of its kind in the world.

26/04/2022

The good news: applications for utility-scale renewable projects are up. The bad news: the application approval process is bogged down by inefficiencies, backlogs, and barriers.

"If all of the proposed projects that were sitting in the queue at the end of 2021 were built tomorrow, the U.S. would hit Biden’s goal of an 80 percent clean electric grid eight years early, according to the Department of Energy."

Wait times to connect to the grid are going up, and more projects are dropping out.

22/04/2022

Discover 7 ways to honor Earth Day by taking care of the planet -- and yourself. 🌎🌱

What if we didn’t have to fight against climate change?

22/04/2022

Great to see the work of UNLEASH and Enactus here!

Earth Day is a day for sharing your stories about taking care of the planet. Just as Brooklyn Story Lab shares some of its stories, we want you to share your...

31/03/2022

Using green rooftops to prevent flooding, and downtown water features to cool urban heat islands. Just a few ways city planners are turning urban problems into climate solutions. https://goalspost.org/2022/03/31/how-investing-in-green-infrastructure-helps-cities-manage-the-effects-of-the-climate-crisis-and-creates-healthy-communities%ef%bf%bc/

"Setting ordinances to build more green roofs, planting trees and native plants, and designing community green spaces are just a few ways that many cities are investing in green infrastructure to solve climate-related problems and promote the health of residents. Expanding greenery in ...

29/03/2022

World Piano Day is celebrated on March 29th, the 88th day of the year, reflecting 88 keys on piano keyboard  Sing for Hope Board Member Jon Batiste celebrates the piano and its communal power in our lives New York, NY, March 28, 2022 — The International Foundation for Arts and Cul ...

17/03/2022

Remember St. Patrick's Day in 2012, when the Twin Cities hit 80 degrees?

11/03/2022

🎧 "'Ocean Filibuster' stars a bold, battered, billions-of-years-old main character: the Ocean."

https://goalspost.org/2022/03/11/ocean-filibuster-stars-a-bold-battered-billions-of-years-old-main-character-the-ocean/

"According to a recent United Nations report, climate change is causing irreparable damage to farmland, cities and coastlines. Environmentalists say getting the public to act on dire news like this is hard, but Harvard University scientists collaborating with the American Repertory The ...

25/02/2022

As Russia’s invasion of escalates into a full-scale attack, CPJ calls for the protection of Ukrainian journalists, along with the international reporters and media workers who join them in covering the conflict.

https://cpj.org/2022/02/cpj-calls-for-protection-of-journalists-in-ukraine/

23/02/2022

Who ya' gonna call as "ghost flights" haunt the climate?...

https://goalspost.org/2022/02/23/until-airlines-tackle-the-scourge-of-ghost-flights-britain-will-never-reach-net-zero%ef%bf%bc/

"I was once the only passenger on a four-hour “ghost flight” across Europe. I loved it – the exclusivity, the speed, even the meals. But that was 45 years ago, when flying was quite rare and seemed glamorous. The idea that air travel might one day threaten future generations seemed very far .....

20/02/2022

Sunday is World Day of Social Justice.

has worsened existing inequalities around the world. We need a human-centered response that promotes social justice for everyone, everywhere.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/social-justice-day

17/02/2022

Take a moment to enjoy a virtual game world filled with real voices of thousands of people across the world calling for the change and action they wish to see in the world in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

https://goalspost.org/2022/02/17/voices-for-change-a-global-goals-world/

Voices for Change is an immersive virtual world that helps you learn and discover more about the Global Goals. Launched to mark the start of COP26, this virtual world highlights the need for urgent climate action in order to achieve the Global Goals. When you explore this unique landscape, you& # ...

16/02/2022

"But to achieve the goals of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration we need to massively scale up efforts ..."

Ecosystem restoration is a winning investment, with every $1 spent bringing $10-15 in return.

But to achieve the goals of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration we need to massively scale up efforts .

Learn more and join : https://www.decadeonrestoration.org/

11/02/2022

An interesting subject discussed during our inaugural event. Click watch the free event on-demand at goalspost.org
https://goalspost.org/2022/02/11/5-reasons-why-eating-insects-could-reduce-climate-change/

"We've been conditioned to think of animals and plants as our primary sources of proteins, namely meat, dairy and eggs or tofu, beans and nuts, but there's an unsung category of sustainable and nutritious protein that has yet to widely catch on: insects... "Before you say &qu ...

04/02/2022

When a patient receives the news that he or she has cancer, that news is usually delivered by a doctor. But doctors don’t always have a holistic understanding of the devastating impact such news can have on a patient’s psyche — not only the depression and anxiety but the finances, family relationships, child-care, and work-related issues that come with the diagnosis. Dr, Miklos Fogarisi — a professor at the Quinnipiac University medical school — has designed a class in “Cancer Survivorship” … for med students. The class aims to give them the emotional training and higher understanding of cancer’s impact, to help them help their patients better navigate the disease. Brooklyn Story Lab’s Lance Gould interviewed Dr. Fogarisi for LESS CANCER as part of its annual National Cancer Prevention Workshop. Watch the broadcast of the interview here: https://t.co/OU348q7kzw

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02/02/2022

Marine plastic pollution is choking our oceans, our rivers, our wetlands.
Here's a global project that is helping to clean up our oceans and rivers around the world — 40 events in 30 countries.
https://www.brooklynstorylab.net/blog/race-for-oceans

Saving Washington’s River — and the World’s Oceans In the Race for Oceans D.C., Chemonics is bringing together its new nonprofit neighbors to create impact in the nation’s capital — and beyond…

01/02/2022

Beautiful video. Powerful story...

With a steady hand on the throttle, marine biologist Trey Sherard of Anacostia Riverkeeper greets the sunrise to lead members of the D.C. community in an inspiring river cleanup. Enjoy this beautiful video & our latest update. https://conta.cc/3GeDuLN

01/02/2022

5 Lessons from a Meatless Month

A month without meat? Thirty-one days without dairy? The first time Veganuary crossed my radar, I found the idea nearly incomprehensible. Who would willingly give up such simple, earthly delights as a beef burrito, roast chicken and mashed potatoes, or even an egg-and-cheese breakfast sandwich?

27/01/2022

How can refugees bring their stories to the world? Give them a camera.

https://goalspost.org/2022/01/27/how-can-refugees-bring-their-stories-to-the-world-give-them-a-camera/

Migrants in Greece share their harrowing and human experiences through photos and film. "The Rezaeis are among dozens of refugees from across South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa who have learned photography and filmmaking through ReFOCUS Media Labs while waiting for asylum in Greece. Ma ...

25/01/2022

Artificial intelligence: It may do more than help us buy stuff!...🤔
https://goalspost.org/2022/01/25/building-responsible-ai-solutions-for-creating-societal-impact/

22/01/2022

During times of high-stress and uncertainty amid the pandemic, it's important to look after yourself - and others.

Stay safe and stay positive. will we bring the pandemic to an end.

🎨: Ayşegül Altınel

30/12/2021

Wishing all a safe and solutions-rich 2022!

https://bit.ly/3eE3Go2

Creating nutritious and delicious meals from an invasive species in Mexico. Climate-mitigating elephants in China. Teen sisters battling a "garbage emergency" in Indonesia. Soil-enriching carbon sequestration in Finland. The inside story behind the Miracle of Paris. Cookies made from crickets in K...

27/12/2021

Congratulations to our friend and colleague
Didas Mzirai on this award! Didas is one of the incredible change-makers featured in our inaugural GOALS Post event. Watch the free, on-demand event to learn more about his inspiring story: https://youtu.be/BRA1c1QhHqM

Earlier this year, former UNLEASH Plus Facilitator and 2017 UNLEASH Talent, Didas Mzirai was honored as a Kenyan National Hero for his impactful work through his social enterprise Mucho Mangoes Ltd. When COVID-19 hit, his enterprise designed a program to support the most vulnerable female small-scale farmers by providing a market for their goods and extending product shelf life through solar drying and processing.

We can't be more proud of his constant ambition to support the community and the positive impact achieved! 👏 Kudos to him and the team!

18/12/2021

Today is International – a chance to celebrate the millions of migrants in the world and their contributions to both their home & host countries.

https://goalspost.org/2021/12/18/international-migrants-day-harnessing-the-potential-of-human-mobility/

16/12/2021

We're thrilled that our friends & partners at the Mobile Film Festival chose this year's theme of "Making Peace With Nature." We hope these short videos will inspire you to action. 1 MOBILE, 1 MINUTE, 1 FILM.
https://goalspost.org/2021/12/14/mobile-film-festival-awards-1001-ways-to-make-peace-with-nature/

12/12/2021

Congratulations to our friends at UNLEASH for pulling off an ambitious 2021 Race for Oceans campaign. Great job to each of the global Champions!

08/12/2021

A reminder of the importance of SDG 2. Check out our recent GOALS Post virtual event to learn more.

Across the globe, conflict and climate-fueled disasters are causing misery and hunger for millions of people.

The Global Goals remain our best road map to recover better.

Learn why Goal 2 matters now more than ever:
un.org/sustainabledevelopment/hunger/

01/12/2021

"Two words come to my mind when thinking about business leaders and the climate crisis we are facing: responsibility and opportunity..."

COP26 shined a light on the complexities of addressing the climate crisis. We asked Harvard Business School faculty members to discuss how business leaders can help spur change and what opportunities might emerge.

30/11/2021

Great to see Givelify and Walle Mafolasire featured on this . Please take some time to support the purpose-driven causes that are most important to you today (and every day 🙂).

https://goalspost.org/2021/11/30/millennial-money-sustain-generosity-beyond-the-holidays/