There are things we can do to make a difference to the future of our planet. Let's all share how we feel right now and promise to act for a better future.
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Since we launched just over a month ago, a lot has changed for all of us. Ourselves at #IPromiseToAct are mothers, fathers, daughters, roommates and renters, and we are working and living very differently now to how we were only a few weeks ago. (1/4)
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According to a new poll, almost 90% of us now believe that climate change is a problem, yet the environment has hardly made a headline this election campaign. So if you care about the environment, who should you vote for? @sbekessy #Studio10 #auspol #ausvotes #climatechange
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Do you need more ideas and maybe some motivation from others to make changes and stay on track?
We've got you covered at ipromisetoact.net/ @IPromiseToAct
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Here's something fun you can do for Aust's natural environment next week. Get outside, enjoy some sun & count the birds in your yard - it's good for science and good for you too. All experience levels allowed - the app has handy bird ID help too! aussiebirdcount.org.au/
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Threatened Species Day again! With last summer's bushfires & the looming threat of weakened environmental laws it's hard to be optimistic in 2020.
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Here are some practical actions to help urban threatened species that we outlined earlier this year.
theconversation.com/want-to-…
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The #COVID19 + #natureconnection survey we ran during the first #lockdown shows that people are valuing nature more, but access to #nature is reduced. For those without #greenspace close to home, lockdowns have been especially hard.
Read the full report: rememberthewild.org.au/resea…
ALT A teal and white infographic featuring the key findings of the report, which can be downloaded at the link. If you are having trouble accessing the document and would like a plain text version, please email [email protected]
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The Great Barrier Reef is such an emotional roller coaster. So much beauty, but so much destroyed. The only way we can save it is for the world to reduce emissions. Now. #FightForPlanetA
Here's another way to make a difference, even during lock-down (if that's where you are).
The ABC's Carbon Counter helps you work out what your carbon footprint is and how you can save CO2 through simple lifestyle changes 👇
fightforplaneta.abc.net.au/c…
A neat list of things we can all do to benefit biodiversity
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What things can we all do to have a positive effect on the environment and society? Recommendations in this new paper, 'Identifying and prioritizing human behaviors that benefit biodiversity', in @ConservationSP, led by @M_Selinske @ICON_Science conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.c…
Here's a positive story from lockdown. @UrbanBirdsOz backyard surveys increased 10-fold in 2020, revealing important information about bushfire affected species bit.ly/30GzhxF. Inspired? Find out how to do your own survey & make it count here 👉bit.ly/3fUchBZ 🦜
What would your Random Act of Wildness be? People taking time to experience and appreciate nature every day for 30 days feel 30% healthier and more connected to nature for months! @WildlifeTrusts theguardian.com/environment/…
Happy World Environment Day! There's a lot going on at the moment, but there are still some simple things we can all do to help our planet. Here's a list of 10 actions you can take that will help protect Australia's unique plants and animals. rmit.edu.au/news/all-news/20…
A green approach to COVID-19 economic recovery is being supported by countries as diverse as Pakistan, Portugal, Canada and the United Arab Emirates, as well as major global energy businesses. Is Australia next? 🌏🌿😀 theguardian.com/australia-ne…
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Has COVID changed your relationship with nature? Complete this survey to help out with this important piece of research! @RTW_Aus @ICON_Science
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The federal government has stopped properly listing and assessing major threats to Australian wildlife under environmental laws, a move Andrew Cox, chief executive of the Invasive Species Council describes as 'shocking' 🤯🌿🐨 theguardian.com/environment/…
As we start to make plans for COVID-19 recovery, we need to remember what we've learnt from the past few months. We can take actions that both help recovery and move towards a brighter future for our climate. 🌏🌿👫 forbes.com/sites/nishandegna…
As we reckon with the COVID-19 crisis, the impact of last summer's bushfire crisis on our plants and wildlife is only now being fully understood. For some 30% of their habitat was burned and urgent intervention is needed to ensure their survival. theguardian.com/environment/…
Want to help? Keep an eye on the update to our nature laws (the EPBC Act) currently under review ➡️ epbcactreview.environment.go…
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There are things we can do to make a difference to the future of our planet. @IPromiseToAct allows us to promise to act for a better future.
Do it now!
ipromisetoact.net/
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We know that depending on where you are and your own personal circumstances, making a promise to act may not be a priority (or even possible) for you right now. (3/4)