#ClimateAction #Sustainability #Permaculture #FoodForest #SoilHealth #TreePlanting #SchoolGardens #CommunityOutreach #Nature #FoodSecurity #ZeroWaste #Naturfrënn 🌍🌱💚🙏!
#Umweltschutz #Klimaschutz #Nachhaltigkeit #Permakultur #Agrarökologie #Waldgarten #Agroforstwirtschaft #Bodengesundheit #Baumpflanzung #Schulgärten #Gemeinschaftsarbeit #Natur #Ernährungssicherheit #NullAbfall

Environmental Conservation

2026-07-09 09:34:29

🍅 Don't eat a real tomato. Seriously. You can never go back. If you're happy with supermarket tomatoes, stay away from the farmers market. One bite of a tomato grown in living soil changes everything. Rich, juicy, full of flavor—it's the soil that makes the difference. Living soil creates food no hydroponic imitation can match. Find a grower who cares for their soil. Buy the ugly tomato. Take the first bite, and you'll never forget what a real tomato tastes like. 🌱

Discussion in today’s #CalBike policy advisory council mtg included a report on bike valet at a World Cup event, which brought to mind again BC Cycling Coalition’s bike valet tool kit. Here are updated links: Toolkit bcbikevalet.ca/contents
/ related report bccycling.ca/blog/bike-valets-…

sfba.social/@bikemonterey/1149…

#cycling #biking #BikeValet #BikeParking #ClimateAction #transportation #CarbonEmissions

Bicycling Monterey 💚🌎🌍🌏

2025-07-24 23:33:57

Kudos to Canadian bike advocates sharing helpful resources, in particular: Thanks to BC Cycling Coalition and Capital Bike for bike event parking / bike valet templates, etc. Updated links: Toolkit bcbikevalet.ca/contents
/ related report bccycling.ca/blog/bike-valets-…

Monterey County is among the many regions that have had bike valet parking bikemonterey.org/tips-for-tour… at some events, but not nearly enough. (It isn’t feasible that the most frequent valet provider for many years simply can’t do it all.) We’d love to see more people providing bike valet parking here—and chances are many of you have the same need in your region.

Save yourself some time; check out those resources from generous bike advocates in Canada!

#ActiveTransportation #SpecialEvents #BikeParking #cycling #bicycling #MontereyCounty #California #BikeAdvocacy #BCBikeCoalition #CapitalBike #Victoria #BritishColumbia #Canada

13. Bike Valet and Other Bicycle Parking—Including Etiquette and Laws | Bicycling Monterey | Resources for Anywhere & Monterey County Biking Information Hub

13. Bike Valet and Other Bicycle Parking—Including Etiquette and Laws

^{Founder, Bicycling Monterey (Bicycling Monterey | Resources for Anywhere & Monterey County Biking Information Hub)}

From climate denial to agnotology (the study of how ignorance and doubt are deliberately, culturally, or politically manufactured)

"It’s worth noting, human-made greenhouse gas emissions are the main driver of rising global average temperatures. However, El Niño can tip these temperatures to record breaking levels." >>
theconversation.com/the-weathe…

"Agnotology is the study of deliberate, culturally cultivated ignorance or doubt, typically to sell a product, influence opinion, or win favour, particularly through the publication of inaccurate or misleading scientific data (i.e. disinformation). More generally, the term includes the condition where more knowledge of a subject creates greater uncertainty." >>
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agnotolo…

Fernández Pinto, M. and A. Leuschner (2026). Epistemic Intimidation and Illegitimate Value-Influence in Science. In: The Routledge Handbook of Values and Science, ed. by K. Elliott and T. Richards, 304–314. >>
annaleuschner.de/wp-content/up…

#FossilFuels #ignorance #GHG #InsuranceAffordability #experience vs #ClimateDenial #denial #agnotology #CorporateInterests #lobby #CulturallyCultivatedIgnorance #coal #climate #droughts #bushfires #ElNiño #science #ClimateScience #AMOC #HABs #EpistemicIntimidation #ClimateAction
Image: Hot ocean, hot Earth

Let’s use the word ReGrowth, not degrowth

We know the word degrowth is unappealing, thanks to loss aversion theory.0 Loss aversion theory refers to a cognitive bias in which a situation is perceived as worse if it is framed as a loss, rather than a gain. Losses tend to be treated as if they were twice as large as an equivalent gain. This makes it impossible to build a successful movement based on loss, such as a degrowth movement.

ReGrowth is essentially Regeneration. It means fixing the mess that mass consumerism has created. Fixing the untold damage that 70+ years of consumerism has done to our planet, our cites and to people. ReGrowth means taking what has been broken and rebuilding a better world around people and nature.

We need to ReGrow our social connections again, and cure the global loneliness epidemic. 1 We need to ReGrow our lost forests and regenerate our depleted soils. We need to ReGrow our cities into thriving spaces for people, nature, commerce and entertainment. Let’s ReGrow a pollution free planet and restore the abundant wildlife it once sustained. Let’s ReGrow our democracies from the ground up, through local communities. ReGrowth is a story of positive life affirming and life enhancing growth, not the toxic, exploitative, planet wrecking growth we have today.

How do we Regrow our world? It starts with one simple step; change the way we measure success. Because what gets measured gets managed. Instead of using GDP as an indicator of success we could use something different. Let’s call it RPI. (Regrowth Progress Indicator) RPI would measure environmental and societal impacts of every activity and take them into consideration in every decision making process. Everything we make and build and do would need to be contributing to ReGrowth in some way. This one change alone, if it was mandatory for Governments and Corporations, would change the world as we know it, for the better.

Changing the way we measure success changes the way we make decisions.
Instead of simply asking, how much will this cost and how much will this earn? we should ask “how will this ReGrow our community, our social cohesion, our biodiversity, our…?” Not measuring environmental impacts, health impacts, societal impacts has put us into this poly crisis. Measuring and taking action to avoid negative impacts is the way we get out. The only question then is, what do we measure to inform our decisions?

We already have some excellent thinking in this area. Genuine Progress Indicator. (GPI) Index of Human Development. (HDI) Human Poverty Index. (HPI) Gross Domestic Happiness. (GDH) Index of Sustainable Economic Welfare. (ISEW) Happy Planet Index (HPI) Green gross domestic product (Green GDP or GGDP) are all different ways of measuring what matters, that we can draw inspiration from. We also have Doughnut Economics, which provides a whole economic system that broadens the definition of economic success by incorporating factors such as social welfare, environmental sustainability, and human thriving.

If we put new metrics in place we encourage new thinking. Every problem becomes an opportunity to make life better. We kick off a race to the top, not to the bottom. Degrowth speaks to us of the need for less. We do need less pollution, less destruction, less climate change, less social injustice, but we need to frame it as ReGrowth, then we focus on more. We can think about a more vibrant society, more freedom, more social mobility, more resilience, more free time, more sustainability, more actual free speech, more good jobs, more…

SolarPunk is that ReGrowth story. It’s not about creating a perfect world, it’s about creating a better world, as well as accepting imperfection. It’s less of a destination and more of a journey, guided by new ReGrowth metrics. It’s about ensuring every day we are healing our planet, healing our societies, healing ourselves. Every day we move from an extractive and exploitation economy to a restorative and fair society.

There are three possible paths to ReGrowth. Through economic collapse, through incremental change or through rapid change. As we don’t know exactly when economic collapse WILL happen, we need to prepare for all three. With economic collapse and rapid change, it’s important to have a whole system thought out, ready for this great transformation, like Doughnut Economics. With incremental change we need to look at the world as it is now and try and implement as many smaller changes and ReGrowth metrics as possible. Whatever the way forward we can and should plan for them all.
ReGrowing after the collapse means two things. Starting now, building more sustainable communities. Like joining a Transition Town movement2 or starting a Solar punk Community3. As well as planning for a complete restructure after collapse happens. (Retro Suburbia)
ReGrowing incrementally means looking at how we can put those ReGrowth metrics into our governments, into companies, into local councils. Looking at how we can make changes within the current system. While accepting that this is not the ideal outcome.
ReGrowing for rapid change means facilitating rapid change. Joining a progressive organisation that seeks this kind of rapid change. Supporting the people who want rapid ecological based change now.4 This can also be done while pushing for incremental changes or building more sustainable communities.

Our world is like a sick and dying tree. Its branches badly hacked by consumerism, its roots damaged by political lies, its leaves burnt by climate change and its biodiversity diminished. But it still lives. It can still be saved, it can still grow 1000’s more offspring and create a giant forest. It’s time to ReGrow that tree, heel our planet and our societies and make them more abundant than we have ever known.

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Our Wondeful Green Future

2024-08-04 08:46:17

Transition Together’s free step-by-step guide

What If… we could reimagine our future as thriving, fairer, more resilient and more connected? How could that vision help us to move forward and take practical action towards a better future?

Transition Together have just brought out a free step-by-step guide to building a community vision, a great tool for making local change. The guide is designed to help groups and communities open up their imagination and start exploring what a better future could look like in their context. It helps to build a shared vision of what’s possible, a vital starting point to exploring how we can work together to make it a reality.

The guide is for any group that wants to expand their vision of what’s possible in the future and explore how they want to work towards it. It is designed for starting conversations within a local community and to create a space to hear different perspectives and needs. The exercise can also be used to investigate a single theme or issue, like food or transport, or by a group which isn’t place-based but wants to reimagine the future of their area of interest – like the arts or youth provision.

If you are from a community group that wants to invite the wider community into this process you might like to do this exercise within your organisation first. This lets you become really familiar with it before running it with a bigger audience, but also allows your members to fully contribute and explore your priorities and focus in a deeper, richer way.

The guide is based on the experience of the Transition Movement, a network of community groups in 50 countries; people working together locally to address the big, complex problems of our time. They do this by reimagining our local communities, and then taking practical action to help them become thriving, inclusive, more resilient places for everyone. ‘Transition’ simply means change and how we get from one thing to another – from a damaging, polluting, unequal present to a fairer, more resilient, regenerative future for all.

There are some 300 local Transition groups in communities across the UK. They are supported by Transition Together in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and by Scottish Communities Climate Action Network (SCCAN) in Scotland. This approach to visioning was developed during the global coronavirus pandemic and is inspired by Rob Hopkins’ work around What if, and the 3 horizons framework (h3uni.org/). This framework was developed to help navigate situations where there is a high level of uncertainty and also a high level of potential for change. It’s an approach that has been tried and tested by many local Transition groups working to take action from the ground up, and helped them go on to make changes in their community.

Find out more: www.transitiontogether.org.uk

You can down the guide HERE

#Resilience #TransitionNetwork #climateChange #OWGF #StrongTowns #sustainability #Urbanism

Transition Together - Transition Together

Building Resilient Communities Across Britain Across the country people are feeling things can’t keep going as they are.

^{Rhiannon (Transition Together)}

Melbourne Pollinator Corridor: Restoring Biodiversity in Urban Landscapes

The Melbourne Pollinator Corridor (MPC), is 8km community-driven wildlife corridor that will link 2 large green patches that run along the Birrarung (Yarra River), Westgate Park and the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.

The MPC focusses on native bees and other native pollinating insects, with the aim to bring 18,000 indigenous plants in 200 gardens by the end of 2024. It has been designed within local council constraints and with over 20 scientists and specialists. So far, they have turned over 480 square metres of barren public land into gardens filled with critters and beauty.

This is the first wildlife corridor like this in Australia, so not only are we seeing a project that will strengthen local flora and fauna and help everyone in the local community but it is also creating a precedent. And it’s all thanks to one person, Emma Cutting.

Guided by her profound concern over the increasing dominance of concrete and asphalt in urban environments and the urgent calls to action by leaders like Sir David Attenborough, Emma founded The Heart Gardening Project.

The Heart Gardening Project (THGP) exists for several crucial reasons:
Firstly, there is a significant amount of public land that remains unused and neglected. THGP aims to transform these spaces into vibrant, purposeful areas that benefit the community.

Secondly, amidst the escalating Climate Crisis, there remains a glaring lack of efforts to expand diverse public plantings. THGP seeks to address this by engaging communities, enhancing biodiversity, and tackling urban environmental challenges.

Thirdly, the rapid decline of native pollinators underscores the urgent need to restore habitats that support their survival. THGP focuses on replanting native species to create vital habitats for these essential creatures.

Lastly, the pervasive disconnection from both nature and other humans contributes to widespread mental health issues such as loneliness and depression. THGP recognizes the healing potential of nature and aims to reconnect individuals with their environment and community through gardening initiatives.

The Heart Gardening Projecthas set ambitious goals for its future endeavors. By the end of 2024, THGP plans to complete 200 gardens within the MPC zone, paving the way for its expansion across Melbourne. Integral to this expansion is the establishment of robust maintenance systems to ensure the longevity and vitality of these green spaces. Using the Melbourne Pollinator Corridor (MPC) as a proving ground, THGP aims to showcase to communities across Australia, and globally, how urban biodiversity can be significantly enhanced through thoughtful public plantings. This initiative not only aims to bolster native pollinator populations but also serves as a model for creating similar pollinator corridors elsewhere.

Over the next decade, THGP intends to engage in citizen science initiatives linked to the MPC, exploring connections between indigenous cultural knowledge and western scientific practices. This approach not only enriches understanding but also fosters inclusive environmental stewardship. Moreover, THGP seeks to influence policy and guidelines pertaining to street gardening, advocating for supportive frameworks that encourage community involvement and sustainable practices. By fostering widespread participation and demonstrating tangible positive impacts, THGP aims to catalyze meaningful change in biodiversity conservation and mental health improvement on a global scale.

Designing a shared, open-ended process
The Melbourne Pollinator Corridor consists of small street gardens created, managed, and maintained by local residents. Together, these gardens form a collaborative corridor that continues to expand in scope. This decentralized yet coordinated approach necessitates openness and flexibility. Rather than imposing a rigid design. The project offers loose frameworks that define the overall scope of the corridor while guiding individual garden designs.

Instead of a detailed masterplan, the corridor is conveyed through a diagrammatic drawing that captures the project’s ambition. This plan outlines a structure that facilitates coordination across gardens, enhancing the collective vision greater than the sum of its parts. At the garden level, Emma has developed design templates that provide guidance while encouraging personal interpretation – a concept she refers to as “tailored participation.” This approach allows each participant to contribute uniquely to the project.

Emma emphasizes that the project aims to support diverse approaches to gardening, fostering learning and encouraging community engagement. She explains, “The project is about recognizing that each person will approach their garden differently, empowering individuals to understand and contribute to the initiative.” By remaining open to interpretation, the project enables participants to shape their own experiences of involvement.

Overall, the MPC thrives because all gardens adhere to a shared set of principles and values, while remaining adaptable to evolving needs and forms throughout the project’s progression.

New modes of documentation, new ways of seeing the built environment
Central to the project’s community-led approach are user-friendly and inclusive documentation methods that make design and technical knowledge accessible to non-designers. One such example is the Melbourne Pollinator Corridor Handbook, written by Emma, who describes it as “the handbook I wish I had years ago when I started my journey into street gardening and urban biodiversity.” The handbook serves as a visionary document, a field guide, and a comprehensive technical reference.

The handbook connects various fields of knowledge to create a comprehensive guide tailored for non-designers or gardeners. Emma consulted with over 30 scientists and specialists – including conservationists, entomologists, native bee experts, and ecologists – to compile the information. This resulted in an accessible eight-step process for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining projects. The handbook also features extensive plant lists, supplier information, and advice on navigating regulatory challenges. Despite its complex content, it maintains approachability through a storytelling tone and supportive illustrations.

I finally got my hands on a copy of the Melbourne Pollinator Corridor Handbook, and immediately read it cover to cover. While it is specifically written for people involved the MPC it is packed full of information about bees and pants and chock full of great information for anyone interested in doing similar.

You can order your copy here: theheartgardeningproject.org.a…

Check out The Heart Gardening Project web site, where you can donate to the project and find out more. theheartgardeningproject.org.a…

All Images via The Heart Gardening Project web site.
#Bees #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #Environment #gardening #Melbourne #nativePlants #OurWonderfulGreenFuture #OWGF #pollinators #Regeneration #Urbanism

Net Zero Cities

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I created this infographic to highlight the positive transformations that can happen in our cities as we move towards Net Zero. Contrary to the fears some might have, Net Zero is not a grim scenario. Instead, it offers a chance to address the many issues currently affecting our cities with better solutions. As we face a climate-changed future, living sustainably and prioritising the environment will become essential. This means generating less waste, using less energy, and reimagining our economy and daily practices.

More Nature

Our net Zero cities will be filled with greenery. Trees provide numerous benefits, so we will plant them everywhere. We will need to be creating pocket parks, food forests, nature-bathing spaces, wildlife habitats, and pollinator corridors. Our cities will become green havens, moving away from being dominated by concrete and industrial forms. GIMBYism – Greenery in my back yard, please

SuDS & Sponge Cities

In Net Zero Cities we will be a lot better at managing water. Building sustainable Urban Drainage Systems. (SuDS) Networks, of engineered vegetated areas and open spaces, (e.g; green roofs, rain gardens and porous pavements) designed to protect natural ecosystems and offer benefits to people and wildlife. We will be building Sponge Cities that emphasise flood management through green infrastructure. Sponge Cities alleviate urban flooding, water shortages, and heat island effects by incorporating more parks, gardens, green spaces, wetlands, nature strips, and permeable pavings.

Streets for People

In Net Zero Cities we will be reclaiming streets from polluting vehicles and making them safe for walking, cycling and for children to play in. We will be converting roads into multi-purpose spaces where everyone feels safe and welcome. Taking our streets back from being places to store cars and turning them into nature strips.

3rd Places

Net Zero Cities will see lots more spaces for people to gather and socialise. 3rd places where people can organise pop-up shops, music venues, or even dancing in the street. Third places that foster community interaction and provide a relaxed environment for people to gather outside of home and work.

Transport Choices

Net Zero Cities will see the end of Car Dependency. Residents will have multiple options for getting around. From walking to local amenities to using bikes and scooters for longer trips. Dedicated lanes for Micro Mobility will be ubiquitous. Public transport will be expanded to cover all parts of the city. Private vehicles will be slowed down on side streets, and car ownership discouraged in favour of car sharing.

Economic Resilience

Net Zero Cities will need to support locally owned businesses that sell locally made products and recycle any “waste.” Building an economy that measures collective happiness and well-being, not just wealth. Ensuring cities are as self sufficient as possible, while being connected to global and regional networks with zero emissions transport.

Ministries of Imagination

Empowering people to co-design their neighbourhoods with local councils and implement changes for everyone’s benefit. Creating “pacts”, similar to those in Bologna, where local residents can propose ideas for improving the local community and get funding and support for their ideas.
Should we follow bolognas model for participatory urbanism?

Energy Self-Sufficiency

In Net Zero cities we will be producing 85% of energy locally, with solar, and storing it in community batteries. With peer-to-peer energy trading and connected microgrids, communities will be able to share their energy with neighbours. Energy efficiency and using smart appliances to manage demand will make the whole system more resilient.

Urban Farming

In Net Zero Cities, urban food production will greatly expand. We’ll see more herbs and leafy greens growing in residential gardens and community spaces. Food forests with fruit and nut trees will transform unused areas into productive green spaces. Vertical farms will be supplying local stores with fresh produce. Also allotments near apartment buildings will enable residents to grow their own vegetables and herbs, fostering community and sustainability.

Better Health

Net Zero Cities will be considerably better for human health. We will see big reductions in air pollution, traffic noise, stress, traffic violence and loneliness. At the same time we will have more active lifestyles, more community connections and access to a lot more calming green spaces.

Common Ownership

In Net Zero Cities we will be embracing a sharing economy where people share tools, appliances, vehicles, toys, books, clothes and more. We will dramatically reduce the need for personal ownership of rarely used items by placing them into the public realm. When an item is no longer wanted it can go to a “library” for others to use.

More Public Housing

Net Zero Cities will ensure design and building decisions are based on community and environmental needs rather than profit. We will need a lot more public housing, cooperatives, and community land trusts, for better social outcomes. All buildings will be designed and built with end of life “Urban Mining” in mind and to the highest environmental standards.

Urban Mining Centres

“Waste” is only waste if we choose not to reuse it. Our cities contain valuable materials and commodities that can be repaired, reused, or recycled. Future cities will feature Urban Mining Centres where everything previously considered waste will be repaired, reused, or recycled. Our cities will be filled with 1000’s of companies like this Revival Projects employing 10,000’s of people.

And that’s it! My very top level Net Zero Cities features and benefits. If I have missed any super important points, or you have any other comments, please share them below or in the Fediverse. mastodon.world/@OWGF

There is a whole lot more information on how we bring nature into our cities in this book, if you want to dive into the details: Nature-Based Solutions for Cities

#Biodiversity #CircularEconomy #climateChange #ClimateAction #Environment #NetZeroCities #OurWonderfulGreenFuture #OWGF #Regeneration #SolarPunk #sustainability #urbanPlanning #UrbanFarming #Urbanism

Our Wondeful Green Future

2024-09-06 08:28:59

Can We Have More Urban Density and More Greenery? Absolutely!

The challenge of balancing urban density with greenery is one of the most pressing issues for modern cities. Can we really have both more people living in our cities and a richer, greener environment? According to a recent report from YIMBY Melbourne, the answer is a resounding YES!

The Challenge of Urban Density

Increasing the density of our urban areas often comes at a cost. As Cities like Melbourne continue to grow, the need to build more homes is evident. However, this growth frequently leads to the removal of trees from private backyards to make way for new buildings. This poses a challenge: how can we manage this loss of greenery while accommodating more residents?

YIMBY Melbourne offers a promising solution. Their recent report outlines a pathway for increasing both the number of street trees and the overall tree canopy across Melbourne. The key is to transform the loss of private tree canopy into a gain for the public realm. This approach ensures that the benefits of greenery are redistributed, creating a greener city for everyone.

Understanding Tree Distribution

The report provides a comprehensive analysis of Melbourne’s current tree distribution. It examines trees on residential land, in public spaces, and along streets. It also considers factors like tree canopy coverage, socio-economic status, and the relationship between house prices and public tree coverage. Importantly, it highlights how tree canopy can help mitigate urban heat islands.

To reconcile urban densification with increased greenery, the report advocates for replacing private tree canopy with public tree canopy. Using available data on tree coverage and housing targets, YIMBY Melbourne estimates the amount of tree canopy likely to be lost as new developments proceed. It also calculates the number of street trees needed to offset this loss.

The Cost of Urban Greening

Maintaining Melbourne’s current tree canopy while increasing housing density requires planting 55 new trees per 100 new homes. This effort would cost approximately $1,680 per dwelling. However, YIMBY Melbourne suggests an even more ambitious goal: a 10% increase in mature tree canopy across the city. To achieve this, 60 trees per 100 dwellings should be planted, costing around $1,840 per dwelling. This significant urban greening initiative would require an annual investment of $73.6 million.

Funding for this project could come from various sources, including developer contributions, government grants, and general budgetary allocations. Although the full benefits of this increased canopy will take time to materialize, the long-term advantages are substantial. Public trees, once planted, remain a lasting benefit, contributing positively to Melbourne’s environment as they mature.

I encourage everyone to read the full report here: trees.yimby.melbourne Wher there are links to the source data and other relevant content. The report concludes with my favourite old adage, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” As cities around the world continue to build more homes to meet growing demands, integrating urban density with increased greenery is not just a possibility – it’s an opportunity to create a better, more sustainable cities. By embracing strategies to enhance urban canopy, we can ensure that cities become greener, more vibrant, more equitable and livable city for generations to come.

The main YIMBY site can be found here :yimby.melbourne

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YIMBY Melbourne

Australia's foremost voice for abundance policy, undertaking research and advocacy for land use and housing reform.

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#EnvironmentalConservation #ClimateAction #Sustainability #Permaculture #Agroecology #FoodForest #Agroforestry #SoilHealth #TreePlanting #SchoolGardens #CommunityOutreach #Nature #FoodSecurity #ZeroWaste #LandRestoration #SustainableFarming #Naturfrënn 🌍🌱💚🙏!
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Samuel Kaweesi

2026-06-06 03:20:40

What if the world's greatest crisis is not climate change, but a loss of connection? ❤️🌍

When we stop feeling connected to nature, it becomes easier to destroy it. When we reconnect, we begin to care, protect, and heal.

I believe the Earth is not only asking for action it is asking for love.

Maybe the forests, rivers, and wildlife don't just need our hands. Maybe they need our hearts.
#climatechange. #Klimawandel

Do you think healing our planet begins with learning to love it again? 🌱💚

𝗕𝘂𝘁... 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗜 𝗱𝗼? 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲? 🥵

Well: yes, and don't do it for the planet, do it for yourself.
#EnvironmentalConservation. #Outdoorprojekte #Jardinagescolaire #ClimateAction #Sustainability #RegenerativeAgriculture #SoilHealth #Agroecology #Schullandwirtschaftsprojekte #Schulgartenarbeit #Permaculture #FoodForest #Agroforestry #EcosystemRestoration #LandRestoration #PlasticPollution #ZeroWaste #CircularEconomy #CleanEnvironment

Denkt ihr auch gerade, ihr würdet 2026 gerne zurückgeben wollen? Oder einfach vorspulen und hoffen, dass das nächste Jahr besser wird?

Verständlich. Sehr sogar.

Dummerweise funktioniert ja keins davon so richtig.

Was aber gegen das Gefühl der Hilflosigkeit und Verzweiflung funktioniert, ist: Aktiv werden. Selber handeln, um das System zu verbessern. Das nennt sich "aktive Hoffnung" und ist das beste Gegenmittel gegen den Wahnsinn da draußen.

Und stellt euch mal vor, wir werden alle aktiv! Würden Gemeinschaften gründen, Events und Demos organisieren, Leserbriefe und Briefe an Politiker*innen schreiben, Petitionen aufsetzen und unterzeichnen, uns in Bürgerräten und Stadtparlamenten engagieren, kurz: Laut werden und uns einmischen. Wie die Welt dann aussehen würde! 😍💚

Ideen und Impulse, wie genau ihr aktiv werden könnt - übrigens nicht nur für mehr Klimaschutz, sondern auch für eine stabile Demokratie und ein besseres Leben für alle -, findet ihr in unseren Klimaschritten auf my-friday.org. Oder ihr findet mit unserem Klimahebel-Finder heraus, wie ihr in eurem Umfeld am wirksamsten Veränderung anschieben könnt.

Los geht's!

#myfriday #klimafreitag #systemchange #systemchangenow #climateaction #climateactionnow #systemchangenotclimatechange #climatememes"