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@G_stordalen shared
On Nov 10, 2021
RT @Innovationwoman: "We can’t just use the word ‘systems,’ we need to think, act, and collaborate in a systems way!" Hats off to @foodtank for the beautiful story "Regaining Power Through Food: Food System Vision Prize Winners Showcased at #COP26" https://t.co/6OL7Njrp1W @RockefellerFdn @WWF
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Regaining Power Through Food: Food System Vision Prize Winners Showcased at COP26

Regaining Power Through Food: Food System Vision Prize Winners Showcased at COP26

Taking these projects from vision to reality means bringing food systems to the forefront of global conversations surrounding climate.

@SusFoodTrust shared
On Nov 9, 2021
According to @AdeleSFT, Deputy CEO at @SusFoodTrust, global NGOs also have a responsibility to build a unified message surrounding food systems. https://t.co/MSp35r0CT2 https://t.co/1GUkW4yQ9j
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Philanthropy’s Role in the Climate Emergency: “Transformation means challenging the status quo”

Philanthropy’s Role in the Climate Emergency: “Transformation means challenging the status quo”

Philanthropy spends billions on issue areas that are implicitly connected to food systems, yet food issues are seldom explicitly addressed in funding strategies.

@CivilEats shared
On Nov 10, 2021
Today on #CivilEats, @rachelcernansky reports on signs that the fight against plastic is getting back on track. https://t.co/w1EacXjS0d
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The Future of Food Shopping Might Be Plastic-Free

The Future of Food Shopping Might Be Plastic-Free

A new partnership between the nation’s largest grocery chain and a reusable packaging company could be a sign that waste-reduction efforts are finally moving past the pandemic-induced ...

@nature_org shared
On Nov 6, 2021
RT @Nature_Climate: Latest news out of #COP26: 45 countries vow to strengthen nature protection and expand carbon sinks, while shifting to more sustainable farming practices. #NaturePositive https://t.co/pes1kjt1gW via @businessgreen
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COP26: Governments vow to strengthen nature protection and expand carbon sinks

COP26: Governments vow to strengthen nature protection and expand carbon sinks

UK government announces 45 countries have signed up to new coalition designed to accelerate efforts to expand nature based solutions to the climate crisis  

@UN shared
On Nov 8, 2021
Young climate activists met Rex, the Dinosaur, at #COP26 & they all agree: We can no longer ignore the climate crisis. It's time to stop making excuses! Let's take #ClimateAction before it’s too late. https://t.co/VRymFWLHGn #DontChooseExtinction https://t.co/15ei9GqAUX
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COP26: Together for our planet

COP26: Together for our planet

The aim is to conclude with agreement on greater emission cuts, stronger efforts on adaptation and resilience, and more climate finance. Finding solutions in nature Discussions on …

@AgFunder shared
On Nov 8, 2021
Meet the founder: InnerPlant’s Shely Aronov on recoding plant DNA to improve crop health https://t.co/qTNwyP15y0
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Meet the founder: InnerPlant’s Shely Aronov on recoding plant DNA to improve crop health

Meet the founder: InnerPlant’s Shely Aronov on recoding plant DNA to improve crop health

InnerPlant embeds "living sensors" in seeds that can signal plant distress, helping to mitigate crop loss and over-reliance on pesticides.

@UNEP shared
On Nov 8, 2021
RT @COP26: It’s Adaptation, Loss and Damage Day at #COP26 We must protect people and natural habitats from the worst effects of climate change. Learn more👉 https://t.co/uQ6OQ4IW1o #TogetherForOurPlanet
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Urgently adapt to protect communities and natural habitats.

Urgently adapt to protect communities and natural habitats.

Urgently adapt to protect communities and natural habitats. Read COP26 Explained People across the world are already living with devastating extreme weather heightened by the changing ...

@EcoAgPartners shared
On Nov 10, 2021
One powerful tool countries can use to scale #climateadaptation is integrated landscape management. #ILM offers multiple pathways for climate adaptation, like ecosystem restoration, which can greatly reduce GHGs. Read more on #ILM & #climateadaptation: https://t.co/L1394UIltY
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Achieving Climate Change Adaptation through Integrated Landscape Management

Achieving Climate Change Adaptation through Integrated Landscape Management

The recent report ‘Adapt Now’ of the Global Commission on Adaptation emphasiz- es that an effective climate change adaptation strategy involves reducing and preventing risks, …