Tag: nature
Urban Nature Proven to Reduce Anxiety, Depression
As the world’s urban population surges toward 70% by 2050, mental health issues like anxiety and depression are becoming increasingly urgent public...
Looking at Nature Eases Pain
Looking at nature—whether in real life or through digital images—can reduce pain, according to a new study using brain scans.
Forest Bathing for Kids: Unlocking Nature’s Therapeutic Power
In today’s fast-paced, screen-dominated world, finding ways to nurture children’s mental and emotional health is more important than ever. One emerging practice...
Restoring Nature The EU’s Bold Step Towards Ecosystem Revival
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Equator Prize 2024: Celebrating Indigenous Leadership
Eleven Indigenous Peoples and local communities from eight countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America and the Caribbean are the winners of...
Wildfire Smoke And Trees: Do They Hold Their Breath?
When wildfire smoke fills the air, health experts advise people to stay indoors to avoid inhaling harmful particles and gases. But what...
EU Adopts Landmark Nature Restoration Regulation to Restore Ecosystems
Explore the EU's groundbreaking regulation aimed at restoring 20% of land and sea areas by 2030 and all degraded ecosystems by 2050, addressing biodiversity loss and climate challenges.
Triumph of Conservation: Saving Biodiversity Through Action
Triumph of Conservation: Saving Biodiversity Through Action
How Migrating Birds Outsmart Nature with Age
For centuries, the awe-inspiring journeys of migrating birds have captivated naturalists. These feathered travellers navigate vast distances with seemingly effortless precision, returning to breeding grounds year after year. But a recent study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences sheds new light on this remarkable phenomenon. The research, led by a team from the University of Wyoming and the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behaviour, reveals a surprising truth: migrating birds aren't simply following pre-programmed routes; they're actively learning and adapting their journeys based on experience.
Urgent Action Needed to Bridge Funding Gap for Nature-Based Solutions
UNEP's latest report reveals a critical gap in funding for nature-based solutions (NbS), estimating an annual finance gap of USD 230 billion by 2025. Doubling finance flows by 2025 and tripling by 2030 are essential to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and land degradation. The report emphasizes the role of cities, urging increased direct financing for ambitious greening projects and ecosystem restoration. With mayors worldwide calling for collaboration with the private sector, the report highlights the urgency of scaling up investments in NbS.
