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Wildfire Resilience Disclosures: A Strategic Investment Opportunity in California Real Estate and Insurance

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · 8d

Wildfire resilience is becoming a factor in California’s real estate market. Protecting homes stabilizes real estate prices—Tahoe area homeowners saw 39% lower premiums and 89% lower deductibles after implementing forest management practices. #riskmitigation

Evidence for Hope: A Conversation Exploring "The New Global Possible" | World Resource Institute Hub

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · 8d

WRI has published “The New Global Possible” to commemorate the signing of the Paris Agreement. It includes firsthand accounts of engaging with global climate leaders, showing powerful stories of hope and innovation across technology, nature-based solutions, and social movements. #climateaction

Join us for a conversation with WRI President & CEO Ani Dasgupta as he explores the bold ideas behind his new book, The New Global Possible: Rebuilding Optimism in the Age of Climate Crisis. He will b...

Going Steady with Herman Daly - A New Podcast Series

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · 16d

Cities 1.5 is a podcast by the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy, produced by the University of Toronto Press. This summer, their Editor-in-Chief David Miller hosted a short podcast series on the life and thought of a giant in Ecological Economics, Herman Daly. #hermandaly

With cities across the world on the frontlines of escalating wildfires, floods, and political instability, driven by a global economy still hooked on fossil fuels, GDP growth, and failed neoliberal do...

Parks Tacoma’s Climate Action Plan – a roadmap for a more resilient and sustainable future

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Aug 9

Parks Tacoma has unveiled its first comprehensive Climate Action Plan, developed in collaboration with community and expert partners. The Plan sets ambitious targets: net‑zero emissions, a 15–20% drop in water use, electrifying 75% of its vehicle fleet, and boosting staff commuting. #climateaction

Creating healthy opportunities to play, learn and grow.

In New Jersey, Benefits Bloom in Tiny Forests

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jul 28

In 2021, Groundwork installed the first “microforest,” small neighborhood stands of more than 260 native trees and plants. Earlier this year, they asked Earth Economics to assess their broader benefits and costs. #microforests

A nonprofit planted five “microforests” to tackle environmental problems in Elizabeth, N.J. Scientists say they’re making a big difference.

California's home hardening economy — Earth Economics

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jul 8

Earth Economics has analyzed home hardening against wildfires across California. Each retrofitting dollar generates $1.70 in total economic activity. Moderately hardening throughout the state would support 74K−92.5K jobs, generate $21−$26.5B in economic and activity. #wildfireresilience

Earth Economics has developed high-level estimates of how investments in home hardening can support jobs, economic activity, and tax revenues. Every dollar invested returns $1.70 in total economic act...

One Seattle neighborhood braces for climate change, rising waters

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jul 4

The South Park neighborhood along the Duwamish River in Seattle faces worsening floods from climate change, rising sea levels, and aging infrastructure. #floodrisk

A flood in 2022 signaled how bad things can get in an urban neighborhood staring down even more sea level rise in the decades to come.

The 2025 Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund — Earth Economics

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jul 2

Does your community need help making the case for nature-based solutions? Do you want to build your capacity in communicating the benefits of green infrastructure? #ingridraschlegacyfund

Applications are open until July 14, 2025.

Support from the Ingrid Rasch Legacy Fund enables Earth Economics to offer technical assistance to community-based non-profit organizations to help advance local solutions to environmental issues. App...

The Business Case for Investing in Nature: From Novel to the New Normal - Pacific Institute

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Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 28

The Pacific Institute launched the Accounting for Nature Program to equip decisionmakers with evidence and tools for investing in nature-based solutions.

With benefit-cost analyses of real-world case studies, the program helps make the business case for nature-based solutions. #naturebasedsolutions

Dr. Gregg Brill explains how the Accounting for Nature Program helps businesses and governments identify and quantify the benefits of … The Business Case for Investing in Nature: From Novel to the New...

Harnessing Natural Capital and Strategic Investment for Sustainable Prosperity Harnessing Natural Capital and Strategic Investment for Sustainable Prosperity

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 28

Integrating natural capital—forests, wetlands, clean water—into economic planning can drive sustainable growth. By valuing these resources, governments and investors can make informed decisions that balance development with environmental stewardship. #naturalcapital

Harnessing Natural Capital and Strategic Investment for Sustainable Prosperity Natural capital, encompassing vital resources like forests, rivers, Discover how natural capital valuation is transformin...

‘Spiral of silence’: climate action is very popular, so why don’t people realise it?

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 26

A recent global survey of 125 countries revealed that 89% of respondents want their governments to do more on climate change. #climateaction

Researchers find 89% of people around the world want more to be done, but mistakenly assume their peers do not

Will making Canada’s national parks free hurt nature?

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 24

All Canadian national parks will be free until September, with added discounts on amenities. This fulfills a campaign promise of the newly elected government, and marks 8 years since Canada made park access free for its 150th anniversary. #outdoorrecreation

Conservationists are in favour of free national parks — which could increase public support for protections — but say Ottawa must manage the ecological costs

Not just a swamp: Everglades worth $31.5 billion to local economy each year, study finds

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 20

The Greater Everglades system contributes over $31.5 billion to support the wellbeing of residents and visitors of south Florida—over 50 years, this translates to an asset value of more than $1 trillion. #foreverglades

Aside from being a national treasure, South Florida’s defining ecosystem is a massive economic engine, a new report finds

www.miamiherald.com

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 19

Not just a swamp: Everglades worth $31.5 billion to local economy each year, study finds

Aside from being a national treasure, South Florida’s defining ecosystem is a massive economic engine, a new report finds

www.miamiherald.com

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 19

American Forests is convening urban foresters, community advocates, city leaders and allied professionals to share expertise and resources in the Tree Equity Coaching Network. #TreeEquity

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Tree Equity is Reciprocity. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Join us for a special kickoff to the Tree Equity Coaching Network with Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer—renowned author, botanist, and member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation. Through a rich blend of Indigeno...

New Tool Shows Flood Risks to Local Southwest Florida Infrastructure and Assets - NCCOS - National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 18

NOAA and partners have launched the ACUNE GeoTool—an interactive online platform that shows how sea level rise, storm surge, and urban runoff may impact infrastructure, ecosystems, and even historic sites across Southwest Florida.
#coastalflooding

Extreme weather events and rising seas are creating more frequent flooding conditions in southwest Florida. A NOAA-funded study has supported the development of an online viewer called the Adaptation ...

Rejuvenating a Community Park — Earth Economics

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 17

In 2024, LISC Jacksonville invested in the rejuvenation of Ribault Scenic Drive Park in Jacksonville, FL. The 1.36 acre park is the only park within walking distance for most Lake Forest Hills residents. #urbangreening

In 2024, LISC Jacksonville and community partners invested in the rejuvenation of Ribault Scenic Drive Park in Jacksonville, FL. The 1.36 acre park is one of the few places in the Lake Forest area whe...

Analysis | Which cities have the most trees? See how yours stacks up.

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 12

The Arbor Day Foundation, US Forest Service and forestry consultants PlanIT Geo have created an interactive tool that explores changes in urban forest cover. #urbantrees

Why some U.S. cities are so much greener than others

‘It will be beautiful to see our kids grow up with this’: how communities around the world are planting trees

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 11

Grassroot movements from London to Singapore are planting trees and transforming their neighborhoods. Such community-led greening is improving urban quality of life, strengthening social ties and climate resilience. #plantatree

City residents are working out how to fill their streets with trees as evidence grows of their benefits

Ohio River Basin Alliance

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Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 11

Last week, the Ohio River Basin Alliance, the National Wildlife Federation, and the University of Louisville’s Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute released the Ohio River Basin Restoration and Protection Plan for public comment.

Comments will be accepted through July 18. #riverrestoration

The Ohio River Basin Alliance (ORBA) strives to unite the voice of stakeholders, communities, and individuals to restore and protect the Ohio River and its watershed through collaboration, advocacy, a...

Nature's Value in the Everglades — Earth Economics

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · Jun 9

Earth Economics has partnered with The Everglades Foundation to assess the value provided by 8 ecosystem services, which provide at least $31B in value each year, with an asset value of at least $1.01T. #foreverglades

Earth Economics and the Everglade Foundation conducted a science-based analysis of the broad economic value provided by Everglades ecosystems, highlighting key benefits for Floridians and underscoring...

Delta duck hunting offers conservation solutions, but the ducks are disappearing | The Lens

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · May 28

In Arkansas, duck hunting has long funded wetland preservation through license fees and gear purchases. However, declining waterfowl populations—driven by habitat loss and climate change—now threaten both the sport and the ecosystems it supports. #wetlandswork

Arkansas has no state laws specifically for wetland protection, leading conservationists to depend on funds raised by duck stamps. But waterfowl populations are under increasing threats leading to few...

‘All the birds returned’: How a Chinese project led the way in water and soil conservation

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · May 6

Following 1999’s ambitious "Grain to Green" initiative, vast expanses of degraded land in China's Loess Plateau have been revitalized, with a 25% increase in vegetative cover, reduced soil erosion, more productive agriculture, and greater biodiversity. #ecosystemrestoration

The Loess plateau was considered the most eroded place on Earth until China took action and reversed decades of damage from grazing and farming

‘L.A. trees are kicking ass.' Urban plants capture more CO2 than expected, study finds

Earth Economics @eartheconomics.bsky.social · May 3

A recent USC study revealed that trees in Los Angeles absorb up to 60% of daytime CO2 emissions. #urbantrees

A researcher tracking CO2 emissions across a swath of the city says trees are ‘uncanny’ air cleaners.