A UNESCO-designated area, advocating for biodiversity conservation, reconciliation, and sustainable development for Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound. #HoweSoundBiosphere
Howe Sound, British Columbia
Joined January 2018
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Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Introducing the brand new @SquamishNation website!
squamish.net
The Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw/Squamish Nation is a unity of the Squamish Peoples with an uplifting culture, rich history, and exciting future.
Please share with all!
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
From birds 🦩 to plants 🌿 to micro-organisms 🧬 – biodiversity is essential to life on Earth – yet, human activity is putting it at risk.
The #GlobalGoals are the answer to declining biodiversity & degraded ecosystems.
un.org/sustainabledevelopmen…
Via @UN
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
🎯 17 goals
🗓 8 years to achieve them
✨ 1 future!
Soil health is at the heart of many #SDGs! 🤎🇺🇳 Learn how healthy soils can achieve these goals by 2030 #SoilHealth
Watch: youtu.be/7cJdyL78Js
Via @FAOLandWater
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
From the smallest bacteria to the grandest ecosystems, biodiversity is a lifeline for all living things, providing essentials like food, water, and medicine. It's also a natural defense against climate change. #BiodiversityPlan info is here: news.un.org/en/story/2024/01…
Via: @UNEP
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
🌍 Happy World Soil Day 🌱
Today is WORLD SOIL DAY, a special day when we celebrate the importance of soil and show the world how we care for it!
#Soil and water are interconnected!
#WorldSoilDay #WaterAction #SoilAction
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Wetlands, rich in biodiversity, provide essential ecosystem services vital for the survival of numerous species.
Safeguarding these ecosystems is critical to meeting the goals & targets of the Global Biodiversity Framework. unep.org/explore-topics/ecos…
#ForNature
Via @UNEP
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Protecting forests is one of the most effective ways to combat climate change. 🌳🌿
Forests are invaluable in our efforts to build a sustainable future.
Let's take climate action today for a greener tomorrow!
Discover our work during #COP28: on.unesco.org/3IwGpTz
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Seagrass meadows are among the most productive and important ecosystems in the world.
They are marine flowering plants that support thousands of key species and essential ecosystem functions.
More:blog.wcs.org/photo/2021/11/0…
Via @WCS_Tanzania
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
It's #BatWeek 🦇🎃 Bats may have a spooky reputation, but they are crucial for our planet! These creatures of the night provide essential ecological functions such as pest control, and are an important part of BC's biodiversity. Swipe to learn more!
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Happy #PlasticsThursday! We're highlighting how circularity can reduce the use of plastics and boost their value - making them less likely to be wasted. Check out bit.ly/45y0aUd for our favourite ideas to reduce your plastic footprint. @CEMonthCanada
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
🌎 Geodiversity is all around us, influencing our lives in more ways than you know!
For #GeodiversityDay, let's encourage better access to geoscience education and careers, so more people understand our deep connection with the wonders of our planet.
unesco.org/en/days/geodivers…
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Dive into the depths of Coastal Blue Carbon! 🌊🌱 Check out this infographic to unlock the secrets of how coastal ecosystems help combat climate change🌏💙
Via @PEMSEA
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Birch Building on main campus will be lit orange each night until Oct. 2, as a visual honouring of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Take time to participate in the initiatives happening in your local communities on September 30. More: capilanou.ca/about-capu/get-…
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Learn more about #ResidentialSchools with the #NCTR Interactive Map: buff.ly/3u84mJi . Share the closest school to you in the comments. When did it operate? Is it still standing? #reconciliation #reconciliationweek #ResidentialSchoolSurvivors #orangeshirtday @RBC
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
Join the @NCTR_UM for a transformative journey of learning and healing during #TruthAndReconciliation Week 2023. 📚🌍
Explore diverse perspectives, engage in vital conversations and help shape a better future.
Don't miss out. Register now: nctr.ca/education/coming-soo…
#NDTR
ALT Black overlay text on a white background: Truth and Reconciliation Week 2023 Logos of an eagle, narwhal and flower. Bottom right corner: Canada wordmark Letf bottom corner: a drawn orange cloud/mist
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
There's lots happening around BC to mark #WorldRiversDay and #BCRiversDay.
Find an event near you (via @orcbc_ca): orcbc.ca/bc-rivers-day
ALT BC Rivers Day is Sept 24, 2023
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
🌳 @greenpeace highlights the many benefits of trees and other green infrastructure. 🌴🌱🌿🍀🍃🌴
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
The global average temperature for July 2023 is confirmed to be the highest on record for any month.
@WMO attributed the long-term warming trend to continued increases in concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Howe Sound Biosphere Region (Átl’ka7tsem) retweeted
🌡️ The global surface temperature is 1.1 °C higher compared to the late 19th century
🏭 Current CO2 levels are the highest in 2 million years.
#IPCC #ClimateReport 👉 Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis
Watch🎥 bit.ly/3zGGSj5
Read ➡️ bit.ly/WGIRpt