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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Major news from the UN International Court of Justice today, as they release an advisory opinion on the key responsibilities of nations to tackle climate change. Full article online at environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2025/07/23/i... #goodgreennews #climate #nature #justice #policy #action

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

The UK will ratify the High Seas Treaty, ministers have announced! The Treaty is a vital global agreement to improve the protection of our marine #environment and the threatened wildlife that lives in it. Read more: environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2025/06/11/u... #ocean #goodgreennews #nature

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

BREAKING NEWS: Japanese scientists have developed a plastic that dissolves in water without releasing microplastics. 🧴🌊 This alternative biodegradable material could be key in tackling the plastic crisis and reducing plastic pollution in our oceans! Find out more below. #goodgreennews #nature

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Oil Spills are devastating for our oceans, its marine life and our own health. But nanomaterials may be a saving grace! These tiny particles could help us clean up oil spills, soaking up oil without releasing toxic chemicals into the ocean themselves. #nature #goodgreennews #oil #gas #climate #eco

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

850 NEW OCEAN SPECIES DISCOVERED! 🌊🦈 The Ocean Census project has made huge strides in exploring our oceans, discovering over 850 new species unknown to science! These amazing finds will help scientists improve conservation efforts for ocean ecosystems. #nature #goodgreennews #ocean #animal #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Woodland Trust sows 75,000+ seeds across Devon and Cornwall in order to triple the area of temperate rainforest ecosystems in the UK! 🌱🌳👏 By taking to the skies, the Woodland Trust have been able to make a major step forwards in boosting British biodiversity! #nature #flowers #goodgreennews #birds

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

With Monarch Butterfly populations seeing fewer numbers each year, this comes as great news! The population of these pollinators have seen a rebound in Mexico thanks to recent #conservation efforts in the country. Find out more below! #goodgreennews #nature #climate #animal #naturewriting #scicomm

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Happy #WorldAquaticAnimalDay! 🌊🐬🐙 Today is a day to celebrate and raise awareness for the wonderful #species that call our waters home - what’s your favourite aquatic #animal? Tell us in the comments below ⬇️ (Ours is the Green Sea Turtle!) #goodgreennews #animal #nature #ocean #river #turtle

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Scientists discover the goings-on of the early months of a Polar Bear’s life! Not much is known about a #polarbear cub’s first few months, but now, researchers have uncovered some fascinating detail, thanks to new evidence collected by camera. Find more below! #nature #photography #goodgreennews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

How could we improve #plastic recycling? A new process has been able to recover 94% of the pieces making up plastic bottles, promising a more efficient and sustainable recycling method. This is really positive news for tackling the plastic crisis! #nature #goodgreennews #climate #naturewriting

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

How successful are turtle releases? Very, it turns out! Research by @newenglandaquarium.bsky.social has found that rescued sea turtles live for years after release back into the #ocean, proving this method of #conservation and protection is vitally effective! #goodgreennews #nature #turtle #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

The #Future of the endangered African Penguin may be more secure thanks to new #conservation efforts! The South African fishing industry has placed protections around key islands these rare #birds call home in efforts to reduce their risk of extinction. #nature #spring #furry #goodgreennews #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Whale pee is saving the ocean! New research has found that whale urine is able to move vast quantities of vital nutrients across thousands of miles - equivalent to the distance between #Hawaii and #Alaska - keeping the #ocean healthy and thriving! The wonders of #nature! #goodgreennews #wildlife

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 15/03/2025

The Ozone Layer Is Healing! A new study has confirmed the hole in the #ozone layer - a vital barrier against highly #radioactive sunlight rays - is healing thanks to global efforts to reduce the use of ozone-depleting chemicals and gases! Some great positive news! #nature #sunlight #goodgreennews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

#CoralReef Fish are adapting to rising temperatures in the Arabian Gulf! By analysing their genetics, scientists hope to identify these warming-resistant genes to boost the adaptability other #fish species to #ClimateChange! #nature #wildlife #landscape #goodgreennews #naturewriting #climate #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

What are your thoughts on bringing back #Wolves to #Scotland? 🐺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 New research has found that doing so could be vital in boosting Scottish #biodiversity and tackling #ClimateChange! What will the future hold for these wonderful animals? #goodgreennews #nature #conservation #climateaction #bluesky

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

A win for UK #Conservation! #Beavers, extinct in the UK since the 16th century, though they have been reintroduced to some private lands, are being welcomed back with open arms. The UK government has announced its support of wild reintroductions! #nature #bluesky #goodgreennews #animal #wildlife

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Vital action for #nature has been agreed! World governments at #COP16 have agreed to provide $200 billion a year to boost #conservation and the protection of the world’s nature and #biodiversity. The world now waits to see if this action is taken. #landscape #goodgreennews #StandUpForScience

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

Some great #positive news for the world’s #coral reefs! Newly designed underwater lights could boost coral recovery by attracting the zooplankton they feed on for growth. This could prove vital in future #conservation efforts for the world’s reefs and #oceans. #nature #wildlife #goodgreennews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

It’s #WorldWildlifeDay, so here’s our favourite positive #wildlife news of the last few weeks! Scientists have created an AI able to predict where #whales will be found along the coast to help guide ships away and reduce collisions! #goodgreennews #positivenews #news #animal #conservation #ocean

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

We’re hopping mad for this! 🐸 33 baby Southern Darwin’s Frogs were recently born at @londonzoo.bsky.social. This is a great step in the effort to rescue the #endangered species from a deadly fungus tearing through the population in their native home of #Chile. #frog #nature #goodgreennews #birds

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 20/02/2025

Some great #Insect news for your feed! 16 new species of #grasshopper have been discovered in the deserts of the #USA and #Mexico! This is #positive news for #conservation of grasshoppers, the #birds that rely on them and other species in the ecosystem. #nature #landscape #wildlife #goodgreennews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 17/02/2025

How could the Ice Age be helping our modern #conservation efforts? 🥶 #IceAge plants are helping us to prepare for future extinctions caused by #climatechange. 🧬 Using #ancient plant DNA, we could predict which plants need the most protection. #goodgreennews #naturewriting #nature #news #positive

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Who doesn’t love a turtle? 💙 10 endangered sea turtles were recently released back into the ocean after rescue and rehabilitation by the @newenglandaquarium.bsky.social. This is wonderful news for these beautiful species 🐢 #nature #turtle #animal #conservation #goodgreennews #ocean

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Have we told you about the FireAid concerts? #FireAid was held in late January to raise money for those who lost their homes in the LA #wildfires last month, and so far it’s raised $100 million for fire relief! Donations are still welcome. #goodgreennews #positivenews #naturewriting #nature #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

It’s International Day for #Women & Girls in #Science! 💁‍♀️🧬🔭 Which woman in science has been an #inspiration to you? Repost or comment your reply! Ours is Christiana Figueres - the incredible leader behind the 2015 Paris Agreement who’s still fighting for #climate action! #nature #goodgreennews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

All is not lost! 🥳 Despite #Trump withdrawing the #USA from the major climate treaty - the Paris agreement - several US Governors have announced the continuation of the #climatefight as they aim to meet the agreements’s goals. This is great #news for the #climate! #nature #naturewriting #positive

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

A major study shows Gender Equality will be vital in our fight against #climatechange. By creating more opportunities for #women to access jobs and decision-making, societies will be better able to adapt to the #climatecrisis. #nature #equality #genderequality #climate #action #naturewriting

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Hope for the worlds most endangered deer has arrived at Bristol Zoo Project! The #conservation focused #zoo just outside #Bristol, UK has welcomed the birth of a baby Philippine Spotted Deer, providing much needed hope for the species’ recovery! #nature #naturewriting #deer #animal #positive #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

An endangered rabbit species has been re-discovered in Mexico after 120 years of believed extinction! The species, a vital part of the Sierra Madre del Sur ecosystem’s food chain, was once believed extinct. Now, conservationists are exploring how to protect it. #nature #photography #news #positive

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Sweden are moving to ban bottom-trawling fishing in their marine protected areas! This move is vital in protecting their territorial marine environment. Read our full article: environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2025/01/31/s... #nature #fish #conservation #fishing #naturewriting #positive #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

This is incredible news! #Brazil has named their current #Climate Secretary - a man with a long history of working for #sustainable development, and with no #fossilfuel ties - as the president for #COP30 in November! This appointment could prove vital in pushing the discussions forward. #news #eco

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Could we combine #carbonstorage with #construction? It seems so! By locking away #carbon in new concrete and cement in construction, we could help tackle #climatechange! #environment #nature #carbonemissions #climate #naturewriting #news #positive #positivenews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 16/01/2025

Extinct-In-The-Wild Sorocco Doves have arrived at London Zoo as part of a major #restoration programme to reintroduce them into the wild for the first time since 1972! Some amazing news for the #conservation of a critically #endangered species! #wildlife #reintroduction #animal #bird #nature #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 13/01/2025

Research calls for reforms to legal protection of wildlife involved in trade in the USA. Wildlife trade monitoring over the past 22 years has revealed over 30,000 species, and 2.85 billion individuals, have been involved in legal, and illegal trade. #wildlife #trade #law #protection #animal #news

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

From us at Environmental Optimism, we wish you all a wonderful festive season, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy Hannukah, however you celebrate! Have a wonderful time and be sure to come back for more positive environmental and nature news in the new year! Bring on 2025!

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

The importance of #Mangrove forests is no #mystery, but researchers have just revealed the full extent of their benefit to our #economy and #flood protection! #Mangroves are estimated to save the #world over $855 billion in flood defences! #positive #news #nature #conservation #climate #storm

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 09/12/2024

(1/3) 💙🌍Positive Nature News!💙🌍 It's time for our monthly roundup of #positive #news from the #world of the #environment, #wildlife and #climate! Here's some of our favourite #positivenews stories from #November! More #stories in the #thread below! #naturewriting #nature #sustainability #climate

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 06/12/2024

742 #NewSpecies have been #discovered in the #Congo Basin according to the #World #Wildlife Fund! Find out more about the discoveries in our latest article environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2024/12/06/7... #conservation #nature #naturewriting #climate #species #new #science #carbon #positivenews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

🌍🚨 #PositiveNews #Alert! 🚨🌍 #Norway will stop #deepsea #mining in the #Arctic #Ocean, ending their plans to explore locations for mining around #Svalbard and Jan Mayen. This major #win for ocean #conservation will help protect the fragile #environment of the Arctic! 👏💙🌊 #positive #news #climate

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 29/11/2024

#COP29 is over, and you may wonder what our #world #leaders actually agreed upon? From #ClimateFinance to #Energy, #Emissions, #Health and #Equality, COP29 was full of #debate, but also #promises of #action. We've got you covered with a recap: environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2024/11/29/c...

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

🚨 #COP29 #Update 🚨 Week 1 of #COP29Azerbaijan is over, but what exactly did #world #leaders agree? Visit our website for a quick roundup of the most important #agreements! environmentaloptimism.wordpress.com/2024/11/18/t... #baku #azerbaijan #climate #climatechange #climateaction #positivenews

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Environmental Optimism @envoptimism.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

(1/5) We’re midway through the #climatetalks at #COP29, and a lot has been discussed so far. But what are the main takeaways from the first few days? 1. “IT IS ONE PLANET” Dickson Mitchell, Grenada’s Prime Minister, called for rich nations to support smaller nations in coping with #climatechange.

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