NOAA Fisheries has finalized regulations protecting over 140,000 square miles of U.S. West Coast seafloor from destructive bottom trawling. These safeguards, effective January 1, 2020, cover vital

NOAA Fisheries has finalized regulations protecting over 140,000 square miles of U.S. West Coast seafloor from destructive bottom trawling. These safeguards, effective January 1, 2020, cover vital habitats like corals, sponges, and rocky reefs, crucial for marine life and ocean ecosystems.

This action follows a 2018 vote by the Pacific Fishery Management Council, spurred by scientific input and advocacy from Oceana. The new rules will more than double existing protections, making 90 percent of the West Coast seafloor off-limits to bottom trawling.

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Physicist Geoffrey West discovered that simple mathematical laws govern cities. He found that a city's population can predict various aspects, including wealth, crime rates, and walking

Physicist Geoffrey West discovered that simple mathematical laws govern cities. He found that a city's population can predict various aspects, including wealth, crime rates, and walking speed.

In his insightful TEDGlobal talk, West explains this remarkable phenomenon, demonstrating how similar scaling laws also apply to organisms and corporations.

From 2016 to 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of Canada partnered to bolster agricultural growth and resilience for farmers and

From 2016 to 2025, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of Canada partnered to bolster agricultural growth and resilience for farmers and cooperatives in the West Bank. This initiative supported 22,000 of the 115,000 households dependent on agriculture, aiming to optimize value chains, with women comprising 35% of participants.

Discover the project's transformative impact and hear directly from beneficiaries. For more information, visit www.fao.org.

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West Virginian Barbara Ellen Smith, author of "Digging our Own Graves - Coal Miners and the Struggle Over Black Lung Disease," advocates for coal communities.

She is urging Senator Manchin

West Virginian Barbara Ellen Smith, author of "Digging our Own Graves - Coal Miners and the Struggle Over Black Lung Disease," advocates for coal communities.

She is urging Senator Manchin to support legislation that aids these communities and facilitates their transition into a climate-resilient future.

Rachel, a social worker and mother of two children in West Virginia, is deeply concerned about the impacts of climate change.

She is calling on Senator Joe Manchin to take bold and decisive

Rachel, a social worker and mother of two children in West Virginia, is deeply concerned about the impacts of climate change.

She is calling on Senator Joe Manchin to take bold and decisive action to address this critical issue.

Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach

Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach helped her forge a significant role in climate action.

Her TEDx talk highlights how young people can gain respect and a voice by conducting value-added research that impacts policy development. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the

West Virginian Leann Brown, proud grandmother to her new grandson Jack, is advocating for climate action.

She urges Senator Manchin to take bold steps on climate change, emphasizing the future of our children and grandchildren.

Brandon Dennison, CEO of West Virginia's Coalfield Development, is dedicated to building resilient communities and creating job opportunities across Appalachia.

He is now urging Senator

Brandon Dennison, CEO of West Virginia's Coalfield Development, is dedicated to building resilient communities and creating job opportunities across Appalachia.

He is now urging Senator Manchin to take bold action on climate change.