GOOD NEWS OF THE MONTH: November 2024
Discover the latest in environmental protection and climate action in our roundup of important developments. This month, we found some marine life good news: a restored river hosts biodiversity again, a record of nesting Sea turtles has been found in Greece and citizen-scientists in Germany help to analyze the health of rivers with their volunteering work!
The Living Planet Report 2024: A Call to Urgent Action
The 2024 Living Planet Report reveals a 73% drop in wildlife populations since 1970, urging urgent action to combat biodiversity loss and the climate crisis.
GOOD NEWS OF THE MONTH: September 2024
Discover the latest in environmental protection and climate action in our roundup of important developments. The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board has launched an innovative Instagram filter, “Selfie Control,” to help visitors safely photograph wildlife by maintaining the correct distance. Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice is set to hold landmark hearings on global climate obligations, a case that could shape the future of climate litigation. In Sicily, a massive freshwater reserve has been uncovered beneath the Iblei Mountains, potentially offering relief from the island’s severe drought. Lastly, the EU’s LIFE programme has shown a tenfold return on investment, sparking calls for increased environmental funding. Dive deeper into these stories and their implications by exploring the full articles linked below.
Good News of the Month: August 2024
Discover August’s top environmental stories: wildlife encounters can boost your wellbeing, Copenhagen trials sustainable tourism program, Swiss seniors win historic climate case. Read more for the latest in biodiversity and conservation efforts.
Your Vote, Our Planet: Navigating the European Parliament Elections
The forthcoming European Parliament elections play a critical role in determining our stance on climate change and nature conservation. With the EU’s legislation and subsidies exerting substantial influence, voting becomes imperative to ensure your voice is heard. Yet, the complexity of the EU and its parties presents a challenge in decision-making. To aid in this process, we’ve curated a guide detailing the parties’ stances on climate and nature issues, complemented by essential election process information.
Top 5 Rewilding Documentaries
Explore the world of rewilding with our top 5 documentaries. Witness stunning landscapes and heartwarming narratives that illuminate the vital work of restoring nature’s balance. Explore these must-watch documentaries and embark on a journey of conservation, preservation, and reconnection with nature.
Exploring the World of Invasive Species: Insights from invasive species experts Hélia Marchante and Elizabete Marchante
Managing invasive species is vital in rewilding because they threaten native biodiversity and ecosystems. To gain deeper insights into invasive species, their challenges, and management strategies, we’ve interviewed Hélia Marchante and Elizabete Marchante from Invasoras.pt.
Sylvester’s January Update
Why we put Julia on a rope into a river, Richie went to a German climate fair and more news from January!
Bits&Species: The Power of Keystone Species
Keystone species can change the development of a whole ecosystem. Find out why they’re so essential in rewilding – and some examples you might not have thought about being keystones in ecology.
Rewild your life #2 How to build a Bug Hotel
Small urban spaces, like gardens, play a crucial role in the success of rewilding. To support small-scale rewilding, Sylvester has started collecting interventions that turn your small space into a rewilding oasis, helping connect rewilding areas and species. Let’s dive into the first intervention: building a bug hotel.
What is rewilding?
At Sylvester we want to create more wilderness across Europe using the method of rewilding – but what exactly is rewilding and how does it work? In this blog post we give you all the ins and outs on rewilding.
Wildtokens Explained
WildTokens are your ticket to the European rewilding movement and you can get them through us, of course. But what exactly is a Token? What can you do with it and what makes our Tokens so wild?
The Fortune of the Commons
With these principles in mind and the vision that natural spaces should be sustainably governed, taken care of and providing value to all stakeholders, we at Sylvester aim to create strong communities around our rewilding plots, offering a fair, local and sustainable way forward for climate protection.
Monthly Inspiration: December
Find out about some people and stories we’ve been taking inspiration from!
