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Three New Conservation Easement Guides From WeConservePA Address Carbon Issues

PA Environment Daily

Three new guides are now available from WeConservePA addressing carbon issues in conservation easements-- -- Addressing Climate Change and Carbon Sequestration in Conservation Easements : The reality of climate change brought on by increasing levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere presents challenges to conservation practitioners.

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Why Soil Health Is So Important to the Agriculture Resilience Act

Union of Concerned Scientists

But those that stand out the most are the first-ever authorizations of the USDA Climate Hubs and the Long-term Agroecosystem Research (LTAR) network, expansion of agroforestry initiatives, expansion of the USDA’s conservation programs, and grants to states and Tribal governments interested in implementing soil health management programs.

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Inflation Reduction Act Conservation Dollars Are a Vital Bulwark Against Climate Change

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

More than a year later , this once-in-a-generation investment approximately doubled the funding available for the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) core conservation programs. Keeping nitrous oxide out of the atmosphere is not the only conservation contribution of practices like these, though.

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Western PA Conservancy Webinar: Benefits Of Water-Thirsty Trees Sept. 30

PA Environment Daily

The Western PA Conservancy will host a Benefits of Water-Thirsty Trees webinar September 30 at Noon. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen back into the air. More information is available on programs, initiatives and special events at the Western PA Conservancy website.

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Manada Conservancy Names Will Dingman Executive Director

PA Environment Daily

On September 12, Dauphin County-based Manada Conservancy announced Will Dingman is serving as their new Executive Director. Will joined the Conservancy staff in early September and has already begun working on land protection, meeting our members, and attending our September events. He has a B.S. Follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

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DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Hosts 2-Part Online Discussion Of Storing Carbon Below Ground-- Sept. 21; And Above Ground-- Oct. 17

PA Environment Daily

DCNR's Conservation and Natural Resources Advisory Council will host a 2-part online CNRAC Conversation on Below and Above: Storing Carbon In The Pennsylvania Landscape. Learn how technology- and nature-based solutions can play a significant role in mitigating atmospheric carbon dioxide emissions and climate change.

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Manada Conservancy Hosts Oct. 26 Plants Rule! Harvesting The Sun For Climate Change Program

PA Environment Daily

On October 26, the Manada Conservancy will host a Plants Rule! Biological processes are important in reaching a carbon-negative future that reduces greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. Join the Conservancy to learn how Pennsylvania’s assets and new opportunities can contribute to our future sustainability.