Dr. Rachel Isaacs
@rachelbiogeog.bsky.social
PhD Geog Teaching and researching #climatechange #GIS #remotesensing with a focus on treeline
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Time to get your public comments in on the proposed Waters of the U.S. rule that would strip protections for countless wetlands and streams.
Trout unlimited has a tool on their page that will automatically send your message to the EPA as well as your representatives:
www.tu.org/conservation...
Trout unlimited has a tool on their page that will automatically send your message to the EPA as well as your representatives:
www.tu.org/conservation...
November 23, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Time to get your public comments in on the proposed Waters of the U.S. rule that would strip protections for countless wetlands and streams.
Trout unlimited has a tool on their page that will automatically send your message to the EPA as well as your representatives:
www.tu.org/conservation...
Trout unlimited has a tool on their page that will automatically send your message to the EPA as well as your representatives:
www.tu.org/conservation...
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Colombia will no longer approve new oil or large-scale mining projects in its Amazon biome, which covers 42% of the nation’s territory.
Acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres said the entire Colombian Amazon will be made a reserve for renewable natural resources.
Acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres said the entire Colombian Amazon will be made a reserve for renewable natural resources.
Colombia bans all new oil and mining projects in its Amazon
Colombia will no longer approve new oil or large-scale mining projects in its Amazon biome, which covers 42% of the nation’s territory, according to a Nov. 13 statement by its environment ministry.…
news.mongabay.com
November 19, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Colombia will no longer approve new oil or large-scale mining projects in its Amazon biome, which covers 42% of the nation’s territory.
Acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres said the entire Colombian Amazon will be made a reserve for renewable natural resources.
Acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres said the entire Colombian Amazon will be made a reserve for renewable natural resources.
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American citizens pay more towards oil industry executives than they do towards SNAP recipients but for some reason people are more mad about the starving children and not the corporate fat cats giving themselves bonuses while the planet becomes unlivable
Your daily reminder that the fossil fuel industry is propped up by billions of dollars in U.S. government subsidies and a multimillion dollar campaign to spread climate disinformation. 💵
November 17, 2025 at 11:54 PM
American citizens pay more towards oil industry executives than they do towards SNAP recipients but for some reason people are more mad about the starving children and not the corporate fat cats giving themselves bonuses while the planet becomes unlivable
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There will be another 60 vote Friday* on the garbage shutdown deal. If we can convince just one Senator from the 52 republicans and 8 Dems that voted yes to flip, we could still stop this. Please jump on the phone today, call them, and share this widely.
*If all goes by the regular schedule
*If all goes by the regular schedule
November 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM
There will be another 60 vote Friday* on the garbage shutdown deal. If we can convince just one Senator from the 52 republicans and 8 Dems that voted yes to flip, we could still stop this. Please jump on the phone today, call them, and share this widely.
*If all goes by the regular schedule
*If all goes by the regular schedule
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BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
Live updates: US voters head to the polls in first general election since Trump's return to power
One year after Donald Trump retook the presidency, 2025 Election Day includes closely watched races for New York City mayor, New Jersey governor and California's Proposition 50.
bit.ly
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 AM
BREAKING: Colorado voters approved a ballot measure that would raise state income taxes on higher-earning households to fund free meals for all public school students.
Follow AP for live updates.
Follow AP for live updates.
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The Trump administration removed the 5th National climate assessment, which was congressionally mandated and taxpayer funded, because they deny science. It’s now back online on a non-government website.
Fifth National Climate Assessment
The Fifth National Climate Assessment is the US Government’s preeminent report on climate change impacts, risks, and responses. It is a congressionally mandated interagency effort that provides the…
nca5.climate.us
October 13, 2025 at 1:13 PM
The Trump administration removed the 5th National climate assessment, which was congressionally mandated and taxpayer funded, because they deny science. It’s now back online on a non-government website.
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A new study has concluded that solar power plants are now cost-competitive with diesel for many rural Alaska communities, even if solar is only usable during part of the year. (via Alaska Beacon)
Hybrid solar-diesel power is less expensive than diesel alone in parts of rural Alaska, study shows
Diesel prices in remote areas are so high that it’s cheaper to use solar for part of the year, the analysis found, even with the cost of two power plants.
akpub.io
October 9, 2025 at 11:15 PM
A new study has concluded that solar power plants are now cost-competitive with diesel for many rural Alaska communities, even if solar is only usable during part of the year. (via Alaska Beacon)
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Solar energy is now so cheap it costs as little as €0.023 to produce one unit of power, a new study has found.
Solar power named the world’s cheapest energy source
Solar energy is now so cheap it costs as little as €0.023 to produce one unit of power, a new study has found.
l.euronews.com
October 8, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Solar energy is now so cheap it costs as little as €0.023 to produce one unit of power, a new study has found.
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hi, cis folks in california!
this headline leaves out that newsom has another 5 days to sign these bills into law. if you’d like to tell him he should do that to protect trans californians, you should to reach out.
he also has a phone: (916) 445-2841
want to know what to say? next post! 🧵
this headline leaves out that newsom has another 5 days to sign these bills into law. if you’d like to tell him he should do that to protect trans californians, you should to reach out.
he also has a phone: (916) 445-2841
want to know what to say? next post! 🧵
October 7, 2025 at 8:28 PM
hi, cis folks in california!
this headline leaves out that newsom has another 5 days to sign these bills into law. if you’d like to tell him he should do that to protect trans californians, you should to reach out.
he also has a phone: (916) 445-2841
want to know what to say? next post! 🧵
this headline leaves out that newsom has another 5 days to sign these bills into law. if you’d like to tell him he should do that to protect trans californians, you should to reach out.
he also has a phone: (916) 445-2841
want to know what to say? next post! 🧵
Powerful!
Dr. Jane Goodall filmed an interview with Netflix in March 2025 that she understood would only be released after her death.
October 5, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Powerful!
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The influence of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program really cannot be overstated. The fact that there is still no solicitation for this year is unfair to students and risks damaging the future of American science. Please take 30 seconds to sign the open letter to US STEM Leadership 🧪🌎
Please share with anyone who cares about NSF support for graduate students and take 30 seconds to sign and leave a comment.
The deadline for the 2025 Graduate Research Fellowship Program is about one month away and literally no one can apply. #NSFGRFP
jasonjwilliamsny.github.io/grfp2025/
The deadline for the 2025 Graduate Research Fellowship Program is about one month away and literally no one can apply. #NSFGRFP
jasonjwilliamsny.github.io/grfp2025/
An Open Letter to U.S. STEM Leadership on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
An Open Letter to U.S. STEM Leadership on the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
jasonjwilliamsny.github.io
September 26, 2025 at 12:14 AM
The influence of the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program really cannot be overstated. The fact that there is still no solicitation for this year is unfair to students and risks damaging the future of American science. Please take 30 seconds to sign the open letter to US STEM Leadership 🧪🌎
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Proposal to Scrap Roadless Rule Draws Public Outcry
At least half a million say 'No' in initial round of public comment
earthjustice.org/press/2025/p...
At least half a million say 'No' in initial round of public comment
earthjustice.org/press/2025/p...
Proposal to Scrap Roadless Rule Draws Public Outcry
At least half a million say 'No' in initial round of public comment
earthjustice.org
September 23, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Proposal to Scrap Roadless Rule Draws Public Outcry
At least half a million say 'No' in initial round of public comment
earthjustice.org/press/2025/p...
At least half a million say 'No' in initial round of public comment
earthjustice.org/press/2025/p...
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🚨 NEW: Climate change is already causing 30,000 deaths per year - a global annual economic loss of $100-350B USD - but the true damage is probably 10x higher. Out TODAY in Nature Climate Change: the first systematic look at the science of "health impact attribution" 🔓 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
September 17, 2025 at 11:57 AM
🚨 NEW: Climate change is already causing 30,000 deaths per year - a global annual economic loss of $100-350B USD - but the true damage is probably 10x higher. Out TODAY in Nature Climate Change: the first systematic look at the science of "health impact attribution" 🔓 www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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Today, the UN officially designated Israel’s assault on Gaza as a genocide.
As a party to the Genocide Convention, the U.S. has a legal obligation to obey our own laws, stop weapons sales to Israel, and demand a permanent ceasefire.
End the genocide. Ceasefire now.
As a party to the Genocide Convention, the U.S. has a legal obligation to obey our own laws, stop weapons sales to Israel, and demand a permanent ceasefire.
End the genocide. Ceasefire now.
September 16, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Today, the UN officially designated Israel’s assault on Gaza as a genocide.
As a party to the Genocide Convention, the U.S. has a legal obligation to obey our own laws, stop weapons sales to Israel, and demand a permanent ceasefire.
End the genocide. Ceasefire now.
As a party to the Genocide Convention, the U.S. has a legal obligation to obey our own laws, stop weapons sales to Israel, and demand a permanent ceasefire.
End the genocide. Ceasefire now.
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“This is information that the taxpayers have already paid for,” said @relindsey.bsky.social. “This administration is trying to hide it and take it away from us. It’s an abuse of government. It’s a waste of resources. People should be indignant.”
Meet @climate.us:
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Meet @climate.us:
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Scientists breathe new life into climate website after shutdown under Trump
Climate.gov, which went dark this summer, set to be revived by volunteers as climate.us with expanded mission
www.theguardian.com
August 30, 2025 at 6:13 PM
“This is information that the taxpayers have already paid for,” said @relindsey.bsky.social. “This administration is trying to hide it and take it away from us. It’s an abuse of government. It’s a waste of resources. People should be indignant.”
Meet @climate.us:
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Meet @climate.us:
www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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New Mexico is overriding the federal government on the topic of COVID19 vaccines to ensure their residents can access them.
States hold a tremendous amount of public health power. They should use it.
States hold a tremendous amount of public health power. They should use it.
State steps in to ensure access to COVID-19 vaccine
Public health order counters potential limitations set by the USFDA
www.koat.com
August 31, 2025 at 2:53 AM
New Mexico is overriding the federal government on the topic of COVID19 vaccines to ensure their residents can access them.
States hold a tremendous amount of public health power. They should use it.
States hold a tremendous amount of public health power. They should use it.
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This is profoundly bad. The data generated by NASA feeds research in many, MANY disciplines. I, for instance, am a historian, and my dissertation (now book project) uses satellite imagery as a major source for exploring the historical relationship between people and the environment.
NASA’s acting chief calls for the end of Earth science at the space agency arstechnica.com/space/2025/0...
NASA’s acting chief calls for the end of Earth science at the space agency
NASA’s charter clearly states the agency should study planet Earth, however.
arstechnica.com
August 16, 2025 at 4:37 PM
This is profoundly bad. The data generated by NASA feeds research in many, MANY disciplines. I, for instance, am a historian, and my dissertation (now book project) uses satellite imagery as a major source for exploring the historical relationship between people and the environment.
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Studying the Earth is literally in the authorizing charter of NASA and always been part of their mission…
arstechnica.com/space/2025/0...
arstechnica.com/space/2025/0...
NASA’s acting chief calls for the end of Earth science at the space agency
NASA’s charter clearly states the agency should study planet Earth, however.
arstechnica.com
August 16, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Studying the Earth is literally in the authorizing charter of NASA and always been part of their mission…
arstechnica.com/space/2025/0...
arstechnica.com/space/2025/0...
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▶️ UPDATE: The 2024 #BulletinAMS State of the Climate Assessment is now available! Check out the highlights in our press release: bit.ly/45tFO0g
#StateoftheClimate #StateoftheClimate2024
#StateoftheClimate #StateoftheClimate2024
August 14, 2025 at 1:30 PM
▶️ UPDATE: The 2024 #BulletinAMS State of the Climate Assessment is now available! Check out the highlights in our press release: bit.ly/45tFO0g
#StateoftheClimate #StateoftheClimate2024
#StateoftheClimate #StateoftheClimate2024
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Volunteers are taking pics of signs at national parks that tell the full story of American history. In an organized campaign they are capturing displays on the brutality of slavery, imprisonment of Native Americans, rising sea levels and other hard truths that Trump wants to erase.
August 8, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Volunteers are taking pics of signs at national parks that tell the full story of American history. In an organized campaign they are capturing displays on the brutality of slavery, imprisonment of Native Americans, rising sea levels and other hard truths that Trump wants to erase.
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Good morning with good news: Solar and wind globally generated a record 471 TWh in May 2025 or 19.3% of the world's electricity!
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
August 4, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Good morning with good news: Solar and wind globally generated a record 471 TWh in May 2025 or 19.3% of the world's electricity!
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
Global S&W Generation in May
2025 471 TWh
2024 400 TWh
2023 360 TWh
2022 311 TWh
2021 267 TWh
2020 214 TWh
2019 188 TWh
It skyrocketed 154% since 2019. Wow!
#energysky
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If you think I've forgotten about the hurricane satellites, think again. The Navy is permanently unplugging them this week, on the brink of the busiest stretch of the season. There's so much more to this story, and I have the latest scoop. ⬇️
Navy Set to Unplug Critical Hurricane Satellites this Week
Abrupt termination of satellite data by U.S. Department of Defense sends forecasters scrambling for a fix on the brink of the busiest stretch of the hurricane season
michaelrlowry.substack.com
July 28, 2025 at 10:57 PM
If you think I've forgotten about the hurricane satellites, think again. The Navy is permanently unplugging them this week, on the brink of the busiest stretch of the season. There's so much more to this story, and I have the latest scoop. ⬇️
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The UN’s top court says countries that fail to act on climate change could be violating international law—and nations harmed by its impacts may be owed reparations. A turning point for global climate justice. apnews.com/article/un-c...
UN's top court says failing to protect planet from climate change could violate international law
The United Nations’ top court in a landmark advisory opinion says countries could be in violation of international law if they fail to take measures to protect the planet from climate change, and nati...
apnews.com
July 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM
The UN’s top court says countries that fail to act on climate change could be violating international law—and nations harmed by its impacts may be owed reparations. A turning point for global climate justice. apnews.com/article/un-c...
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The United Nations’ highest court issued a legal opinion stating that nations are obligated to take action against climate change, warning that neglecting this responsibility could breach international law.
July 23, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The United Nations’ highest court issued a legal opinion stating that nations are obligated to take action against climate change, warning that neglecting this responsibility could breach international law.