Strategies to Back the 30x30 Initiative:
Aiming High: 30% Land Conservation by 2030
Let's dive into the movement that's taking the world by storm - the 30 by 30 initiative. Starting at the top with President Biden, global leaders have joined forces to combat climate change and protect our delicate ecosystems. By preserving 30% of U.S. lands and waters by 2030, we can safeguard the planet for future generations. Here's why the 30 by 30 initiative is a gamechanger.
This ambitious goal, named 'America the Beautiful,' seeks to save our lands from the harsh effects of climate change and deter extinctions. The initiative is based on scientific solutions, focusing on land conservation, which plays a pivotal role in protecting ecosystems and reducing carbon emissions. Earth's biodiversity relies on the unity of all plants, animals, and organisms to sustain life on our planet. The UN Convention on Biological Diversity highlights the crucial importance of 30 by 30 in preserving and restoring the planet's natural beauty.
So, how can you contribute to this project at a grassroots level? AMC offers various tools to support the 30 by 30 initiative.
1. Get familiar with 30 by 30 and its potential to shield our planet against climate change.
To understand the profound impact of 30 by 30, we need to learn the science behind it. The initiative uses science-based strategies to ward off the devastating effects of climate change by preserving the world's rich biodiversity. To better appreciate the importance of 30 by 30, let's delve into the reasons why it works.
2. Recognize the role each community plays and how we can collaborate to reach 30 by 30.
Communities across America bring their unique knowledge and expertise to the 30 by 30 initiative. For example, indigenous communities, who hold 50% of the world's land, have lower deforestation rates and operate with sustainable land practices, offering a model for preserving our region's ecosystems.
3. Support AMC in conserving our lands and waters in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.
AMC's mission perfectly aligns with the 30 by 30 initiative. From climate research to responsible forestry, AMC is dedicated to preserving the vital resources in our region. Here are some ways you can contribute:
- Lobby for LWCF: Advocate for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) to provide funding for conservation projects across the country. In 2020, the tireless efforts of AMC and the LWCF Coalition resulted in the permanent reauthorization of the program, ensuring resources are used effectively.
- Community Science: Sign up for iNaturalist to participate in AMC's scientific research and observe plant and animal life during your hikes.
- Donate: Support AMC's efforts by donating to the Pleasant River Headwaters Forest, which works to capture carbon and enhance habitat.
4. Volunteer with AMC to promote the 30 by 30 initiative.
AMC offers plenty of opportunities to support the 30 by 30 initiative, such as joining a trail volunteer program to build and maintain essential trails or volunteering with your local chapter to talk about the importance of conservation within your community.
5. Join AMC's Conservation Action Network and make your voice heard.
Sign up now to become part of AMC's Conservation Action Network and use their simple forms to contact your local officials, advocating for support of 30 by 30 and other land conservation initiatives like state funding for conservation and the Highlands Conservation Act.
Individual communities play a crucial role in the success of the 30 by 30 initiative. By working together, learning from each other, and engaging in conservation efforts, we can make a tangible difference and ensure a sustainable future for our planet.
1. Engage in the scientific study of climate change and learn how the 30 by 30 initiative uses science-based strategies to combat it, as part of the ongoing process of environmental-science and education-and-self-development.
2. Support the efforts of indigenous communities in climate-change mitigation, as they demonstrate sustainable land practices that contribute to the environmental-science behind the 30 by 30 initiative and highlight their important role in environmental conservation.
