New NPG Forum Paper Connects Overpopulation with the Endangered Species Act
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- January 25, 2022
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New Paper Urges Critical Action to Lower Extinction Rates of Endangered Species
New Paper Urges Critical Action to Lower Extinction Rates of Endangered Species
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I know many people who care deeply about wildlife. Thanks to their efforts, the Bald Eagle, the Peregrine Falcon, the Trumpeter Swan, the Brown Pelican and others have made impressive recoveries, but not without a lot of effort and expenditure. Their future is not secure, and the rates of extinctions are accelerating at a rapid pace.
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A new report approving the study of ocean-based carbon dioxide removal strategies was published. As first reported by Columbia Climate School: The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine believes the United States should take on this sizable research program to investigate how oceans can be utilized to reduce carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
The Washington Post recently reported on an October survey by Pew Research Center which asked non-parents whether they were likely to have children in the future and also asked those with children about the likelihood that they will have additional children in the future. In total, 3,866 men and women participated in this survey.
As we already know – population concerns loom over many countries. A quick bird’s eye view (i.e., a google search) of countries battling unsustainable population growth would illuminate even the most unenlightened among us. India, rich with history and beauty, is second only to China as the most populous country. In fact, India is projected to surpass China as the world’s most populous nation by as early as 2027.
In the west, water scarcity combined with weather conditions and population growth has pushed local leaders to work within their scope to support their communities. One example, seen locally in five of the nation’s fastest-growing states, is the prohibition of new development. An article published by PEW, titled Drought-Stricken Western Towns Say No to Developers, details the actions of various leaders in each state. Below are the highlighted quotes from officials in each state sharing statements on water conservation.