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Life on a Sustainable Planet

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How to Look Ahead With Hope for Our Planet in 2022 and Beyond

2021 was another trying year for Earth and its inhabitants. The pandemic has lingered on, and yet again, there were disappointing climate responses from global powers. But there's still reason to be hopeful as we look ahead to the new year.

Cat Kutz | December 31, 2021

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Swift Fox, Robot Fish, Mycelium Maps, and More in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | December 17, 2021

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Climate-Conscious Cooking and a Mission for Manatees in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | December 10, 2021

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Elephant Crossings and Wildlife Comedy in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | December 3, 2021
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Leftovers and Turkey Takeovers in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | November 26, 2021
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Bandicoots, Jaguars, and Half-Earth in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | November 19, 2021
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Captive Breeding, Sea Lion Coexistence, and Climate Hope in This Week's Earth Optimism

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth.

Cat Kutz | November 12, 2021
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The Long Ride to COP26

Meet the teen who chose to take the long and most eco-friendly road to the 26th UN Climate Conference.

Cat Kutz | November 12, 2021
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Youth Activists, David Attenborough, and What's Next at COP26 in This Week's Earth Optimism: Climate Edition

These stories celebrate success, uncover a spark of hope, share a new idea, or might just make you feel good about Planet Earth – this week with a focus on COP26.

Cat Kutz | November 5, 2021
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