The NHSJ is a non-profit organization, with the objective of studying the natural history of Jamaica, with special reference to its flora and fauna.
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The WMOβs #StateOfClimate in Asia 2024 report warns that the region is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, driving more extreme weather and posing serious threats to lives, ecosystems, and economies.
Full report: bit.ly/3G4PJk4
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2024 was likely the first calendar year to be more than 1.5Β°C above the pre-industrial era.
Find out more in the global #StateOfClimate report, available now:
bit.ly/3RhqxsD
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The Natural History Society Of Jamaica π―π² retweeted
1.2 billion people are now exposed to degraded land.
Soil underpins all life on land. Yet, we are losing it at alarming rates and at alarming costs.
This #DesertificationAndDroughtDay, here's why land degradation and drought matter, and what we're doing: go.undp.org/JUG
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The Natural History Society Of Jamaica π―π² retweeted
From Adaptation to Zero Waste, this ABC guide brings to life the key concepts shaping our cities for people and planet.
Every city has blind spots.
Whatβs yours getting rightβand whatβs it still learning?
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The ocean, our lungs, our food - plastic is everywhere.
It's in more places than we even realize.
Check out these 5οΈβ£ unexpected items that contain plastics and learn more about how to #BeatPlasticPollution: go.undp.org/Jkf
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In 2024, the average global sea level reached its highest point since satellite measurements began in 1993.
Full #StateOfClimate report:
wmo.int/publication-series/sβ¦
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The Natural History Society Of Jamaica π―π² retweeted
βIt is essential to start viewing the greening of our cities as an investment and not as a cost. This will also help unlock green financing for urban forests and trees," @FAO's Simone Borelli tells #AFUF2025
#GreenCities
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Sorry, registration is now closed.
But... watch this space for our next activity.
Deadline to register and complete payment is tomorrow Monday 09 December 2024.
Please use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-bamboo-and-golf-β¦
Do be sure to let us know if you will join the tour of the Hamilton residence.
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Deadline to register and complete payment is tomorrow Monday 09 December 2024.
Please use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-bamboo-and-golf-β¦
Do be sure to let us know if you will join the tour of the Hamilton residence.
Register now for our upcoming trip to the Bamboo Factory as well as the Caymanas Golf Club (in St Catherine) on Saturday 14 December 2024.
Please use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-bamboo-and-golf-β¦
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Register now for our upcoming trip to the Bamboo Factory as well as the Caymanas Golf Club (in St Catherine) on Saturday 14 December 2024.
Please use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-bamboo-and-golf-β¦
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Sorry, registration is now closed.
But... watch this space for our next activity.
Here is a peek at our upcoming trip to the Palisadoes tombolo.
So much to see and learn.
Come and spend the morning with us!
Bring a friend, good vibes... and a bottle or 2 of water.
Use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-visitpalisadoes-β¦
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Here is a peek at our upcoming trip to the Palisadoes tombolo.
So much to see and learn.
Come and spend the morning with us!
Bring a friend, good vibes... and a bottle or 2 of water.
Use the link provided to register.
bit.ly/nhsj-visitpalisadoes-β¦
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REMINDER...
HAPPENING TODAY AT 6:30pm
Register now at bit.ly/nhsj-register-OctWebiβ¦
Topic: Climate Change and Infectious Diseases
Conversation Host: Ms Lori-Ann Harris
As always, we welcome you to share with your wider network.
Here is the registration link for our webinar Climate Change and Infectious Diseases.
Register in advance and then join us on Tuesday 29 October 2023 at 6:30pm.
As always, we welcome you to share with your wider network.
bit.ly/nhsj-register-OctWebiβ¦
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Here is the registration link for our webinar Climate Change and Infectious Diseases.
Register in advance and then join us on Tuesday 29 October 2023 at 6:30pm.
As always, we welcome you to share with your wider network.
bit.ly/nhsj-register-OctWebiβ¦
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The Natural History Society Of Jamaica π―π² retweeted
Please check your water containers including animal water trough for mosquito larvae and Cuban Treefrogs tadpoles. Most of the measures implemented to reduce mosquito breeding sites will also reduce breeding sites for the Cuban Treefrogs. Please share with your networks.
#Roostersworldja
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Members of the #ReggaeHikers and the Natural History Society of Jamaica planted trees at the Milk River Infant School.
We believe that you should not just plant a seeling but do what you can to make it grow in a tree.
#Roostersworldja
#NationalTreePlantingDay
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