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Small Giants: the critical role small tributaries play in trout ecology
OnlineIn this presentation, we studied demography and movement of two Japanese landlocked salmonids (white-spotted charr Salvelinus leucomanie japonicusand red-spotted masu salmon Oncorhynchus masou ishikawae) persisting for > 30 years in a headwater stream network that is highly fragmented due to low-head dams in the mainstem (six impassable infrastructures in a < 500 m segment).
Driving Towards Equity: Innovations in EV Policy, Pricing, and the IRA’s Clean Vehicle Credit
ZoomThe trajectory of electric vehicles has not been a straight line, but adoption is accelerating due to the growing climate crisis, corporate buy-in, and climbing gas prices. Accompanying the growth of the electric vehicle market are conversations about ensuring proper…
Environmental Justice Council Meeting
ZoomThe Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is convening the Environmental Justice Council (EJC) for its next meeting. The primary purpose of this meeting is to make final a set of advisory comments and edits on EEA's draft…
Vernal Pool Plunge Webinar
OnlineJoin the Hilltown Land Trust in learning about the certification process and ecology of vernal pools with naturalist Charely Eiseman. Vernal pools are fragile ecosystems. In order to protect them, Massachusetts has a state certification that restricts certain kinds of…
Stressed Out Soils with Jane Lucas
Join Cary Institute for a science conversation featuring Jane Lucas, an ecologist researching threats facing soils, and how they can be understood and managed in the face of global change. In conversation with Cary President Josh Ginsberg, Lucas will explore…
Organic Landscaping Series: Pesticides and Families
Learn about health and environmental impacts of organic landscaping from local experts! Facilitated by Debbie Smith, attorney, Justice of the Peace, and longtime Watertown resident. For this session, join Sara Evans, PhD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Environmental Medicine and Public Health to…
Ancient Stories, Great Floods, and the Future of Earth’s Climate
ZoomOn June 2 at 7pm, join Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for a virtual Ned Ames Honorary Lecture featuring Ben Strauss, CEO and Chief Scientist at Climate Central. Discover how a 10,000-year-old aboriginal story upended everything climate scientist Ben Strauss…
Science of Forest Carbon
onlineJoin Dr. Alexandra Kosiba, the University of Vermont’s Extension Forester for an online discussion about the science behind forest carbon. Dr. Kosiba serves as a regional educator on forest carbon science and management and is the state lead on the…
Wildlife in a Changing Climate: The Secret Lives of Wild Bees
OnlineYou’ve probably heard “Save The Bees!” but do you know which bees need saving? Over 4,000 species of bees inhabit North America, and most don’t live in hives or make honey. These wild bees come in every size, shape, and…
Webinar: Summer Apps for the Woods
OnlineIt’s summer in the woods, and since so many of us are out there with our phones, let’s explore some of our favorite apps. From mapping to species identification, there are lots of apps available to help you understand and…
Seeds, Sprays, and So Much More: How Neonicotinoid Insecticides are Impacting Birds
OnlineIt's been 10 years since American Bird Conservancy (ABC) published its monumental report: The Impact of the Nation's Most Widely Used Insecticides on Birds which documented impacts from neonicotinoids (aka neonics) on our feathered friends. A decade later, and not…
Electric Vehicles 101
OnlineYou can save money on an EV! Curious about getting an electric vehicle (EV), but not sure where to start? Join Green Energy Consumer Alliance for their popular Electric Vehicles 101 webinar to learn the basics! They'll cover environmental and…
Invasive Worms and What You Need to Know
OnlineJumping worms? Snake worms? Crazy worms? These invasive worms, which go by many names, have spread surprisingly fast in New England in recent years. Find out what they are and why they are a threat to our forests, what they…
Heat Pumps: What, Where, & How Much
OnlineConsidering upgrading your heating system? Green Energy Consumers Alliance is here to answer any questions you might have about heat pumps: a super-efficient heating and cooling option. There are BIG rebates & incentives to install, too. Join their popular and…
“Pesticides and Children’s Health: How Can We Protect Our Community?” — Webinar
OnlineThe Town of Great Barrington's Agricultural Commission and Board of Health will co-host a webinar/talk on “Pesticides and Children’s Health: How Can We Protect Our Community?” The public is invited, and pre-registration is required. Click here to register. DATE: Thursday,…
Restoring Old Growth Characteristics Webinar
OnlineOld-growth forests were once the predominant natural condition across New England and New York before European settlement; however, it is now one of the rarest. Though new old-growth forests cannot be created, there is an opportunity through both passive and…
Seeds, Nuts and Berries
OnlineFall is a great time to take a closer look at all the ways plants ensure their next generation successfully develops and thrives. We will explore the inner workings of seeds, nuts, berries, drupes, and more as we review how…
Conservation 101: How we protect farms, forests, and community land
OnlineEver wondered how conservation actually works? Join Vermont Land Trust for a behind-the-scenes look at how we protect land in Vermont with a panel of experienced VLT staff. They’ll share how we actually go about conserving forests, supporting farms, and…
Heat Pumps with EnergySage
OnlineCaleb Pulliam from EnergySage and Loie Hayes, Energy Efficiency Coordinator at Green Energy Consumers, will present and answer frequently asked questions about heat pumps. You'll get a tour of the EnergySage Heat Pump Marketplace. This webinar will cover: how heat…
Dam Busters 101: Introduction to Dam Removal
OnlineMass Rivers Alliance, along with the Massachusetts Division of Ecological Restoration, and the Charles River Watershed Association, is pleased to present a series of monthly, lunchtime webinars on a variety of dam removal topics. Each free one-hour webinar will feature:…