National Parks receive largest grant ever (OLAM BASHAVUA 1.19) - October 2, 2024
National Park Foundation Receives Its Largest Grant Ever
The National Park Foundation received a historic $100 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support conservation, improve visitor experiences, and protect wildlife across over 400 national park units. Key initiatives include coral reef restoration and species recovery, part of a larger $1 billion campaign to safeguard the parks. (EcoWatch)
Preservation in the Torah: In this article, the author discusses lessons we can learn on countering destruction from Parshat Noach.
GrowTorah Value: 🌎 Stewarding the Earth 🌎
States Urge EPA to Regulate PFAS as Hazardous Air Pollutants
A coalition of states has petitioned the EPA to classify PFAS, harmful "forever chemicals" linked to serious health issues, as hazardous air pollutants, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations to prevent contamination of air and water sources.
Water in the Torah: In this article, the author emphasizes the importance of water conservation by highlighting its limited availability, exploring Jewish teachings that advocate for respect and gratitude toward this vital resource, and encouraging mindful usage to ensure sustainability for future generations.
GrowTorah Value: ⚖️ Tzedaka ⚖️
Meet Pesto the Penguin and Moo Deng: The Adorable Duo Taking the Internet by Storm!
Pesto the Penguin, the largest ever hatched at the St. Louis Aquarium at 50 pounds, and Moo Deng, an adorable female pygmy hippo from Thailand, have captured hearts worldwide with their charming antics, providing delightful distractions in our daily lives. (Independent)
Animals in the Torah: In this article, the author explores stories and values in Judaism that implore us to have compassion for G-d's creatures, including and beyond halachic imperatives.
GrowTorah Value: 🦋 Compassion for Creatures 🦋
Wind-Powered Hope: One Million Trees for a Greener Hebrides!
A new initiative in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland aims to plant one million native trees using profits from a community wind farm, promoting biodiversity and offering hope for a greener future in the region (The Guardian)
Trees in the Torah: In this article, the author discusses the significance and symbolism of trees in the Torah as well as Jewish tradition and literature, and how many Jewish sources connect trees with our proper stewardship of the earth.
GrowTorah Value: ✡️ Incubating Emunah ✡️
