Clean Energy, Coral Discovery, and Coyotes' Resilience! (OLAM BASHAVUA 1.22) - November 20, 2024
MICHIGAN POWERS UP: CLEAN ENERGY INVESTMENTS SPARK JOBS AND GROWTH
Michigan is making strides in clean energy manufacturing, with major investments from companies in solar, electric vehicles, and battery production. This growth not only positions the state as a leader in the clean energy transition but also supports job creation and economic revitalization. (Canary Media)
Energy in the Torah: In this article, the author discusses what we can learn from the Jewish tradition about how to use energy responsibly (Torah Article)
GrowTorah Value: 🌎 Stewarding the Earth 🌎
UK'S HISTORIC EMISSIONS CUT PLAN SHINES AT COP29
At COP29, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer committed to cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 81% by 2035, positioning the UK as a leader in global climate action. This bold target is backed by plans to reduce fossil fuel dependency and invest in green technologies, inspiring other nations to follow suit. (EcoWatch)
Responsible Resource Use in the Torah: This article discusses the importance of sustainable resource use through the lens of Torah teachings, particularly emphasizing the concept of bal tashchit (the prohibition of waste). This principle aligns with this story, which is a bold move toward global sustainability. Both the Torah’s ethical guidelines and the UK's climate action plan highlight the shared responsibility to wisely manage resources and protect the earth for future generations.
GrowTorah Value: ⚖️ Tzedaka ⚖️
COYOTES FLOURISH AGAINST THE ODDS: A TESTIMONY TO RESILIENCE
Coyotes are proving their remarkable adaptability, thriving in urban and rural environments despite human pressures and natural predators. Their ability to adjust to new challenges highlights their resilience, offering hope for wildlife coexisting with humans. (EcoWatch)
Biodiversity in the Torah: In this article, the author explores the value of the continuity of species (from plants, to animals, to insects) in Jewish texts and traditions, including and beyond halachic imperatives.
GrowTorah Value: 🦋 Compassion for Creatures 🦋
OCEAN’S HIDDEN MARVEL: LARGEST CORAL EVER FOUND
Scientists have discovered a centuries-old coral in the Pacific, spanning 183 meters, now the world's largest known coral. Thriving with vibrant marine life, including fish, crabs, and shrimp, this incredible find highlights the need to safeguard ocean treasures from environmental and human pressures. (The Guardian)
Oceanic Awe in the Torah: This chapter in Tehillim reminds us to praise Hashem for the incredible wonder of seas and its creatures. (Torah Source)
GrowTorah Value: ✡️ Incubating Emunah ✡️
