Ocean Protection and Tiger Cubs! (OLAM BASHAVUA 1.25) - December 4, 2024
FUNGAL NETWORKS REVEAL FORESTS’ PROBLEM-SOLVING POWER
New research reveals that fungal networks beneath the soil don't just connect trees—they can solve problems, make decisions, and even adapt to changing conditions, demonstrating the remarkable intelligence and cooperation within forest ecosystems. (EcoWatch)
Awe in the Torah: In this Jewish text, the author elaborates on a statement of awe and wonderment from Tehillim at the brilliance of Hashem’s creations.
GrowTorah Value: ✡️ Incubating Emunah ✡️
CHINA UNVEILS WORLD'S LARGEST FLOATING WIND TURBINE
China has just launched the largest floating offshore wind turbine ever built, with a groundbreaking 16-megawatt capacity. This milestone in renewable energy technology brings the country closer to its goal of carbon neutrality by 2060. (EcoWatch)
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 🌎
FOUR LITTLE STRIPES OF HOPE: RARE SUMATRAN TIGERS BORN IN POLAND
In a thrilling success for conservation, four Sumatran tiger cubs have been born at Poland's Wrocław Zoo, a vital boost for a species with only 400 left in the wild. The Wrocław Zoo emphasizes its ongoing work in protecting Sumatran tigers through conservation programs to combat habitat loss and poaching. (AP News)
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 🦋
NORWAY HALTS DEEP-SEA MINING PLANS, PRIORITIZING OCEAN PROTECTION
Norway has paused its deep-sea mining plans, marking a significant win for the protection of fragile marine ecosystems. This decision acknowledges the pressure from environmental groups, scientists, and international bodies, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the ocean from the impacts of seabed mineral extraction. (The Guardian)
Oceanic Awe in the Torah: This verse from Tehillim is a statement of awe and wonderment at the brilliance of Hashem’s oceanic creations.
GrowTorah Value: ⚖️ Tzedaka ⚖️
