Climate Change Solutions Update

Category: FALO & Nature-Based Carbon Removal

Cut Emissions & Remove Carbon:
– Shift Agriculture Practices
– Protect & Manage Ecosystems
– Biomass Carbon Removal & Storage

  • Al Gore on 20 Years of Progress and the Work Ahead

    Climate solutions experts are focusing on initiatives like the Speed & Scale Action Plan and Global Week of Action to shape the world in the next 20 years, with a key strategy being the transition to electric vehicles. Ferrari's unveiling of the Luce, wind and solar energy outpacing natural gas, and China's pledge to buy deforestation-free beef all point towards the potential for renewables and sustainable practices. The Niño weather pattern strengthening, Denver's move to reduce carbon emissions, and Microsoft's commitment to carbon removals highlight the urgent need for climate action. Investment in renewable energy financing is expected to increase, while challenges remain in scaling climate-friendly alternatives and achieving energy independence.

    https://speedandscale.com/newsletter/al-gore-on-20-years-of-progress-and-the-work-ahead/

  • Fighting Fire With Fire

    Land managers in Australia's Northern Territory have successfully reduced high-intensity fires and emissions by shifting fire activity to early in the season through prescribed burning. Indigenous land management practices combined with modern technologies have enabled large-scale landscape management programs, as observed by NASA satellites showing a decrease in destructive fires and emissions. A study by Russell-Smith et al. emphasizes the importance of incentivizing savanna fire management for emissions reduction, biodiversity conservation, and community livelihood outcomes. Implementing effective fire management strategies in savannas can have multiple positive impacts on the environment and society, highlighting the potential for climate solutions in managing wildfires.

    https://science.nasa.gov/earth/earth-observatory/fighting-fire-with-fire/

  • What to expect from the Bonn climate talks

    The annual June climate talks in Bonn are crucial this year due to the oil and gas supply crisis, deadly heatwaves, and global economic and political instability caused by fossil fuel dependency. Key goals of the negotiations include supporting a just transition away from fossil fuels, funding adaptation to climate impacts, and demonstrating a shift towards climate action and clean energy on a global scale. The upcoming COP31 in Bonn will focus on key climate priorities such as a just transition mechanism away from fossil fuels, funding for adaptation to climate impacts, and shifting global finance flows to support a low-carbon world. Additionally, efforts are being made to accelerate the implementation of emissions-cutting and adaptation plans through initiatives like the Belém Mission to 1.5 and Global Implementation Accelerator. Brazil is also working on a roadmap to implement climate solutions, including phasing out fossil fuels and ending deforestation by 2030, with the establishment of a new rainforest fund to support these efforts.

    https://www.climatechangenews.com/2026/06/04/what-to-expect-from-the-bonn-climate-talks/

  • A Giant Solar Power Plant In Texas Is Getting A New Neighbor

    Texas, particularly Swisher County, is leading the way in renewable energy with the expansion of solar power plants to offset the negative impact of federal energy policy shifts on the wind industry. The upcoming 201-megawatt Nazareth array in Swisher County will further contribute to its success in renewable energy. Organizations like Texas Solar Shepherds are promoting solar grazing with sheep to reduce maintenance costs and support local economies, while also optimizing racking systems for cattle grazing in solar fields. The article highlights the opportunity to combine clean power with food systems through solar power plants, such as the Hornet solar power plant, as a solution to farmland loss due to rural development.

    https://cleantechnica.com/2026/06/02/texas-solar-power-vesper-energy-sustainable/

  • Funding Carbon Removal Beyond Deployment

    Transformative investment in carbon removal interventions is essential for addressing challenges related to community trust, tangible value, and long-term alignment. This approach supports community relationships, value creation, stewardship, and durability, aiming to ensure the success of carbon removal projects. By focusing on restorative capital strategies, community engagement, and equitable governance, transformative investment seeks to regenerate resources, create local wealth, and strengthen social, economic, and ecological systems alongside carbon removal efforts. This approach not only addresses barriers to deployment, such as delays and opposition but also enhances public legitimacy and long-term durability of interventions. Ultimately, transformative investment is becoming a core indicator of intervention design for sustainable and effective climate solutions.

    https://carbon180.org/blog/funding-carbon-removal-beyond-deployment/

  • Agricultural subsidies can be repurposed for a just and sustainable rural transition

    Orhan Solak, deputy director of Türkiye's Directorate of Climate Change, emphasizes the need to repurpose agricultural subsidies to support a just rural transition and achieve climate goals. There is a call for stronger consensus and rapid implementation of sustainable practices in agriculture to address current challenges, aligning agricultural transformation with environmental integrity and social equity. The importance of supporting sustainable and climate-resilient agricultural systems through targeted investments, capacity-building, and innovation is highlighted, with a focus on inclusive rural development and intergenerational equity. Countries are recognizing the need for climate action to not come at the cost of food security, livelihoods, and equality, with examples of redirecting farm subsidies towards more climate-positive practices for long-term resilience. The Bonn Climate Conference is set to discuss a Just Transition Mechanism for a fair transition to a climate-neutral economy, placing agrifood systems and rural communities at the heart of the climate agenda, with COP31 Presidency priorities in Turkey expected to prioritize climate equity and inclusive action for climate justice.

    https://www.climatechangenews.com/2026/06/01/agricultural-subsidies-can-be-repurposed-for-a-just-and-sustainable-rural-transition/

  • Beyond Washington: Nine examples of local governments taking climate action

    State and city governments across the United States are taking bold climate action, leading the way in renewable energy expansion, ecosystem protection, and regenerative agriculture promotion as federal leadership falters. California and Vermont have set ambitious goals for renewable energy sourcing, while Chicago is transitioning to clean energy and carbon neutrality by 2050. States like Oregon and Massachusetts are implementing innovative conservation and food waste reduction policies, aligning with the One Earth Solutions Framework to combat climate change. These local efforts demonstrate the tangible results of determined action and serve as a blueprint for national and global climate solutions, emphasizing the importance of starting meaningful change at the local level.

    https://www.oneearth.org/nine-examples-of-local-governments-taking-climate-action/

  • Encoding Resilience: A vision for climate action

    The Techonomy Climate Conference emphasized the importance of integrating nature into climate change strategies, highlighting the One Earth Solutions Framework and Climate Model as tools for sustainable solutions. The framework focuses on renewable energy, nature conservation, and regenerative agriculture, supported by global climate science. The need for strategic thinking, education, and holistic approaches in developing climate tech solutions was discussed, along with the importance of protecting natural areas with deep biodiversity. Embracing Indigenous knowledge, community-led solutions, and grassroots efforts are key to achieving sustainable outcomes and addressing climate change effectively.

    https://www.oneearth.org/techonomy-climate-encoding-resilience-2024/

  • Introducing the demand triangle

    To effectively address climate change, cutting emissions and actively removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere are necessary. The US has made progress in this area, but challenges remain, including a small and concentrated market for carbon removal. A three-part policy framework called the "Demand Triangle" is proposed to address these challenges, including public procurement, shifting costs to industrial emitters, and leveling the playing field with trade policy. This framework aims to support the growth of a successful carbon removal industry while limiting consumer exposure to price increases, ultimately leading to the US leading a global carbon removal industry worth up to $1 trillion by 2050. The section discusses the importance of finding solutions that benefit the climate, industry, and communities most affected by climate change, emphasizing the need for action to address the consequences of inaction.

    https://carbon180.org/blog/introducing-the-demand-triangle/

  • New Mexico jump-starts massive tree planting after wildfires

    New Mexico is launching a large-scale reforestation initiative to address wildfire damage, with a goal of producing 5 million seedlings annually by 2030. The state plans to plant 390 million trees across 1.5 million acres affected by fires, as climate change exacerbates wildfires in arid Western states like New Mexico. The urgency of these efforts is heightened by the federal government's decreased involvement in fire mitigation and disaster recovery. Reforestation is seen as a crucial climate solution to combat the increasing threat of wildfires in the region.

    https://www.eenews.net/articles/new-mexico-jump-starts-massive-tree-planting-after-wildfires/