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Oregon Raises Hotel Tax to Protect 321 At-Risk Species
Planet Wins2h ago

Oregon Raises Hotel Tax to Protect 321 At-Risk Species

Oregon just became the first state to fund wildlife conservation through tourism instead of hunting licenses. The innovative approach will pump $37 million annually into protecting everything from blue whales to songbirds.

Google: species saved endangered3 min read
Colombia Protects 47% of Ocean, Beating Global Goal by 17%
Planet WinsApr 28

Colombia Protects 47% of Ocean, Beating Global Goal by 17%

While most nations struggle to meet the 30% conservation pledge, Colombia has already protected nearly half of its ocean waters and a quarter of its land. The biodiverse nation is showing the world how bold action and innovative funding can turn environmental promises into reality.

Google News - Colombia Progress3 min read
Colombia Protects 47% of Ocean, Shows How to Hit 30x30 Goal
Planet WinsApr 27

Colombia Protects 47% of Ocean, Shows How to Hit 30x30 Goal

While most countries lag behind on protecting nature, Colombia has already conserved nearly half its ocean and a quarter of its land. The country's innovative funding model is becoming a blueprint for saving biodiversity worldwide.

Mongabay3 min read
South African Shelter Seeks 'Account Adopters' to Stay Open
Acts of KindnessMar 8

South African Shelter Seeks 'Account Adopters' to Stay Open

A domestic violence shelter in South Africa that's saved lives for 36 years needs businesses to adopt its monthly bills to keep helping women and children escape abuse. The innovative funding model asks donors to cover specific costs like electricity or water rather than one-time donations.

Daily Maverick3 min read
U.S. Clean Energy Investment Hits $120B Record in 2025
Planet WinsMar 2

U.S. Clean Energy Investment Hits $120B Record in 2025

American clean energy projects attracted a record $120 billion in financing last year, showing the renewable revolution is charging ahead despite political uncertainty. Storage batteries, tax credits, and innovative funding structures powered the 6% surge.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder Helps Fund 3 FDA-Approved Cures
SolutionsFeb 15

Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder Helps Fund 3 FDA-Approved Cures

A rare disease nonprofit co-founded by Pearl Jam's Eddie Vedder is revolutionizing medical research by acting like a venture capital firm, turning every dollar into multiple cures. Their innovative funding model has already contributed to three FDA-approved treatments for a devastating skin disease that once had no hope.

Google News - Disease Cure3 min read