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Working on behalf of marine critters and healthy oceans as communications officer with Pew U.S. Oceans conservation program. Tweets are my own.

Portland, OR
Joined April 2017
Photo by Ken Olsen (@oceansken)
As Trump targets public lands, Governor Newsom expands free state parks access, announces record conservation progress, and signs legislation protecting California’s coast and wildlife | Governor of California gov.ca.gov/2026/09/29/as-tru…
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What lives miles below the ocean’s surface? We’re still learning the answer. We talked with the filmmakers behind “How Deep Is Your Love” and Pew expert @Allatsea4 on why seabed mining could put ecosystems at risk. Hear more on "After the Fact." pewtrsts.org/4wID7EP
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Good wildlife news! Utah passed two bills that will help: ✅Fund wildlife crossings ✅Reconnect habitats fragmented by roads ✅Consider habitats in future wind & solar developments pewtrsts.org/3NHRpEb
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The story of New Mexico's Greater Chaco shows what long-term conservation can look like. Since 1907, presidents and Congress from across the political spectrum have worked with Tribal leaders to safeguard this vital cultural landscape. #ProtectChaco pewtrsts.org/47wf4Os
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"New Mexico’s commitment reflects its leadership in safeguarding its limited and precious water resources," explains our Patrick Lane. Investing in New Mexico's rivers is a win-win for the environment and communities. pewtrsts.org/40wyXkF
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Peatlands Are Central to Minnesota’s Climate Strategy —The Time to Act Is Now pewtrsts.org/46JTENy via @pewtrusts
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“Research has found that one wildlife crossing can prevent about 1,400 accidents over accidents over a 70-year lifespan, which translates into billions of dollars in savings” pewtrsts.org/4k2RTQO via @pewtrusts
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40 Tribes agree: Protecting Central Alaska’s public lands is essential to preserving the region’s Tribal way of life, history, and wildlife. A recent Congressional decision puts 40 million acres of these lands at risk. pewtrsts.org/3M1xUoE
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Wildlife-vehicle collisions spike 16% the week following a daylight-saving time change. To make roads safer year-round, states can invest in bridges and underpasses for animals, known as wildlife crossings, which can reduce accidents by up to 90%. pewtrsts.org/4os5O4k
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Oregon governor signs order to boost climate resilience of state lands and waters - OPB
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Oregon’s new executive order puts resilience front and center—directing state agencies to work together to protect, manage, and restore lands and waters so they can better withstand wildfires, floods, and other climate impacts. pewtrsts.org/48FyxxH
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