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Beyond Four Walls: Bringing Nature into the Classroom

The value of bringing nature inside is immeasurable. From hatching salmon to measuring air pollution, this webinar will explore engaging ways diverse learners of all ages can learn about issues and solutions in environmental health without leaving the classroom.

You’ll learn:

The benefits of environmental education, including hands-on opportunities for early career exploration
Assessment techniques to collect meaningful information about how to adapt future lesson plans
Tips on planning and programming from two case studies that have successfully brought nature into the classroom

Presenters:

Alexander Birk, M.S, Director of Education & Outreach, Pacific County Conservation District
Angela Kochan, Teacher, NEO New Vistas High School
Patricia Billette, Sr. Manager, Social Impact, WHC (Moderator)

How To Submit Your WHC Conservation Certification Application

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Join Delainey Williams, Manager of Certification, in this quick, 10-minute video where she will show you step by step how to submit your WHC Conservation Certification application. This video includes checking each project in your program, marking projects complete, excluding a project from scoring, and submitting in your application for review. How to make your payment and project mapping are not part of this video.

Beyond Target 15

Aligning Corporate Nature Actions to the Global Biodiversity Framework
Sponsored by Cemex

Biodiversity loss continues to pose a significant threat to ecosystems and human well-being. To address this global biodiversity crisis, the Global Diversity Framework (GBF) lists 23 targets to achieve by 2030. Following the initial announcement back in 2022, Target 15 was isolated, becoming the primary focus for corporate companies. While important, promoting and highlighting initiatives beyond Target 15 is necessary to push us forward.

Because we understand corporate conservation’s long-term positive impact on biodiversity, communities, habitats, species, and company morale, WHC is committed to investing in all conservation efforts. Over the years, WHC-certified sites have made significant strides in facilitating nature-positive actions that align with GBF targets. Learn more about these efforts in the case studies featured in this latest white paper.

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Biodiversity, Climate Change and Industry: Understanding and Assessing the Intersections

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The world is facing a dual crisis of biodiversity loss and climate change — two largescale risks with interconnected drivers and impacts. To better understand the intersections between biodiversity and climate change, and to implement solutions that will address both issues, the U.S. Geological Survey is developing a Biodiversity and Climate Change Assessment (BCCA).

During this invite-only webinar, members of the BCCA Guidance Committee and authors will discuss the role of industry in this assessment, including how the BCCA can support economic decision-making to address biodiversity loss. In addition to learning about the status of the BCCA, attendees can also offer feedback on the considerations of their specific industries to address the biodiversity and climate change issues identified in the BCCA.

What you’ll learn:

Background information on the creation and status of the BCCA
The connections between biodiversity and climate change and the solutions that work to address both concerns
The role that industry can play in supporting and utilizing the BCCA

Who should take this webinar:

Industry professionals working on biodiversity and/or climate change mitigation efforts

Presenters:

Leah Gerber, Founding Director & Professor, Center for Biodiversity Outcomes, Arizona State University
Alex Ireland, President & CEO, New Jersey Audubon
Margaret O’Gorman, President, WHC
Robert Campbell, Director of Consulting, WHC (Moderator)

Go “Batty” for Bat Week: Everything You Need to Host an Amazing Bat Event

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Each year, Bat Week is observed October 24-31 worldwide — it’s a time to celebrate the incredibly important role that bats play in our ecosystems, economies and cultures. Hosting an event during Bat Week is an excellent opportunity to educate and engage the community on bats, whether that’s through a large bat festival or a small classroom activity. However, the prospect of developing and implementing a new event can be daunting — that’s where this webinar comes in!

Representatives from Bat Week, an international coalition of federal and private sector partners working towards awareness of bats, will share the existing resources that can help you get your event started. From ready-made trunks of educational materials to step-by-step guides for planning various bat-themed events, you’ll hear about the new and exciting resources Bat Week has to offer, as well as tips and tricks for hosting a successful bat event!

What you’ll learn:

The history of Bat Week and the importance of this observance
What resources exist to aid in the creation of a new Bat Week event
How Bat Week events can support WHC Certification

Who should take this webinar:

Corporate conservation projects focused on bats that want to expand their efforts
Educators interested in finding new ways to teach about bats
Bat enthusiasts looking for resources on how to start a new Bat Week event

Presenters:

Susan Chappel, Park Ranger, Arizona State Parks and Trails
Raquel Lugo, National Cave and Karst Research Institute
Thelma Redick, Co-Chair, Bat Week
Melissa Scheiber, Senior Manager, Events, WHC
Kim Winter, Director of Conservation Education, USDA Forest Service

Putting the Pieces Together: Complementary Conservation Projects

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You’ve developed a conservation project on your corporate land focusing on a discrete habitat type, wildlife species or educational effort. Now that this project is fully functional, it’s time to start thinking about ways to enhance it with features already on your site – for example, are there reptiles living in your wetland that need basking logs? Are nearby schools in need of a field trip location?

In this webinar, WHC staff will share how you can complement existing conservation projects with easy add-ons, from building nests to teaching students about wildlife monitoring. Staff will discuss how these efforts can integrate seamlessly into projects already existing on-site, as well as how to receive credit through WHC Certification for these complementary projects.

What you’ll learn:

How to expand on existing conservation project with easy add-ons
Ways to enhance conservation efforts within habitat, species and education projects
How WHC Certification recognizes voluntary corporate conservation efforts

Who should take this webinar:

Conservation teams interested in having a greater impact on the species, habitats and communities in their area
Project teams that have already achieved WHC Certification looking to initiate new projects that complement their current efforts

Presenters:

Doreen Tadde, Senior Consultant, WHC
Delainey Williams, Manager, Conservation Certification, WHC

Putting Technology to Work for Your Program

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Developing and maintaining a corporate conservation program takes time and effort — but thankfully, innovations in technology are making the successful deployment of conservation efforts easier than ever. From drone imagery to artificial intelligence, these emerging tech resources are perfectly suited for busy conservationists. By simplifying monitoring efforts and maximizing time, new technological advancements can support corporate conservation programs while also encouraging community and employee involvement.

In this free webinar, representatives from Galago, Chronolog and Terra will discuss their cutting-edge technological tools that corporate conservation programs can easily implement to monitor and evaluate changes in landscapes, wildlife and more. Learn how these solutions, including machine learning tools, photo monitoring aggregation and acoustic monitoring and tracking, can help evaluate changes in habitats and species while contributing valuable data to larger initiatives.

What you’ll learn:

How remote sensing and artificial intelligence platforms can support habitat enhancement efforts
How to streamline photo monitoring and community or employee involvement in citizen science initiatives
How acoustic monitoring and identification can support site-level conservation projects as well as larger wildlife tracking initiatives

Who should take this webinar:

Corporate conservation programs looking to simplify monitoring efforts through the use of technology
Community organizations interested in engaging residents in citizen science initiatives
Anyone who wants to learn more about the applications of innovative technology in conservation efforts

Presenters:

Brittni Engels, Senior Consultant, Galago Market Development
Jake Rose, Co-Founder, Chronolog
Scott Whittle, Co-Founder/Project Lead, Terra

Protecting Earth’s Most Valuable Resources

Conservation Activities to Benefit Water and Air Quality
Sponsored by General Motors

Water and air are the earth’s most valuable resources. No ecosystem or human community could exist without access to clean air and water, making the protection of these resources a paramount concern. Unfortunately, decades of industry and development have had negative effects on the quality of the earth’s air and water.

The case studies featured in this white paper illustrate the role of habitat-specific projects in water and air quality improvement.

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Forestry on a Smaller Scale: Your Guide to Planting Microforests

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Microforestry, or the practice of densely planting local species to accelerate forest development, is growing in popularity. The benefits of microforests range from wildlife habitat to reduced temperatures to improved mental health, and they require little to no maintenance once established. Microforests’ suitability for various sizes and types of lands — including small sites and urban locations — make this nature-based solution an ideal option for corporate landowners.

In this webinar, hear how WHC member WM became a pioneer in corporate microforest planting. WM team members will share the challenges, successes and lessons learned from their microforestry work, from the importance of working with a knowledgeable partner to the initial maintenance required.

What you’ll learn:

The benefits of microforests
Tips for planning, implementing and maintaining a corporate microforest
How to gain third-party recognition for a microforest via WHC Certification

Who should take this webinar:

Corporate conservation programs interested in developing a new microforest
Existing microforestry sites looking for further support and information
Anyone who wants to learn more about this innovative solution

Presenters:

Chris Elder, Project Manager, WM
Aycan Kaptaner, Community & Government Relations Manager, WM
Joey Mendolia, Consultant, WHC
Zeke Werden, District Manager, WM

Getting Started with WHC Certification: Setting Your Program Up for Success

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You’ve planned, implemented and monitored your corporate conservation project — and now it’s time to submit it for recognition. This webinar will walk participants through the basics of applying for WHC Certification, including how to use the website and the timeline of the application and renewal process. WHC staff will also discuss the requirements for projects to qualify and will share tips for building an excellent application to help your corporate conservation program receive recognition!

What you’ll learn:

The structure of WHC Certification
How to determine project types
The base requirements for projects to be eligible for certification
The application and renewal process
Tips for using the Certification website

Who should take this webinar:

First-time applicants
Applicants who need a refresher on the website and application process
Anyone new to WHC Certification and/or the application process

Presenters:

Hannah Tailor, Senior Manager, Certification
Delainey Williams, Manager, Certification

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