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Spatial Informatics Group—Natural Assets Laboratory

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Spatial Informatics Group-Natural Assets Laboratory leads and facilitates ecosystem science and conservation projects that link environmental, public safety and economic goals.

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🌲 USDA boosts timber production to reduce wildfire risk! Learn more: tinyurl.com/4d4rt6uu #ForestRestoration #WildfireResilience #TimberInnovation #FuelReduction #SustainableForestry #ForestHealth #USDA #WoodUtilization #SIG_NAL #ScienceInAction #ClimateAdaptation #LandscapeResilience

22.05.2025 20:22 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Water - American Forests Forests also act like a filter. They keep water clean by capturing chemicals and soil before they enter waterways.

💧🌳 Urban forests manage stormwater, enhance health, and support Tree Equity. Learn more: www.americanforests.org/what-drives-... #UrbanForestry #WaterResilience #GreenInfrastructure #TreeEquity #SIG_NAL #ScienceInAction #StormwaterSolutions #ArizonaForests #NatureBasedSolutions #UrbanHeatIsland

21.05.2025 19:29 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🗺️ USDA Declares Emergency for 112M Acres at High Wildfire Risk! 🌲🔥 Check our interactive ESRI dashboard for ESD boundaries and wildfire zones: arcg.is/1zTuvD #ForestHealth #WildfireResilience #USDA #EmergencyForestAction #HealthyForests

16.05.2025 22:26 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: How Wildfires Reshape Landscapes Wildfires reshape landscapes, both to the benefit and detriment of impacted areas. After the smoke clears, they can continue to cause hazards like flooding and erosion, while also promoting ecosystem ...

🔥 Wildfires reshape landscapes—destruction and renewal. Learn how SIG-NAL helps manage fire-adapted ecosystems! 🌎 #FireEcology #WildfireResilience #SIG_NAL tinyurl.com/4frd3w6y

15.05.2025 21:46 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Biomass launched to count forest carbon ESA’s groundbreaking Biomass satellite, designed to provide unprecedented insights into the world’s forests and their crucial role in Earth’s carbon cycle, has been launched. The satellite lifted off ...

🛰️🌲 ESA launches Biomass satellite to measure forest carbon! 🌍 Key for climate action. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5du2fu6a #ForestCarbon #RemoteSensing #ESA #BiomassSatellite #CarbonAccounting #ForestMonitoring #NatureBasedSolutions #ScienceInAction #SIG_NAL #EarthObservation

09.05.2025 20:00 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🔬 Meet Tina, our Technical Program Manager at SIG-NAL! She leads the AI Collaborative: Wildfires, tackling environmental challenges with data-driven strategies. When not working, she enjoys climbing, skiing, or reading. We're lucky to have her! #AIForGood #ConservationScience #WomenInSTEM

08.05.2025 21:07 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Tree Equity is helping to combat extreme heat in Phoenix  - American Forests Advancing Tree Equity at a national scale and meeting American Forests’ goals of advancing Tree Equity in at least 100 cities by 2030, forms the basis of our local-to-national program model. Our appro...

🌳 Fighting Extreme Heat with Tree Equity in Phoenix ☀️🌡️ Trees are vital for survival in hot cities. 🌿 Urban trees lower temps, improve air quality, and promote health. Learn more: tinyurl.com/4v2exnz2 #TreeEquity #UrbanForestry #EnvironmentalJustice #HeatResilience #UrbanCanopy #Phoenix

01.05.2025 16:24 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Endangered Steelhead That Survived Palisades Fire Spawn in Santa Barbara County Environmental groups see the spawning of around 100 newly hatched trout in Arroyo Hondo Creek as a critical milestone in efforts to protect and restore Southern California steelhead populations.

🌊 Endangered steelhead trout rescued from Palisades Fire spawn in Santa Barbara! 🐟🔥 Thanks to @CaliforniaDFW, @rcdsmm, @landtrustsbc. 📖 Read more: tinyurl.com/2w4375pj #EcologicalResilience #PostFireRecovery #PalisadesFire #SantaBarbara #EndangeredSpecies #RiverRestoration#ScienceInAction

30.04.2025 19:15 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
California’s Invaders: Piranha The Department of Fish and Wildlife manages California's diverse fish, wildlife, and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend, for their ecological values and for their use and enjoyme...

🐟 Invasive Species Alert: Piranhas! 🐟 They threaten California's ecosystems and increase wildfire risk. Report sightings! 🌊🔥 Learn more: wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation... #InvasiveSpecies #WildfirePrevention #AquaticEcosystems #ProtectCalifornia #PiranhaAlert

25.04.2025 17:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🌳🌧️ The Silver Median Project is underway! Join us on May 6 for community engagement. Together, we’ll transform a median into a GSI site! 🌱🌳 #UrbanForestry #GreenInfrastructure #Sustainability #AlbuquerqueScience #StormwaterSolutions #ClimateResilience #SilverMedianProject #CommunityEngagement #GSI

23.04.2025 20:27 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🌍 Happy Earth Day from SIG-NAL! 🌿 We honor our connection to the Earth and celebrate Indigenous stewardship. A healthier planet starts with collaboration. #EarthDay #ClimateResilience #IndigenousStewardship #SIG_NAL

22.04.2025 17:02 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🌊 Senate Bill 7 is now law in New Mexico! This win for stormwater resilience empowers communities to manage flooding and protect water quality. Congrats to all involved! 👏 #SB7 #WaterResilience #StormwaterManagement #NewMexico

16.04.2025 17:12 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

We proudly announce that SIG-NAL senior scientist Marc Mayes was elected to the Utah Prescribed Fire Advisory Council, thanks to his leadership in remote sensing enhances MRV in fire and forest management. Congrats, Marc! #PrescribedFire #ForestManagement #Utah #WildfireResilience #TREX #MarcMayes

10.04.2025 21:33 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Turning the Tide: A kelp farm run by Shinnecock women is helping to clean the waters off Long Island On Long Island, a group of Shinnecock women are nursing A bay back to health and, in the process, reclaiming traditions.

🌊🌿 Shinnecock women lead kelp farming for climate and community! Learn how they merge traditional knowledge with marine science. Read more: www.nature.org/en-us/magazi... #ClimateResilience #KelpFarming

04.04.2025 19:47 — 👍 6    🔁 3    💬 0    📌 0
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🌧️🌿 Hands-On Climate Resilience: Rainwater Harvesting in Albuquerque. On March 15th, we installed rainwater systems with 20 volunteers to combat climate hazards. This effort enhances soil health, boosts biodiversity, and improves flood resilience. #UrbanResilience #GreenInfrastructure

03.04.2025 21:11 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🔥🛰️ SIG-NAL’s Team KaiGeoCon is a finalist in the 2025 Conservation X Labs Fire Grand Challenge! 🌲 For updates, follow Conservation X Labs! #FireGrandChallenge #WildfireResilience #SIG #TeamKaiGeoCon

02.04.2025 22:08 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Groups Praise Introduction of Pro-Forest Legislation - The Conservation Fund Land Sustains Us

🌲 Support the FCEP Act of 2025 to protect our forests and their benefits for future generations! Learn more: tinyurl.com/27euxwy5 #ForestConservation #SustainableForestry #WildlifeHabitat #ClimateAction #RuralEconomy

20.03.2025 20:55 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Veteran fuels module in Rapid City, SD sets a standard for community assistance | Bureau of Land Management Rapid City is a prime example of the wildland-urban interface. The work of the Rapid City Fire Department’s Wildfire Mitigation group, Veterans Wildland Fuels Module is crucial to the safety of the co...

🔥 Veterans Wildland Fuels Module in Rapid City, SD, is transforming wildfire resilience through strategic fuels reduction. Learn more: tinyurl.com/5n7cedns #WildfireResilience #FireScience #VeteransInFire #FuelsManagement #ClimateAdaptation

19.03.2025 20:02 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🔥🌿 Historic agreement for cultural burns in California! They reduce wildfire risk, enhance ecosystems, and merge Indigenous knowledge with modern science. Learn more:https://tinyurl.com/mv89edcc #CulturalBurning #FireResilience

14.03.2025 18:19 — 👍 0    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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🌍🔬 Celebrating Women in Climate Science at SIG-NAL! Honoring our #WomenInSTEM: Sarah Hurteau, Shelby Stimson, and Marian Walker. Learn more: www.sig-nal.org/team #WomenInScience #ClimateAction

13.03.2025 21:04 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Secretary Rollins names Tom Schultz Chief of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service

🌲🔥 Congrats to Tom Schultz, the new Chief of the U.S. Forest Service! His leadership will enhance wildfire resilience. 🌎 More info: tinyurl.com/2p72crcn #WildfireResilience #ForestManagement #USForestService #ClimateAdaptation #SIGNAL

04.03.2025 19:37 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🌊 SB 7 is advancing! It secures funding for stormwater infrastructure, improves water quality, and enhances climate resilience. Support smarter solutions! #WaterResilience #SB7 #NewMexico

03.03.2025 22:28 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🌳 SIG-NAL is on the ground in southwestern New Mexico, working to strengthen urban forests across six towns as part of the Southwest Community Forestry Network Project!🌱 Learn more about our climate-resilient strategies: swnmforestry.org #CommunityForestry #UrbanGreening

27.02.2025 23:29 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Show the Earth Some Love: 7 Ways To Have An Eco-friendly Valentine's Day Celebrate Valentine's Day sustainably with eco-friendly practices. Discover tips for a more environmentally conscious and waste-free celebration.

Celebrate love and sustainability this Valentine’s Day! 💚🌍 Choose eco-friendly gifts, greetings, and dining options. More ideas: kab.org/show-the-ear... #SustainableValentine #EcoFriendlyLove

14.02.2025 18:48 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🌳🔥 Elings Park: Wildfire Resilience & Ecological Restoration. Community events led by Marian Walker showcased how oak fuel breaks enhance fire safety. #WildfireResilience #EcologicalRestoration #OakFuelBreaks #SIG

12.02.2025 21:51 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🌊 Exciting news! SB 7, led by Sarah Hurteau, passed its first committee hearing! This bill ensures dedicated stormwater funding in New Mexico. Support SB 7 for better water management! #WaterResilience #StormwaterManagement #SB7

07.02.2025 21:26 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

🌍✨ Honoring #BlackHistoryMonth: Diversity drives climate science! Black leaders shape sustainable futures. Let's amplify their work! #ClimateScience #EnvironmentalJustice #DiversityInSTEM

05.02.2025 17:30 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🌿 Welcome Zack Wurtzebach, SIG-NAL’s new Executive Director! With a PhD in Forest Science and vast experience, he's here to enhance our mission. Join us in welcoming him! 👏 #ClimateResilience #ConservationScience #WildfirePlanning #GISForGood #EnvironmentalLeadership #SustainableLandscapes #SIGNAL

05.02.2025 00:10 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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🔥 Advancing Wildfire Resilience with Geospatial Innovation! On Jan 6, 2025, we held a workshop in Santa Barbara with experts to enhance wildfire resilience. Thanks to our partners for their support! Interested in our next workshop? Reach out! #WildfireResilience #GeospatialInnovation #ClimateAction

31.01.2025 19:49 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Seasonal Actions To Take For a Wildfire-Ready Home | CAL FIRE Keep your property wildfire-ready and resilient all year round. Explore CAL FIRE’s season-by-season wildfire preparedness tips and strategies for a safer home.

With wildfire seasons growing longer, staying prepared year-round is key to protecting both communities and ecosystems. More info: readyforwildfire.org/prepare-for-...

#WildfireResilience #FireAdaptedCommunities #SustainableLandscapes #ClimateAction

30.01.2025 19:28 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

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