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Which communities have often suffered the most from the consequences of land and water use decisions?
Who opposes the 30 by 30 Initiative?
What percentage of land in Nebraska is privately owned?
What is the main concern of Governor Pete Ricketts regarding the 30 by 30 Initiative?
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Who developed the report titled 'Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful'?
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True or false: Many Americans have been excluded from decision-making about conservation and natural resource use?
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True or false: Protecting places with cultural significance can preserve the history and traditions of communities?
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True or false: Governor Pete Ricketts supports the 30 by 30 Initiative?
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True or false: 97% of the land in Nebraska is privately owned?
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True or false: The National Climate Task Force developed a report titled 'Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful'?
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What is the goal of the 30 by 30 Initiative?
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What are the recommendations for the 30 by 30 Initiative?
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What is Governor Pete Ricketts' concern regarding the 30 by 30 Initiative?
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Match the following initiatives with their respective descriptions:
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Match the following communities with their relationship to conservation decisions:
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Match the following individuals or groups with their views on the 30 by 30 Initiative:
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Match the following states with their associated facts:
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Study Notes
The 30 by 30 Initiative: Protecting 30% of US Lands and Waters by 2030
- In 2021, a presidential executive order was issued to conserve 30% of US lands and waters by 2030.
- Currently, only about 12% of US lands and 25% of US oceans meet the criteria set out in the plan.
- Research shows that 4 out of 5 voters support the plan to protect at least 30% of America's land, ocean areas, and inland waters by 2030.
- Reasons for supporting the initiative include concerns about species extinction and habitat loss, the need to address climate change impacts, and the importance of protecting ecosystems and providing equitable access to natural spaces.
- Governor Pete Ricketts from Nebraska opposes the initiative due to the challenge of conserving 30% of privately owned land in the state and the perceived lack of a detailed plan.
- The National Climate Task Force developed a report titled "Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful" that defines eight principles for the 30 by 30 Initiative.
- The principles include protecting biodiversity, addressing climate change impacts, ensuring equitable decision-making, and recognizing the cultural importance of certain places.
- The initiative has sought input from a diverse range of community members and interest holders across the US.
- The plan aims to conserve and restore America's lands and waters to protect water, air quality, food, and overall health.
- The initiative could provide more access to natural, protected spaces for recreation and enjoyment.
- It aims to include communities of color, low-income communities, and tribal nations in decision-making processes related to conservation and natural resource use.
- Protecting culturally significant places can help preserve the history, traditions, and biodiversity of communities.
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Quiz: Do You Support the 30 by 30 Initiative? Discover if you support the 30 by 30 initiative, a plan to conserve 30% of US lands and waters by 2030. Find out why this plan has gained majority support among Americans and learn about the research behind it. Take this quiz to gauge your stance on this important conservation effort.
