World Team Now

10/08/2026

Looking to our waters for solutions

By Michael Samuelian, FAIA, AICP

07/18/2026

This important public policy for the Ocean, "Beyond Boundaries on National Jurisdiction, aka BBNJ, is mission-critical for us all on our planet. We are thankful that BBNJ is now ratified, and it's up to us all!

A brief explainer video providing an overview of the BBNJ Agreement.

06/26/2026

For youth in South Florida

Join Miami Waterkeeper's Junior Ambassador Program and gain hands-on leadership experience, earn Florida Bright Futures service hours, and make a lasting impact on South Florida’s environment.

06/17/2026

Watch Sylvia Earle's TED Talk Update on Hope Spots. Hope is validated and more urgent than ever.

In 2009, marine biologist Sylvia Earle stood on the TED stage and m...

05/31/2026

Some good news.

After a volcanic eruption and funding threats, NOAA says Mauna Loa's world-famous CO₂ record is secure, accessible again, and undergoing major upgrades.

04/24/2026

This makes sense, and it is a way to move forward with small-scale solar without permitting delays.

Plug-in solar, also called balcony solar, are solar panels that connect to a standard power outlet. They supply power directly to your home. They are a plug and play way to reduce our reliance on the electric grid and lower your energy bill without the need for a permit. Small scale plug-in systems....

04/22/2026

To us at World Team Now, every day is an Earth Day, but here we are on this day, April 22, where we honor the Earth, our collective mother and mothership.

Find events near you on this day, other days, or EVERY day of the year, grow your relationship with the Earth that sustains you with the link below:

The theme for Earth Day 2026 is Our Power, Our Planet. Find out how to get involved now and on Earth Day, April 22, 2026.

04/08/2026

Help protect Hawai‘i’s treasured coral reef ecosystems for generations to come

https://earthjustice.org/action/help-protect-hawaiis-treasured-coral-reef-ecosystems-for-generations-to-come

04/07/2026

Living with the Ocean, and gaining more appreciation of Water, is so valuable.

In Denmark, coastal engineering is being reimagined through wave-pool systems that both protect shorelines and generate clean energy. These structures are designed to absorb powerful storm surges by channeling incoming waves into specially built basins. As waves enter the pools, their force is reduced, helping prevent flooding and erosion in nearby coastal areas.

Once the water is captured, the system puts that stored energy to use. The movement and pressure of the waves inside the pools drive turbines, converting kinetic energy into electricity. This dual-purpose design means the same infrastructure that protects communities during storms can also contribute to renewable energy generation after the surge has passed.

Beyond safety and power, this approach reflects a smarter way of working with natural forces rather than resisting them entirely. Instead of building barriers that only block water, Denmark is creating systems that manage, absorb, and reuse it. The result is a more resilient coastline and a sustainable source of energy, showing how innovation can turn environmental challenges into opportunities that benefit both people and the planet.

04/04/2026

https://gizmodo.com/japanese-power-plant-turns-saltwater-into-electricity-and-its-a-glimpse-into-the-future-2000648284

The Japanese city of Fukuoka is the second in the world to harness the power of osmosis to generate electricity for surrounding areas.