Scientists have also told us that protecting large swaths of public land is one of the most effective ways to address the climate crisis.
Public lands reduce carbon emissions by protecting forests, coastlines, and deserts, promoting natural cycles that help store atmospheric carbon dioxide by sequestering it safely into the ground. They also provide space for renewable energy devotement while also limiting areas where corporate polluters are allowed to mine, drill, or log.
Our deserts, oceans, forests, and mountain ranges have cultural, historical, ecological, and scientific importance that must be protected for generations to come.
When it comes to Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, expanding it would safeguard Molok Luyuk, public lands that are sacred to the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation and critically important to protect in the face of a changing climate.
This area serves as a critical wildlife corridor for species such as tule elk, mountain lions, and bears. It’s also home to imperiled wildlife such as bald and golden eagles and many rare plants.
Protecting this habitat, as well as the habitats in California’s other public lands, would help preserve critically important biodiversity.
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Thanks, as always.
