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The TanglePost Releases Issue #2 - The TanglePost The second issue of The TanglePost magazine has been released. Covering June to December 2025, it brings together a selection of articles previously published on the platform. This edition examines sa...

Issue #2 of The TanglePost Magazine is out now. Covering June–December 2025, it explores conservation and sustainability, including biodiversity monitoring from space and the global coral bleaching crisis. Read it here:
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Asilia Africa Welcomes Emboo Camp Into Its Luxury Safari Collection - The TanglePost Emboo Camp in the Masai Mara, Kenya, joins Asilia Africa, building on a longstanding partnership rooted in shared values, positive impact leadership and dedication to regenerative tourism across East ...

Asilia Africa welcomes Emboo Camp in the Masai Mara to its luxury safari portfolio, combining two decades of East Africa experience with Emboo’s net-zero operations and Maasai community partnerships, marking a move toward low-impact, carbon-conscious travel. Read more: joelodimo.com/asilia-afric...

Solar and Wind Overtake Fossil Fuels in the EU for the First Time as Grid Constraints Emerge - The TanglePost For the first time on record, wind and solar power generated more electricity than fossil fuels across the European Union. The development reflects years of sustained investment in renewable energy an...

For the first time, wind and solar generated more electricity than fossil fuels across the EU. The shift marks a historic milestone for clean energy, but Europe’s power grid faces serious challenges in keeping up. Read more: joelodimo.com/solar-and-wi...

Bright flowers and a rapid spread have made Lantana camara a familiar plant in many landscapes. This article looks at how it spreads, why it is so persistent, and the lesser-known risks linked to its use and management. Read more: joelodimo.com/lantana-cama...

Extreme heat exposure could affect more than 40% of the global population by 2050 if warming reaches 2°C. New research maps where heat risk is rising fastest and why adaptation is becoming unavoidable. Read more: joelodimo.com/extreme-heat...

Geothermal Energy in East Africa: Why Development Remains Uneven - The TanglePost East Africa sits atop one of the world’s most geologically active regions. From Djibouti through Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania, the Great Rift Valley holds vast geothermal energy potential heat from d...

East Africa has huge geothermal potential, but much remains untapped. Kenya leads, while neighbours struggle to turn underground heat into reliable, low-emission power. Read more: joelodimo.com/geothermal-e...

Dozens of migratory species are being proposed for international protection to address habitat loss and cross-border threats. Read more: joelodimo.com/migratory-sp...

Soil as a Carbon Sink: Why Its Degradation Should Be a Climate Concern - The TanglePost Soil is one of the Earth’s largest carbon reservoirs, yet it remains largely overlooked in climate policy and public discussion. While attention is often placed on forests, oceans and energy systems, ...

Soil stores more carbon than the atmosphere and all plant life combined, yet its role in climate mitigation is often overlooked. As soils degrade, that stored carbon is released, worsening climate change. Read more: joelodimo.com/soil-as-a-ca...

The Almond Tree: Farming and Benefits of Prunus dulcis - The TanglePost Prunus dulcis is the scientific name for the almond tree, a small to medium-sized deciduous tree cultivated for its edible seeds, commonly known as almonds. The almond tree produces attractive white o...

The almond tree (Prunus dulcis) is more than just a nut. Farmers in Kenya are discovering its long-term income potential, health benefits, and suitability for semi-arid regions. Read more: joelodimo.com/almond-tree-...

A new global study shows that climate change is accelerating the decline of groundwater levels, putting added pressure on water supplies worldwide. Read more: joelodimo.com/climate-chan...

Major Progress on Just Transition and Finance: Key Outcomes of the COP30 Climate Summit - The TanglePost The 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, ended with a final agreement after long negotiations. The summit brought together 194 countries and maintained multilateral cooperation des...

COP30 made progress on just transition and climate finance, but key decisions on fossil fuels and deforestation were not agreed.
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Acacia mearnsii: Characteristics and Its Role as an Invasive Species - The TanglePost Acacia mearnsii, commonly known as black wattle, is a fast-growing tree native to south-eastern Australia. It was introduced widely for its tannin-rich bark, firewood value and its ability to stabilis...

Acacia mearnsii, or black wattle, is an invasive species in East Africa affecting water and native vegetation. Read more: joelodimo.com/acacia-mearn...

COP30 Climate Summit: What’s at Stake and Why It Matters - The TanglePost The COP30 climate summit, held under the UNFCCC framework, is taking place in Belém, Brazil, at a time when the world is under growing pressure to match words with action. COP30 follows years of incre...

The COP30 climate summit in Belém comes at a pivotal moment, with nations facing growing pressure to turn climate promises into real action and keep the 1.5°C goal within reach. Read more: joelodimo.com/cop30-climat...

Monitoring biodiversity from space - The TanglePost A multinational team of researchers has demonstrated a new way to observe life on Earth, from the air and, potentially, from space. The project, known as BioSCape, combined aircraft-based remote sensi...

Researchers have used aircraft-based remote sensing and field data to track biodiversity across entire ecosystems. Discover how this approach could transform our view of Earth’s living systems. Read more: joelodimo.com/monitoring-b...

Closing the Loop on Green Energy: End-of-Life Management of Renewable Infrastructure - The TanglePost The transition to renewable energy has reshaped the global energy landscape. Wind turbines, solar panels and large battery systems are being installed at record pace. Yet as these technologies multipl...

As clean technologies spread, so does the challenge of managing their end-of-life, exploring how the world can close the loop on renewable energy systems. Read more: joelodimo.com/closing-the-...

The 2025 UN Climate Summit - The TanglePost On 24 September 2025, world leaders gathered at the United Nations headquarters in New York for the UN Climate Summit. Convened by the Secretary-General, António Guterres, in partnership with Brazil’s...

World leaders met in New York on 24 September 2025 for the UN Climate Summit, a key moment ahead of COP30 aimed at turning global climate pledges into concrete action and accountability. Read more: joelodimo.com/the-2025-un-...

Peatlands Under Pressure: Protecting Earth’s Overlooked Carbon Vaults - The TanglePost Peatlands, often dismissed as unremarkable bogs or swamps, are in fact among the most vital ecosystems on the planet. They cover only around three percent of Earth’s land surface, yet store roughly a ...

Peatlands store immense amounts of carbon yet are rapidly disappearing due to drainage, fires, and mining. Around the world, restoration efforts are reviving these vital ecosystems and helping fight climate change. Read more: joelodimo.com/peatland-deg...

Acacia nilotica: Ecology, Uses, and Significance in East Africa - The TanglePost Acacia nilotica, now scientifically recognised as Vachellia nilotica, is one of the most resilient and ecologically valuable trees across East Africa’s drylands. Known locally by names such as babul o...

Uncover the significance of the Acacia nilotica tree. A single species with immense cultural and ecological importance across the tropics. Read more: joelodimo.com/acacia-nilot...

Ficus benjamina: Its African Presence, Uses, and Challenges - The TanglePost The Ficus benjamina, commonly known as the weeping fig, is a popular ornamental plant with a global reach. The name “weeping fig” comes from the plant’s distinctive growth habit, as its slender branch...

The popular ornamental Weeping Fig (Ficus benjamina) holds a complex dual role across Africa, providing much-needed shade but posing significant challenges to urban infrastructure. Read more: joelodimo.com/ficus-benjam...

The TanglePost. Issue #1 - The TanglePost It is with great excitement that the launch of the very first magazine for the Tanglepost community is announced. It will be a semi-annual publication. Each issue will feature a curated selection of u...

The first issue of Tanglepost Magazine is out!
For a limited time, you can download the first issue for free, or you can purchase a copy to support the magazine here: joelodimo.com/the-tanglepo...

A New Scientific Breakthrough in Plant-Based Carbon Capture - The TanglePost Scientists have developed a groundbreaking method to enhance plant growth and carbon dioxide (CO₂) uptake by introducing a synthetic metabolic pathway into plants. This innovation, known as the malyl-...

Scientists have found a new way to help plants absorb more carbon dioxide, improving their natural ability to fight climate change. Read more: joelodimo.com/plant-based-...

A New Scientific Discovery: How BAETA Transforms Plastic into a Climate Solution - The TanglePost A significant advancement in material science has brought forward BAETA, a novel substance that confronts two of the world’s most critical environmental challenges simultaneously: carbon dioxide emiss...

Revolutionise your understanding of climate solutions with this article on BAETA. Discover how this new scientific discovery is transforming plastic waste into a powerful tool for carbon capture. Read more: joelodimo.com/baeta-carbon...

The Future of Construction: Microbial-Based Self-Healing Concrete - The TanglePost Concrete, the most widely used human-made material, is a cornerstone of modern civilisation. However, its dominance comes with a severe environmental consequence: the production of cement, concrete’s ...

Discover how microbial-based self-healing concrete can help reduce these emissions by extending the lifespan of structures and minimising the need for new materials. Read more: joelodimo.com/microbial-ba...

Protecting our oceans is key to climate resilience. Discover how establishing marine protected areas (MPAs) is a powerful strategy for safeguarding biodiversity and combating climate change. Read more: joelodimo.com/establishing...

The Power of Mangroves: Unlocking the Blue Carbon Market for Climate Action - The TanglePost Mangrove forests, with their iconic tangle of prop roots submerged in coastal waters, are vital ecosystems that play a disproportionately large role in climate change mitigation. They are at the heart...

Discover how these vital coastal ecosystems are unlocking the blue carbon market for effective climate action. Read more: joelodimo.com/the-power-of...

The Promise of Advanced Geothermal Energy - The TanglePost The Earth’s interior holds a virtually inexhaustible supply of heat, a potent energy source that conventional geothermal power has only begun to tap. Traditional geothermal energy relies on specific g...

Conventional geothermal power is limited to specific geographical regions. Advanced geothermal systems, however, are set to change that by expanding the areas where we can harness the Earth's powerful, clean energy. Read more: joelodimo.com/the-promise-...

Bombax Ceiba: An Ornamental and Significant Tropical Tree - The TanglePost The Bombax ceiba, commonly known as the Red Silk Cotton Tree or Kapok Tree, stands as a truly magnificent deciduous species, widely admired for its striking appearance and extensive utility. While pri...

Uncover the beauty and significance of the tropical Bombax Ceiba tree. Read more: joelodimo.com/bombax-ceiba...

Green Hydrogen: A Sustainable Energy Solution - The TanglePost Green hydrogen is emerging as a vital component in the global transition away from fossil fuels. It offers a clean, potent, and versatile energy carrier with the capacity to decarbonise heavy industry...

Discover how green hydrogen is emerging as a powerful, clean solution to meet global energy demands. Read more: joelodimo.com/green-hydrog...

Waste does not have to be Waste: Transforming Cellulose into Bioplastics - The TanglePost The idea for this article was sparked by watching the “Undecided with Matt Ferrell” video titled “Why Manure and Urine Could Power the Future,” which highlighted innovative approaches to waste utilisa...

What if waste wasn't waste? Explore how cellulose is being transformed into bioplastics, offering a sustainable solution to traditional plastic pollution. Read more: joelodimo.com/waste-does-n...

Marine Renewable Energy: Harnessing the Power of the Oceans - The TanglePost The vast and powerful energy contained within our oceans represents one of the most promising, yet largely untapped, sources of clean, renewable electricity. Beyond the more established offshore wind ...

Harnessing the power of the oceans. Learn about marine renewable energy and its vital contribution to sustainable power generation. Read more: joelodimo.com/marine-renew...