Invasive Impact Initiatives
@invasive_impact
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learn about the world of invasive upcycling ♻️ regenerate landscapes with us 🌎 @climatebase fellow @_nightsweekends s5
Planet Earth
Joined March 2017
Introducing the Future50, a diverse cohort of 50 Global Shapers working at the intersection of strategic foresight, systems change, and intergenerational impact, connecting ideas to action. Learn more about the initiative: https://t.co/haNvS4JwuE
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🌳🐗 Invasive Matchup: Emerald Ash Borer vs. Feral Hog! 🌍⚔️🏆 A tiny beetle reshaping forests vs. a destructive mammal tearing up landscapes—which has spread farther? 🔹 Emerald Ash Borer (Agrilus planipennis) 🌍 Native to: China, Russia, Korea 🚨 Invasive in: At least 35 U.S.
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🔥🦪 Invasive Matchup: Cogongrass vs. Zebra Mussels! 🌍⚔️🏆 One fuels wildfires, the other clogs waterways—but which invasive has spread the farthest? 🔹 Cogongrass (Imperata cylindrica) 🌍 Native to: Southeast Asia 🚨 Invasive in: Southeastern U.S., expanding northward 📈
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🌿🐟 Invasive Matchup: Kudzu vs. Invasive Carp! 🌍⚔️🏆 Two fast-spreading invaders, one on land and one in water—but which is more widespread? 🔹 Kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lobata) 🌍 Native to: East Asia (China, Japan, Korea) 🚨 Invasive in: Southeastern U.S., expanding
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🏆🔥 Round 2 Begins with Eight of the Most Widespread Invasive Species! 🌿🐟🐜 After an intense first round, eight invasive species have advanced based on their widespread impact. Now, it’s time to see who moves forward in Invasive March Madness! 🚨 Round 2 Matchups: 🌱 Kudzu
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During Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month, we're shining a spotlight on the destructive emerald ash borer that has ravaged millions of ash trees across 36 states. #PlayCleanGo and #DontMoveFirewood to halt the spread of invasive species. #IPPDAM #HungryPests #EAB
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Celebrate Thanksgiving sustainably by turning invasive plants into delicious dishes! 🍴🌿 These plants can disrupt ecosystems, but they also offer unique culinary opportunities. Before harvesting, ensure the area hasn’t been treated with chemicals to control invasives. 🌱 🌿
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Rena here, founder of Invasive Impact Initiatives. 🌱I am proud to be a woman acting on climate through the circular economy and nature-based solutions. It’s time for leaders to step up and take action, too. #WomenLeadingOnClimate #COP29
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What’s happening in WNC is both a climate crisis and an environmental justice crisis. This is a reminder that we all share the responsibility to care for the earth and for each other, no matter who we are or where we come from.
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Empowering women and young people as key stakeholders in ecosystem restoration is not just a matter of equity; it is essential for building resilient communities and ensuring a sustainable future where humanity thrives in harmony with nature. #RestorationFinancing #PayUp
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it’s demo day! introducing invasive impact initiatives 🌱 we’re a community based in charlotte, nc that shares the beauty of invasive species upcycling ♻️ - join our newsletter linked in our bio - be on the lookout for our first IRL workshop - engage with us on our socials :)
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A great way to get people to care about your work is through creativity! 🎨 Presenting some invasive species art @EnvisionCLT’s Innovation Barn next week! 🌱
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this is where we’re at. as i begin week 4 of @_nightsweekends s5, i’m continuing to refine the mission and key audience of invasive impact initiatives. 🌱
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Can’t get over this portrait of me by @namefaceless_ 🤩🎨 Their talent is unmatched! ✨ Check out their cool graphic novel in the works with @_buildspace @_nightsweekends 🔥
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🤫 give you a hint, you can make wine out of this plant 🍷
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⚠️While we don't encourage upcycling ALL invasive species, comment "upcyle" to learn how to upcycle invasive plant species. 🌿
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Invasive Spotlight: 🐿️ Meet the Eastern Gray Squirrel - did you know it's an invasive species in parts of Europe? These cute critters have disrupted local ecosystems by outcompeting native red squirrels. Stay tuned for more invasive species you didn't expect!
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Launching Invasive Impact early access! What to expect ✨ 🌱interactive invasive species fun facts 🌱blog highlighting invasive species upcyclers 🌱virtual and irl upcycling workshops to join, guess this invasive species in the comments💚 cc: @_buildspace @_nightsweekends
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An amazing start to week 3 with @_buildspace @_nightsweekends ✨ Had a great chat today with future Invasive Impact partners and was thanked for encouraging a paradigm shift in the landscaping space. 🥹 Invasive species have purpose too! ♻️💚🌱
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Made our first sheet of paper product from invasive English Ivy and Privet! ♻️ @_buildspace @_nightsweekends #toymaker
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