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RESILIENCE
The bewildered animals are kept enclosed by nets overnight, and as the sun rises on the cove, the sea turns red as ‘drive fishermen’ pierce the dolphins and whales with long spears. Some fishermen use hooks to haul live dolphins into the boats where their throats are slashed.
Between 1,000 and 2,000 dolphins are killed annually for consumption
Annually, an approximation of 22,000 small cetaceans are killed using the methodology of drive hunting, taking place in the waters of Japan.
A live bottlenose dolphin for the dolphinarium trade can bring $10,000 to $32,000
Locals in Taiji, Japan have reported more than 500 killed in the latest COVE hunt in March, 2022
Project Overview
RESILIENCE is a WorldOpt.org initiative focused on the environmental challenges and innovative solutions shaping the future of Hawaii and California. Through inspiring video interviews, this project highlights the stories of individuals and communities demonstrating resilience and leadership in creating a sustainable future. RESILIENCE captures the unique environmental and cultural narratives of these regions, offering actionable ideas to empower changemakers for generations to come.
What we do today can save us tomorrow
The Issues
Biodiversity Loss
RESILIENCE is a WorldOpt.org initiative focused on the environmental challenges and innovative solutions shaping the future of Hawaii and California. Through inspiring video interviews, this project highlights the stories of individuals and communities demonstrating resilience and leadership in creating a sustainable future. RESILIENCE captures the unique environmental and cultural narratives of these regions, offering actionable ideas to empower changemakers for generations to come.
The Solution
Resilient solutions, such as renewable energy, regenerative agriculture, ecosystem restoration, and circular economy practices, are key to adapting to and mitigating environmental challenges. For example, renewable energy reduces greenhouse gas emissions, while regenerative agriculture enriches soil health and supports food security. Restoring ecosystems like wetlands and forests enhances biodiversity and provides natural buffers against climate-related disasters. A circular economy minimizes waste and conserves resources, creating sustainable systems that benefit both people and the planet. These solutions strengthen the planet’s ability to recover from disruptions, fostering a resilient future where communities and ecosystems can thrive amidst change.
Education for A Resilient Future
Educating young people to be leaders is crucial for a resilient future, as they hold the power to shape tomorrow’s decisions and drive meaningful change. Equipping youth with knowledge about sustainability, conservation, and community action fosters a sense of responsibility and empowerment. Leadership education cultivates critical thinking, innovation, and collaboration—skills essential for tackling complex environmental and social challenges. By inspiring and mentoring the next generation, we ensure that resilience becomes a cornerstone of future policies, practices, and communities, creating a world that can adapt, thrive, and sustain itself for generations to come.