In late January, the author received news that the National Nature Assessment, a significant scientific project assessing the impact of nature on health and economy, was abruptly canceled due to the revocation of a Biden executive order. The group of scientists working on this project felt the jarring impact of political interference but resolved to continue their work. With newfound encouragement and support from various partners, they pivoted to reinterpret their project as an independent, energized effort to advocate for the understanding of nature's role in America, displaying resilience and determination amid challenges.
We were just collateral damage in a broader political battle that reversed a dozen Biden executive orders.
People understood the urgency and the opportunity. And together, we began to reimagine the work not just as a continuation of what had been cut short.
What we found wasn't just financial support. It was energy. It was courage.
Immediately, all work on the National Nature Assessment is to stop, a Trump White House representative on the other end said.
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