Awesome paper exploring the intersection of wildlife conservation by Stuart McKernan nostr:nprofile1qqsfe6mp2srhc9y0v970rep9t94tyh3pylkyt2fw96wjz974y8q3vmq8nz3te , economic freedom, and Bitcoin adoption as a solution to the challenges faced by conservation efforts.
The document argues that the biggest threat to conservation is not poaching or habitat loss, but economic instability.
By introducing Bitcoin as "sound money", communities near conservation areas can achieve financial stability, lowering their dependence on environmental destruction and ensuring a sustainable future for both people and wildlife.
This Sound Birding paper also honors Sparrow Wallet and it’s developer nostr:nprofile1qqstu7jjjx6n969erredexq539y2x0f7pks80zxhg9hh8dx8298s3es4t502m
This “Sound Birding” paper also honors Sparrow Wallet and its developer nostr:nprofile1qqstu7jjjx6n969erredexq539y2x0f7pks80zxhg9hh8dx8298s3es4t502m 👏👏👏
Awesome paper exploring the intersection of wildlife conservation by Stuart McKernan nostr:nprofile1qqsfe6mp2srhc9y0v970rep9t94tyh3pylkyt2fw96wjz974y8q3vmq8nz3te , economic freedom, and Bitcoin adoption as a solution to the challenges faced by conservation efforts.
The document argues that the biggest threat to conservation is not poaching or habitat loss, but economic instability.
By introducing Bitcoin as "sound money", communities near conservation areas can achieve financial stability, lowering their dependence on environmental destruction and ensuring a sustainable future for both people and wildlife.
This Sound Birding paper also honors Sparrow Wallet and it’s developer nostr:nprofile1qqstu7jjjx6n969erredexq539y2x0f7pks80zxhg9hh8dx8298s3es4t502m
Recap of an insightful Bitcoin session at thecore21m with educator nostr:nprofile1qqs8zfpsgrd8zgy586w2ua5app5zsmd40y4r3pjku9j5yepkuvyxc0qqpeefp , who was impressed by the students’ knowledge
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credits to nostr:nprofile1qqste49jxj4r672wcml2dmvamy7df4jj9gedr6d2a88dc6k4ucnu2ccpylrmt nostr:nprofile1qqs800kg598cpuj8sspwgmqduws05pdmxd5qesxwe9er6x4f30atffg4nlm9u nostr:nprofile1qqsxdnjgfm3ckms82cwju8ucwy6r2vlk596gsp32kqujnrj57cqflpqctgqud 🤩
Whether it’s love, friendship, or a passion for nature, share your Valentine’s with kindness. Give a gift that gives back and support wildlife conservation this Valentine’s and pay with #bitcoin ⚡️⚡️⚡️
Let’s support Keletso on her Bitcoin journey by dropping some sats ⬇️🙏🏽 keletsomathonsi@blink.so
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January 24th is the start of the Bitcoin Conference nostr:npub1p0xmesqhftf7ga2v2hzdzz44ua059e70z7d9htur240p24y3a5xsn0deeh in SA 🎉
We were there last year & visited the nostr:npub1zkr064avsxmxzaasppamps86ge0npwvft9yu3ymgxmk9umx3xyeq9sk6ec Bitcoin Ekasi project together with Valeria, media manager at Trznsfrontier Africa & Tsakane, anti-poaching ranger. She is now part of the educational team!
Thanks to our nostr:npub1kmwdmhuxvafg05dyap3qmy42jpwztrv9p0uvey3a8803ahlwtmnsnhxqk9 fundraiser we were able to fund their trip to the conference:
https://geyser.fund/project/bitcoinforwildlifeconservation?hero=geyser
Since the NGO didn’t accept Bitcoin donations at the time, we sent the funds in fiat & held the BTC for them until they can receive it in their own wallet 🙌🏽
We are since then working hard behind the scenes on their bitcoin adoption journey and made some significant progress during our last visit. Slowly then suddenly 💪🏽
True. Funding for wildlife conservation, including national parks, are indeed already a problem. After the pandemic most subsidies to private initiatives were abolished. This will even become a bigger issue with fiat over time.
It’s important though to acknowledge the positive impact that both public and private conservation efforts can still have. Conservation strategies are evolving, and new models, like community-led conservation or partnerships with private organizations, are showing promise.
We still believe that local privately funded conservation initiatives can help and can offer innovative solutions, funded with bitcoin. Collaboration with government remains important.
Heartbreaking news: Mpumalanga police are investigating five new rhino poaching cases in Kruger National Park, where 19 rhinos were killed in December during a festive season spike. 😢🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏🦏💔
Help us support #rhino conservation with #bitcoin through our Bitcoin for Wildlife Conservation Initiative nostr:npub19vzzf55uygvmg5cl2fft08frqv4gf8adeegsun00l0y8whyese3sg7fwka
⚡️ donate@izindlovu.org
During our visit to Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) last month, the heat was intense, and the baby rhinos found comfort huddling close together in the shade.
They spend their days in the reserve, being nurtured and cared for until they are ready to return to the wild. Among them was Angie, a little rhino receiving her feeding session. We’ll share more about her soon.
This visit also brought back memories of Esmé, a rhino we first met five years ago when she was just a baby.
At that time, HESC was thriving, supported by many visitors who helped sustain its vital work. However, as with many NGOs in South Africa, the outbreak of COVID-19 brought significant challenges, reducing support and making their mission even harder.
Despite these difficulties, Esmé has flourished. Today, she plays a crucial role as an allomother, providing care and guidance to the orphaned baby rhinos that arrive at the center. Her nurturing presence is invaluable, and she remains at HESC to help the little ones thrive.
Esmé’s story is a beautiful reminder of resilience, hope, and the impact of dedicated care.
With Bitcoin for conservation under the umbrella of nostr:npub19vzzf55uygvmg5cl2fft08frqv4gf8adeegsun00l0y8whyese3sg7fwka we help these little rhinos thrive again!
Looking to support elephants with bitcoin? Our fund helps out the Bitcoin for Elephants initiative which contributes to the care of the HERD elephant orphanage and the Jabulani herd.
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We wish all our followers happy holidays and a cosy Christmas Time 🎄♥️
This season, we extend a heartfelt “Bitcoin Thank You” from the students of @bushbabiesedu to everyone who contributed to our Bitcoin adoption fundraiser 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Our mission: supporting conservation 🌱 by creating a #bitcoin circular economy focused on children’s education for a brighter future 🌍 LNaddress⚡️donate@izindlovu.org
#bitcoincirculareconomy #bitcoinforconservation #bitcoineducation #wildlifeconservation #wildlifeprotection #wildlifeconservation #wildlifeeducation #elephant #elephantawareness #elephantawarenessproject
By onboarding three shops to #Bitcoin in Maseke village, Phalaborwa, South-Africa, we’re paving the way to create a circular economy focused on educating children for a brighter future.
Thank you nostr:npub10vudmjqhr8kn2kv2pxhezt2h5t5c9zauwq8qr56nhdn64yacsqyqf08djm and nostr:npub1azxjzkmacd5x2qu7vhcs2gtcymxfnp9q8cf4dq9jm0vdkp7sulzsmnh23d for the hard work 💪🏽🙏🏽
Luthando nostr:npub10vudmjqhr8kn2kv2pxhezt2h5t5c9zauwq8qr56nhdn64yacsqyqf08djm from nostr:npub1zkr064avsxmxzaasppamps86ge0npwvft9yu3ymgxmk9umx3xyeq9sk6ec arrived safe and well in #hoedspruit and is ready to meet the people at the #wilflife projects we support 🐘🦒🦏🦓 and onboard shops to #bitcoin 🙌🏽
We visited the Kruger National Park today. It was a very hot day but we spotted plenty of #impala, #giraffe #zebras, and #elephants.
Help us support wildlife through our nostr:npub19vzzf55uygvmg5cl2fft08frqv4gf8adeegsun00l0y8whyese3sg7fwka #bitcoin fundraiser or zap ⚡️
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https://izindlovu.org/fundraisers/bitcoin-adoption-for-wildlife-conservation/
#krugernationalpark #krugernationalparksouthafrica #krugerpark #krugersightings
Next Tuesday on Giving Tuesday our team will be going to Herd together with the students from The Bushbabies for an elephant educational moment!
We are a small NGO with limited reserves, so every bitcoin donation, no matter the size, makes a big difference.
We sponsor these students because we believe that investing in local education is one of the most powerful ways to provide these young people with opportunities for a future together with these beautiful animals.
#elephanteducation #elephantawareness #antipoaching #bushbabies #bitcoin
A warm #Bitcoin welcome from the bush. This can’t just be a coincidence! 🧡🦒
We’ve just arrived in #hoedspruit, near Kruger National Park, to engage with the projects we support through our Fund.
Our #Bitcoin efforts are voluntary, and we’re funding this trip privately.
Great news to share!
Luthando nostr:npub10vudmjqhr8kn2kv2pxhezt2h5t5c9zauwq8qr56nhdn64yacsqyqf08djm from the nostr:npub1zkr064avsxmxzaasppamps86ge0npwvft9yu3ymgxmk9umx3xyeq9sk6ec project is joining us beginning December on our #bitcoin adoption adventure in Hoedspruit!
Luthando is the best to have around when onboarding shops to bitcoin.
Consider a donation to support our Bitcoin adoption project so we can use the funds while working on grassroots Bitcoin adoption in Hoedspruit together with @LuthandoSABTC
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https://izindlovu.org/fundraisers/bitcoin-adoption-for-wildlife-conservation/
Today 21 September it is Wildlife Ranger Challenge. The Crime Prevention Unit Black Mambas are running 21 km at SAWC. Sergeant Naledi Malungane is the captain of the team😁
Send them 21 sats or more 😁 🏃🏾♀️🏃🏾♀️🏃🏾♀️🏃🏾♀️ in support of this challenge 💪🏽🧡 QR ⬇️
