California Has a New Plan to Save Imperiled Joshua Trees | KQED
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The Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act is the first law to protect species in California from climate change, seeking to conserve key habitats and biodiversity.
The conservation plan aims to protect 70% of identified priority lands by 2033, emphasizing the need for procedures to combat wildfires and invasive species.
To ensure effectiveness, the plan relies on human efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, which are the primary drivers of climate change threatening Joshua Trees.
Cummings highlights the necessity of a mid-level emissions trajectory, stating that successful species preservation hinges on comprehensive implementation of the outlined conservation measures.
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