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Ecosia Steps Up as USAID Cuts Funding for Conservation

6/27/2025

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Jane Goodall's vital conservation work in Tanzania is in jeopardy following a staggering 98% cut in USAID funding. In a heartening twist, the Berlin-based search engine Ecosia has stepped up, committing $100,000 to bolster reforestation efforts. This support will nurture 360,000 seedlings and safeguard local employment, shining a light of hope amidst adversity.

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Jane Goodall's vital conservation work in Tanzania is in jeopardy following a staggering 98% cut in USAID funding. In a heartening twist, the Berlin-based search engine Ecosia has stepped up, committing $100,000 to bolster reforestation efforts. This support will nurture 360,000 seedlings and safeguard local employment, shining a light of hope amidst adversity.