Resource Renewal Institute
@rri.org
Developing science-informed solutions to complex environmental challenges.
Join the Point Reyes Butterfly Count and help gather important data to monitor butterfly populations!
Saturday, July 18th, 10 AM to 4-5 PM
📍 Bear Valley Picnic Area
RSVP: [email protected]
Saturday, July 18th, 10 AM to 4-5 PM
📍 Bear Valley Picnic Area
RSVP: [email protected]
July 2, 2026 at 11:32 PM
Join the Point Reyes Butterfly Count and help gather important data to monitor butterfly populations!
Saturday, July 18th, 10 AM to 4-5 PM
📍 Bear Valley Picnic Area
RSVP: [email protected]
Saturday, July 18th, 10 AM to 4-5 PM
📍 Bear Valley Picnic Area
RSVP: [email protected]
We had the privilege of attending the 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize ceremony in SF. We left inspired, energized, hopeful, and deeply grateful to be part of this community stewards, researchers, policymakers, and environmental defenders working to protect our planet.
#GoldmanEnvironmentalPrize
#GoldmanEnvironmentalPrize
June 10, 2026 at 7:41 PM
We had the privilege of attending the 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize ceremony in SF. We left inspired, energized, hopeful, and deeply grateful to be part of this community stewards, researchers, policymakers, and environmental defenders working to protect our planet.
#GoldmanEnvironmentalPrize
#GoldmanEnvironmentalPrize
The Delta needs your voice!
Join us in Sacramento on June 3rd for a Day of Advocacy for the Delta — an opportunity to engage directly with legislators on water policy issues affecting our communities, environment, and economy.
Register to volunteer and for the virtual training at the link in bio.
Join us in Sacramento on June 3rd for a Day of Advocacy for the Delta — an opportunity to engage directly with legislators on water policy issues affecting our communities, environment, and economy.
Register to volunteer and for the virtual training at the link in bio.
May 23, 2026 at 12:04 AM
The Delta needs your voice!
Join us in Sacramento on June 3rd for a Day of Advocacy for the Delta — an opportunity to engage directly with legislators on water policy issues affecting our communities, environment, and economy.
Register to volunteer and for the virtual training at the link in bio.
Join us in Sacramento on June 3rd for a Day of Advocacy for the Delta — an opportunity to engage directly with legislators on water policy issues affecting our communities, environment, and economy.
Register to volunteer and for the virtual training at the link in bio.
This #EarthDay, we're sharing a few of the things that remind us why this work matters:
Swipe to see what we love. Comment what you love!
#PublicLands #CleanWater #MarineBiodiversity #California
Swipe to see what we love. Comment what you love!
#PublicLands #CleanWater #MarineBiodiversity #California
April 23, 2026 at 3:57 AM
This #EarthDay, we're sharing a few of the things that remind us why this work matters:
Swipe to see what we love. Comment what you love!
#PublicLands #CleanWater #MarineBiodiversity #California
Swipe to see what we love. Comment what you love!
#PublicLands #CleanWater #MarineBiodiversity #California
14 months after the historic settlement agreement, the restoration of 17,000 acres of Point Reyes National Seashore has begun. The community’s voice will determine what comes next.
April 16: Open House
April 14:: Pre-Meeting Webinar bit.ly/April14-pre-meeting
rri.org/newsroom/community-open-house
April 16: Open House
April 14:: Pre-Meeting Webinar bit.ly/April14-pre-meeting
rri.org/newsroom/community-open-house
April 14, 2026 at 4:21 AM
14 months after the historic settlement agreement, the restoration of 17,000 acres of Point Reyes National Seashore has begun. The community’s voice will determine what comes next.
April 16: Open House
April 14:: Pre-Meeting Webinar bit.ly/April14-pre-meeting
rri.org/newsroom/community-open-house
April 16: Open House
April 14:: Pre-Meeting Webinar bit.ly/April14-pre-meeting
rri.org/newsroom/community-open-house
Help shape the future of California’s trails!
The Survey is open through February 28, 2026. This is your opportunity to share input on trails across CA.
Survey linked in our bio. Submit your response and share by February 28.
#CATrails #Recreation #California #ResourceRenewalInstitute
The Survey is open through February 28, 2026. This is your opportunity to share input on trails across CA.
Survey linked in our bio. Submit your response and share by February 28.
#CATrails #Recreation #California #ResourceRenewalInstitute
February 27, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Help shape the future of California’s trails!
The Survey is open through February 28, 2026. This is your opportunity to share input on trails across CA.
Survey linked in our bio. Submit your response and share by February 28.
#CATrails #Recreation #California #ResourceRenewalInstitute
The Survey is open through February 28, 2026. This is your opportunity to share input on trails across CA.
Survey linked in our bio. Submit your response and share by February 28.
#CATrails #Recreation #California #ResourceRenewalInstitute
It's that time of year! We've launched year 4 of Fish in the Fields to study how fish + rice farming can:
🌱 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
🪶 Sustain critical habitat
☀️ Improve nutrient cycling
🐟 Diversify farm income with a fish crop
rri.org/working-landscapes
🌱 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
🪶 Sustain critical habitat
☀️ Improve nutrient cycling
🐟 Diversify farm income with a fish crop
rri.org/working-landscapes
December 24, 2025 at 2:09 AM
It's that time of year! We've launched year 4 of Fish in the Fields to study how fish + rice farming can:
🌱 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
🪶 Sustain critical habitat
☀️ Improve nutrient cycling
🐟 Diversify farm income with a fish crop
rri.org/working-landscapes
🌱 Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
🪶 Sustain critical habitat
☀️ Improve nutrient cycling
🐟 Diversify farm income with a fish crop
rri.org/working-landscapes
🚨 URGENT: 37 Days Left to Stop Massive Offshore Drilling Expansion
1️⃣ COMMENT: Link in bio → Tell Interior "NO new lease sales"
2️⃣ SHARE this post → Most people don't know this is happening
3️⃣ SUPPORT RRI's science-based advocacy for clean energy solutions
#ProtectOurCoast #NoNewLeases #OffshoreOil
1️⃣ COMMENT: Link in bio → Tell Interior "NO new lease sales"
2️⃣ SHARE this post → Most people don't know this is happening
3️⃣ SUPPORT RRI's science-based advocacy for clean energy solutions
#ProtectOurCoast #NoNewLeases #OffshoreOil
December 18, 2025 at 12:02 AM
🚨 URGENT: 37 Days Left to Stop Massive Offshore Drilling Expansion
1️⃣ COMMENT: Link in bio → Tell Interior "NO new lease sales"
2️⃣ SHARE this post → Most people don't know this is happening
3️⃣ SUPPORT RRI's science-based advocacy for clean energy solutions
#ProtectOurCoast #NoNewLeases #OffshoreOil
1️⃣ COMMENT: Link in bio → Tell Interior "NO new lease sales"
2️⃣ SHARE this post → Most people don't know this is happening
3️⃣ SUPPORT RRI's science-based advocacy for clean energy solutions
#ProtectOurCoast #NoNewLeases #OffshoreOil
Volunteer to help restore Tomales Bay!
This wetland enhancement project will strengthen habitat and improve water quality for people and wildlife alike.
Learn more: tomalesbayfoundation.org
#TomalesBay #WestMarin #Volunteer
This wetland enhancement project will strengthen habitat and improve water quality for people and wildlife alike.
Learn more: tomalesbayfoundation.org
#TomalesBay #WestMarin #Volunteer
December 15, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Volunteer to help restore Tomales Bay!
This wetland enhancement project will strengthen habitat and improve water quality for people and wildlife alike.
Learn more: tomalesbayfoundation.org
#TomalesBay #WestMarin #Volunteer
This wetland enhancement project will strengthen habitat and improve water quality for people and wildlife alike.
Learn more: tomalesbayfoundation.org
#TomalesBay #WestMarin #Volunteer
This #GivingTuesday, back bold environmental leadership.
Make a gift: giving.classy.org/campaign/742797/donate
#Biodiversity #PublicTrust #PublicLands #Ecosystems #NativeSpecies #ClimateResilience #EnvironmentalLeaders #EnvironmentalAdvocates #EcologicalBalance
Make a gift: giving.classy.org/campaign/742797/donate
#Biodiversity #PublicTrust #PublicLands #Ecosystems #NativeSpecies #ClimateResilience #EnvironmentalLeaders #EnvironmentalAdvocates #EcologicalBalance
December 2, 2025 at 5:21 PM
This #GivingTuesday, back bold environmental leadership.
Make a gift: giving.classy.org/campaign/742797/donate
#Biodiversity #PublicTrust #PublicLands #Ecosystems #NativeSpecies #ClimateResilience #EnvironmentalLeaders #EnvironmentalAdvocates #EcologicalBalance
Make a gift: giving.classy.org/campaign/742797/donate
#Biodiversity #PublicTrust #PublicLands #Ecosystems #NativeSpecies #ClimateResilience #EnvironmentalLeaders #EnvironmentalAdvocates #EcologicalBalance
Join us for an evening dedicated to mountain lion conservation featuring two powerful documentaries by local West Marin filmmakers.
Reserve your tickets: givebutter.com/RRI-Film
#MountainLion #WestMarin #MarinCounty #Pumas #Documentaries #Filmmakers
Reserve your tickets: givebutter.com/RRI-Film
#MountainLion #WestMarin #MarinCounty #Pumas #Documentaries #Filmmakers
November 14, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Join us for an evening dedicated to mountain lion conservation featuring two powerful documentaries by local West Marin filmmakers.
Reserve your tickets: givebutter.com/RRI-Film
#MountainLion #WestMarin #MarinCounty #Pumas #Documentaries #Filmmakers
Reserve your tickets: givebutter.com/RRI-Film
#MountainLion #WestMarin #MarinCounty #Pumas #Documentaries #Filmmakers
Our Fish in the Fields™ program was recently highlighted by the @usdagov.bsky.social Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program for its success integrating fish into rice fields—showing the potential to reduce methane emissions by up to two-thirds.
rri.org/working-landscapes.
rri.org/working-landscapes.
November 10, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Our Fish in the Fields™ program was recently highlighted by the @usdagov.bsky.social Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program for its success integrating fish into rice fields—showing the potential to reduce methane emissions by up to two-thirds.
rri.org/working-landscapes.
rri.org/working-landscapes.
Governor @gavinnewsom.bsky.social has signed AB 1056, a bill introduced by Assemblymember Steve Bennett and co-sponsored by RRI and @oceana.bsky.social. This victory protects hundreds of marine species while supporting a fair transition for fishermen.
rri.org/newsroom/ab-1056-signed
rri.org/newsroom/ab-1056-signed
Governor Newsom Signs Bill to Protect California Ocean Biodiversity — Resource Renewal Institute
California has passed AB 1056 to phase out set gillnets, protecting marine biodiversity in the Channel Islands. Backed by Resource Renewal Institute and Oceana, this landmark law is a major victory fo...
www.rri.org
October 17, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Governor @gavinnewsom.bsky.social has signed AB 1056, a bill introduced by Assemblymember Steve Bennett and co-sponsored by RRI and @oceana.bsky.social. This victory protects hundreds of marine species while supporting a fair transition for fishermen.
rri.org/newsroom/ab-1056-signed
rri.org/newsroom/ab-1056-signed
Thank you #caleg for passing AB 1056 by Assemblymember Steve Bennett that will safeguard the incredible biodiversity of ocean life that calls waters off California home. Now it’s up to @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social to sign into law by October 12.
rri.org/protecting-marine-biodiversity
rri.org/protecting-marine-biodiversity
September 29, 2025 at 10:19 PM
Thank you #caleg for passing AB 1056 by Assemblymember Steve Bennett that will safeguard the incredible biodiversity of ocean life that calls waters off California home. Now it’s up to @governor.ca.gov @gavinnewsom.bsky.social to sign into law by October 12.
rri.org/protecting-marine-biodiversity
rri.org/protecting-marine-biodiversity
The comment period to defend the #RoadlessRule closes Friday, Sept 19 at 11:59 PM ET.
Submit your comment: regulations.gov/commenton/FS-2025-0001-0001
#ProtectOurForests #CleanWater #PublicLands #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #USForests #SaveRoadless #ProtectForests #KeepItPublic
Submit your comment: regulations.gov/commenton/FS-2025-0001-0001
#ProtectOurForests #CleanWater #PublicLands #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #USForests #SaveRoadless #ProtectForests #KeepItPublic
September 19, 2025 at 2:02 AM
The comment period to defend the #RoadlessRule closes Friday, Sept 19 at 11:59 PM ET.
Submit your comment: regulations.gov/commenton/FS-2025-0001-0001
#ProtectOurForests #CleanWater #PublicLands #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #USForests #SaveRoadless #ProtectForests #KeepItPublic
Submit your comment: regulations.gov/commenton/FS-2025-0001-0001
#ProtectOurForests #CleanWater #PublicLands #ClimateAction #WildlifeConservation #USForests #SaveRoadless #ProtectForests #KeepItPublic
The California Wildlife Conservation Board unanimously awarded a $2.7 million grant to support the next phase of ecological restoration at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Read more about the restoration and what comes next: rri.org/newsroom/27m-grant-advances-restoration-vision-for-point-reyes
Read more about the restoration and what comes next: rri.org/newsroom/27m-grant-advances-restoration-vision-for-point-reyes
September 11, 2025 at 8:57 PM
The California Wildlife Conservation Board unanimously awarded a $2.7 million grant to support the next phase of ecological restoration at Point Reyes National Seashore.
Read more about the restoration and what comes next: rri.org/newsroom/27m-grant-advances-restoration-vision-for-point-reyes
Read more about the restoration and what comes next: rri.org/newsroom/27m-grant-advances-restoration-vision-for-point-reyes
Last week, our Director of Advocacy, Scott Webb, joined over 100 advocates at the State Capitol for a full day of legislative action with the Green California Network. We met policymakers, amplified environmental priorities, and advocated for our ocean, communities, and climate.
bit.ly/Aug-20
bit.ly/Aug-20
August 28, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Last week, our Director of Advocacy, Scott Webb, joined over 100 advocates at the State Capitol for a full day of legislative action with the Green California Network. We met policymakers, amplified environmental priorities, and advocated for our ocean, communities, and climate.
bit.ly/Aug-20
bit.ly/Aug-20
We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Malcolm Margolin. A brilliant publisher, storyteller, and longtime friend of Huey Johnson. Their friendship began when Huey funded Malcolm's first book, leading to @heydaybooks.com.
rri.org/newsroom/in-memory-of-malcolm-margolin
rri.org/newsroom/in-memory-of-malcolm-margolin
Malcolm Margolin: Learning From Native Ways
This is "Malcolm Margolin: Learning From Native Ways" by Resource Renewal Institute on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.
vimeo.com
August 28, 2025 at 10:10 PM
We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Malcolm Margolin. A brilliant publisher, storyteller, and longtime friend of Huey Johnson. Their friendship began when Huey funded Malcolm's first book, leading to @heydaybooks.com.
rri.org/newsroom/in-memory-of-malcolm-margolin
rri.org/newsroom/in-memory-of-malcolm-margolin
We’re honored to be featured on KUAF’s Short Talks From the Hill. Dr. Ben Runkle highlights Fish in the Fields™—a climate-smart project pairing rice farming with native fish to boost soil health, biodiversity, and resilience.
rri.org/working-landscapes
#ClimateSmartAg #UniversityofArkansas #RRI
rri.org/working-landscapes
#ClimateSmartAg #UniversityofArkansas #RRI
August 22, 2025 at 12:19 AM
We’re honored to be featured on KUAF’s Short Talks From the Hill. Dr. Ben Runkle highlights Fish in the Fields™—a climate-smart project pairing rice farming with native fish to boost soil health, biodiversity, and resilience.
rri.org/working-landscapes
#ClimateSmartAg #UniversityofArkansas #RRI
rri.org/working-landscapes
#ClimateSmartAg #UniversityofArkansas #RRI
The SF Bay Water Board unanimously adopted the 2025 Grazing Waiver, expanding protections to over 145K acres, including Point Reyes. It enhances oversight, supports ranchers, and reflects public input—a move toward collaborative land stewardship in the North Bay
rri.org/newsroom/tag/grazing+waiver
rri.org/newsroom/tag/grazing+waiver
July 15, 2025 at 1:03 AM
The SF Bay Water Board unanimously adopted the 2025 Grazing Waiver, expanding protections to over 145K acres, including Point Reyes. It enhances oversight, supports ranchers, and reflects public input—a move toward collaborative land stewardship in the North Bay
rri.org/newsroom/tag/grazing+waiver
rri.org/newsroom/tag/grazing+waiver
We’re raising a glass to Allison Jordan—former RRI team member and Wine Industry Advisor’s Most Inspiring People for 2025! A leader in sustainable winegrowing, her approach was shaped in part by her time at RRI.
rri.org/newsroom/raising-a-glass-to-allison-jordan
#WineSustainability #California
rri.org/newsroom/raising-a-glass-to-allison-jordan
#WineSustainability #California
Raising a Glass to Allison Jordan—Champion of Sustainable Winegrowing — Resource Renewal Institute
We’re raising a glass to Allison Jordan, a former RRI team member and one of Wine Industry Advisor’s Most Inspiring People in 2025! Allison’s leadership—as Executive Director of the California Sustain...
rri.org
July 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
We’re raising a glass to Allison Jordan—former RRI team member and Wine Industry Advisor’s Most Inspiring People for 2025! A leader in sustainable winegrowing, her approach was shaped in part by her time at RRI.
rri.org/newsroom/raising-a-glass-to-allison-jordan
#WineSustainability #California
rri.org/newsroom/raising-a-glass-to-allison-jordan
#WineSustainability #California
Elephant seals are still found at Drakes Beach—but bird flu (H5N1) poses a rising threat. Though no cases have been confirmed, 4,000+ seals and seabirds share shores. UC Davis and NPS are testing for early signs.
nytimes.com/2025/06/03/science/bird-flu-mammals-elephant-seals-california.html
nytimes.com/2025/06/03/science/bird-flu-mammals-elephant-seals-california.html
June 17, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Elephant seals are still found at Drakes Beach—but bird flu (H5N1) poses a rising threat. Though no cases have been confirmed, 4,000+ seals and seabirds share shores. UC Davis and NPS are testing for early signs.
nytimes.com/2025/06/03/science/bird-flu-mammals-elephant-seals-california.html
nytimes.com/2025/06/03/science/bird-flu-mammals-elephant-seals-california.html
The House’s new budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) includes a provision for oil and gas lease sales in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
We must #ProtectTheArctic and prioritize #PeopleOverPolluters. Call your Senator today and urge them to vote NO on any budget with Arctic Refuge drilling.
We must #ProtectTheArctic and prioritize #PeopleOverPolluters. Call your Senator today and urge them to vote NO on any budget with Arctic Refuge drilling.
June 13, 2025 at 8:27 PM
The House’s new budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1) includes a provision for oil and gas lease sales in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
We must #ProtectTheArctic and prioritize #PeopleOverPolluters. Call your Senator today and urge them to vote NO on any budget with Arctic Refuge drilling.
We must #ProtectTheArctic and prioritize #PeopleOverPolluters. Call your Senator today and urge them to vote NO on any budget with Arctic Refuge drilling.
It’s World Ocean Day! From kelp forests to whales and sea otters, our coasts teem with life. But new offshore drilling threatens it all. Submit a public comment by June 16 opposing the proposed leasing program.
regulations.gov/document/BOEM-2025-0015-0003
#ProtectOurOceans #StopOffshoreDrilling
regulations.gov/document/BOEM-2025-0015-0003
#ProtectOurOceans #StopOffshoreDrilling
June 8, 2025 at 9:18 PM
It’s World Ocean Day! From kelp forests to whales and sea otters, our coasts teem with life. But new offshore drilling threatens it all. Submit a public comment by June 16 opposing the proposed leasing program.
regulations.gov/document/BOEM-2025-0015-0003
#ProtectOurOceans #StopOffshoreDrilling
regulations.gov/document/BOEM-2025-0015-0003
#ProtectOurOceans #StopOffshoreDrilling
On World Environment Day, we honor Wangari Maathai’s legacy and the power of grassroots action. From restoring Point Reyes to protecting rivers and public lands, we’re building a movement grounded in science, justice, and lasting impact.
rri.org/newsroom/on-world-environment-day
rri.org/newsroom/on-world-environment-day
June 6, 2025 at 5:23 AM
On World Environment Day, we honor Wangari Maathai’s legacy and the power of grassroots action. From restoring Point Reyes to protecting rivers and public lands, we’re building a movement grounded in science, justice, and lasting impact.
rri.org/newsroom/on-world-environment-day
rri.org/newsroom/on-world-environment-day