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Paul West, Ph.D.

Paul West, Ph.D., is senior scientist, ecosystems and agriculture, for Project Drawdown. An ecologist researching solutions on managing lands and waters to improve food security, climate, nature, and people’s lives, he conducts cutting-edge science and collaborates with others to effect change. He previously worked at The Nature Conservancy and the University of Minnesota. He received his doctorate from the University of Wisconsin. 

Paul West
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Four climate solutions with surprising benefits for biodiversity and human well-being
by Paul West, Ph.D.
There are a few things that are non-negotiable for all life on Earth, among them, water, food, and shelter. Unfortunately, human activities are driving widespread habitat loss and degradation, destroying all three of these prerequisites for life. To stave off further biodiversity loss, protecting and restoring nature is essential. 
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We need synergies, not silos, to solve humanity’s greatest challenges
by Paul West, Ph.D., Yusuf Jameel, Ph.D. and Daniel Jasper
Climate change is often framed as humanity’s greatest challenge. And for good reason. 
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The win-wins of climate and biodiversity solutions
by Paul West, Ph.D.
This story was originally published by The Revelator.  What’s better for plants and wildlife is better for the climate. But where do we start to accomplish the best results?
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New EPA coolant rule is a climate crisis no-brainer
by Paul West, Ph.D.
This article originally appeared on The Hill.
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