When heavy rain pounds Los Angeles, most headlines focus on flash floods, traffic paralysis, mudslides, and overwhelmed infrastructure. But beneath the sirens and storm warnings, a quieter crisis unfolds inside one of the city’s most dangerous corridors: the L.A. River. or animals trapped in its steep concrete channels, rising stormwater is not just a hazard—it
Winter is not simply a season inside our sanctuaries—it is a carefully managed transition rooted in biology, behavioral science, and long-term wildlife welfare planning. At Sustainable Action Now (SAN), the arrival of colder temperatures signals the beginning of one of the most important periods in a brown bear’s annual life cycle: hibernation. Across our protected
Ending Animal Testing: Why 48,000 Dogs and Count Demand a Scientific and Moral Reckoning Read More »
Testing on Animals & Wildlife, Animals & Wildlife Welfare, SAN NewsEvery year in the United States, more than 48,000 dogs are confined in laboratory facilities — the overwhelming majority of them beagles. At the same time, monkeys are captured, transported, and shipped into biomedical research environments where stress, confinement, and invasive experimentation define their daily existence. This is not simply an animal welfare issue. It
As climate urgency intensifies and the future of America’s public lands faces mounting pressure, one of the nation’s most enduring conservation storytellers is being honored in a profoundly symbolic way. Legendary wildlife photographer Tom Murphy has been selected for a new U.S. postage stamp featuring his powerful American bison imagery — a tribute that bridges
Two years ago, in the midst of armed conflict and systemic collapse, eleven lions faced an uncertain fate in war-torn Sudan. Their captivity conditions had deteriorated as violence escalated, infrastructure fractured, and access to food, veterinary care, and oversight vanished. Today, those same lions are alive, thriving, and protected — living in dignity at FOUR
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Death Penalty, SAN NewsThe movement to end the death penalty is not theoretical. It is not abstract. It is unfolding in real time — in courtrooms, in prison cells, in governors’ offices, and in the moral conscience of this country. At Sustainable Action Now (SAN), sustainability is not limited to climate, conservation, or clean energy. It is about
A powerful new chapter in environmental storytelling continues to unfold through SafariLIVE Sunset, the immersive wildlife broadcast bringing global audiences face-to-face with elephants, lions, leopards, and the breathtaking landscapes they inhabit. As new February 2026 episodes stream for members and global viewers, the series is emerging as one of the most impactful digital conservation experiences
Earlier this week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant for Michael Lee King, who was sentenced to death for the 2008 abduction and murder of Denise Amber Lee—a horrific crime that ended a young woman’s life and devastated her loved ones. King’s execution is scheduled for March 17, 2026, at Florida State Prison.
Sustainable food choices continue to redefine how individuals engage with climate action, health, and ethical living. At Sustainable Action Now, the spotlight this season turns to a vibrant collection of plant-forward recipes designed to make sustainable eating simple, satisfying, and accessible — from refreshing vegan beverages to fresh homemade salsas and protein-rich vegetarian meals that
A transformative new wellness initiative is reshaping how activists sustain their work, their health, and their long-term impact. The Somatic Toolkit for Sustainable Activism, developed by yoga teacher and author Devi Daly, has officially launched as a dedicated self-care and resilience program designed specifically for activists, caregivers, and protectors working at the front lines of