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Welcome to the Ei Newsletter
Ei Newsletter: Winter 2026 Edition - A Season of Impactful Transitions
While the newsletter calendar suggests a Winter Newsletter, the Florida landscape and the spring equinox confirm that a new season of growth is underway. The first quarter of 2026 was defined by a sophisticated "un-tangling" from legacy constraints, allowing Earth Impact (Ei) to operate with renewed agility.
The current Era of Impact (June 2024 – June 2031) focuses on high-level collaboration and global advocacy. During recent regional initiatives, Ei served as the official media and documentation partner to preserve critical industry insights and technical data. Speaking engagements re-emerged as a communication tool for Ei's impressive impact.
In February, Ei celebrated sixteen years of serving as an industry "spark" for a myriad of environmental concerns. A powerful communication vehicle, the Ei Newsletters consistently achieve 60%+ open rates from a global audience.
Indeed, Ei continues to thrive and lives the tagline, Regeneration in ACTION!
Follow the Ei Magazines, The IMPACT and Regeneration in ACTION (RiA) to keep current on project status and tales from the journey.
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Monumental Publication Milestones
On March 23, 2026, RiA Magazine surpassed 850,000 views. Concurrently, The IMPACT Magazine reached 298,900 views, bringing the combined total for the Ei Magazines to over 1,149,000 views.
Surpassing over a million views for the niche publications represents a monumental achievement. Such milestones substantiate the published article collection as a prominent industry resource and respected journalism. Though progressing at different velocities, the magazines are reaching new readership heights in tandem.
The RiA Magazine article, RiA Magazine tops 850,000 Views: A Testament to Enduring Impact, celebrates the earlier achievements, provides an overview of current readership statistics, and serves as a record of the escalating readership.
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Ei: Celebrating Sixteen Years of Influence
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On February 5, 2026, Ei officially crossed the sixteen-year threshold. Now firmly established in the seventeenth year of impact, the organization celebrates a legacy defined by agility and an unwavering commitment to regenerative systems.
From the initial "spark" of the Zero Waste Zones launch in 2009 to the burgeoning international collaborations in Nepal, the sixteen-year journey is a testament to the power of a nimble, impact-driven model. Entering the seventeenth year, Ei continues to scale the possible into the standard, leveraging a global network to address critical environmental concerns.
The RiA Magazine anniversary article, Sweet 16: Celebrating Sixteen Years of Influence, reflects on the institutional evolution and the milestones that defined the first nearly two decades of operation.
Photo: Holly Elmore with Ei Advisor Durga Poudel, Ph.D., Founder and driving force for Asta-Ja Nepal 2040
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Rewilding: Nature’s Protocol in ACTION
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The Nutrient Cycle in ACTION
The Rewilding Urban Landscapes Pilots recently demonstrated the power of Nature’s Protocol during the 2025 "Taming of the Wild Yard." By choosing an evolution toward Soil Integrity—moving beyond organic and regenerative labels to focus on native plants—the Pilots prove that every urban yard may serve as a vital conservation corridor.
Retaining 100% of the deceased foliage to share nutrition with the next generation of growth ensures that the Nutrition Cycle remains intact. The approach directly reverses habitat loss while establishing sustainable food sources for urban wildlife. The recent RiA Magazine article, Deceased, Decayed, and Nutritious: a sequel to Wild, Lush and HAPPY, explores the shift and the critical importance of reversing the Insect Apocalypse.
The current narrative serves as a bridge to a forthcoming technical series on the Earth's Digestive System. The deep dive will descend into the Subterranean Engine Room to reveal the "Invisible Workforce" of microbial communities and fungi networks that transform yard debris into new life.
Photo: the tamed, young food forest courtesy of Holly Elmore Images.
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Ei Speaking Engagements: Advancing the Narrative
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The transition into the current year featured prominent speaking invitations that allowed Ei to share the Nature Prevails platform with diverse audiences.
Sierra Club Presentation
In December 2025, Ei presented the Rewilding Urban Landscapes framework to the Sierra Club. The session focused on the critical data surrounding the Insect Apocalypse and the practical application of Soil Integrity in residential environments.
The RiA Magazine article, Deceased, Decayed, and Nutritious: a sequel to Wild, Lush and HAPPY, was inspired by the Sierra Club presentation, Rewilding Urban Landscapes: Cultivating Habitat and Food for Wildlife. The full PPT presentation is available for download at this LINK.
Florida Environmental Film Festival
On March 10, 2026, Holly served as the emcee for the in-person screening of three Archbold Biological Station short films. The evening featured a dynamic Q&A session with the Archbold CEO, a dedicated scientist, and a local rancher. The films—The Queen of Red Hill, The Little Brown Bird, and Cowboys and Scientists—demonstrate a commitment to environmental restoration that remains economically viable. Ei intends to schedule a formal tour of the Archbold facilities in the coming months.
Photo: Holly Elmore speaking at the Florida Environmental Film Festival
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Ei Travels: The LAI SemiQ East Coast Tours
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)Following rigorous Florida-based initiatives, the first quarter of 2026 included travel to the Mid-Atlantic region for the Lambda Alpha International (LAI) SemiQ East Coast Tours. The excursions provided a vital opportunity to observe urban resilience, historical preservation, and the complexities of urban development in the nation’s most historic corridors.
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Annapolis, Maryland
During the visit to the maritime capital, the focus remained on coastal community resilience and the "human scale" of urban planning. A highlight of the trip was a collaborative meeting with Past Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley, whose leadership in climate adaptation and downtown revitalization aligns with the Ei mission of sustainable urban evolution. On September 4, 2025, Gavin served as a featured speaker in the LAI Resiliency around the Globe: Local Responses to Hurricanes, Sea Rise and Sudden Flooding global webinar. The RiA Magazine article, Extreme Weather is HERE: important to align with nature for climate adaptation and resiliency, provides an in-depth synopsis of the empowering webinar. Photo: Holly Elmore with Past Annapolis Mayor Gavin Buckley
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Washington D.C.
The journey continued to the nation’s capital for a series of professional tours centered on historical architecture and urban development. Observing the evolution of the city's "Permanent Life Cycle" provided a profound perspective on how historical preservation must balance with modern urban needs. The iconic backdrop of the U.S. Capitol Building served as a reminder of the broad scale at which environmental policy and local action eventually meet. Photo: The U.S. Capitol Building courtesy of Holly Elmore Images.
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Ei Media Sponsorship: Documenting Innovation
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The LAI SemiQ East Coast Tour: Land Use & History (1776-2026) celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The celebration includes a series of tours hosted by the seven Eastern Region chapters: Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, FL Suncoast, New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C.
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One-By-Land, Two-by-Land Tours
The One-by-Land, Two-by-Sea Tours (Tours) hosted by the LAI FL Suncoast Chapter (Chapter) was the first tours in the series. On February 25 – 27, 2026, the Chapter welcomed distinguished land economics professionals from around the globe to the Sarasota/Manatee Counties region during the prime winter season for the Tours. Serving as the official media and documentation partner, Ei played a supportive role in preserving the technical knowledge generated during the high-level dialogues. The RiA Magazine article, Land Optimization: a key to economic and environmental success, provides an in-depth synopsis of the Tours, including links to view the excellent PPT presentations from the compelling sessions.
Photo: the Tours group at Selby Gardens courtesy of Holly Elmore Images.
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Land Economics Dialogues
On Wednesday, February 25, the LAI FL Suncoast hosted the Water Challenges, Economics, and Nature-Based Solutions LED. Held the day prior to the official Tours launch, the LED was planned synergistically to leverage the diverse land economics expertise of the international members gathered in Sarasota. Morning presentations educated on the current water challenges facing the Fl Suncoast; in the afternoon, the attendees participated in an empowering brainstorming/strategy session.
The recent RiA Magazine article, Water Challenges, Economics, and Nature-Based Solutions: Sarasota LED Overview, documents the key strategies and nature-based solutions proposed by the visiting industry experts. Videos of the morning presentations along with downloadable PPTs are available in the article.
Photo: LED morning in progress courtesy of Holly Elmore Images.
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Microforest Evolution: Professor Tim Rumage
Ei Advisor Tim Rumage, Ringling College of Art + Design Professor of Environmental Studies, provided a technical overview regarding the environmental viability and community benefits of microforests. Videographer Bill Wagy of Bill Wagy Communications produced a superb video of the educational presentation. The compelling video incorporates microforest clips from the Wagy repertoire to illustrate the rapid ecological results of the native plantings. View the microforest video at this LINK. Photo: Tim presenting courtesy of Holly Elmore Images.
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Join the Ei Team
Through active participation, Ei Supporters work with industry leaders on establishing regenerative business practice standards. To join the close-knit Ei Team and commit to active participation, contact Holly at holly@earth-impact.org or 404-510-9336.
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