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Despite a tough year with rising global temperatures and extreme weather, 2024 brought some big steps forward in protecting the planet. These quieter victories are helping build a better future.The UK shut down its last coal power plant, marking an important move away from fossil fuels. Around the world, renewable energy grew rapidly, with China leading in solar power. Nature also gained new rights, as rivers, mountains, and whales were recognized as legal “persons,” giving them stronger protections.In the Azores, a new marine protected area was created, becoming the largest in the North Atlantic. Meanwhile, deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon dropped to its lowest level in nine years, showing progress in conservation.In California, Indigenous efforts brought salmon back to the Klamath River after 100 years, highlighting the value of traditional knowledge. These achievements show how working together can make a real difference for our planet.