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What if places like this owned their own assets?

Assets that they could hold, sell, or share? What if this place could invest in species, habitat, other places, ecosystems, or even people?

Well they can.

This place, 8f26833ac50d25b.basin, is selling 'shares' of the BASIN Protocol. All proceeds fund nature. See the Split for details (90/5/5).

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

The Ameca River, known natively as **Aarermecatl**, meaning "string of water" in Nahuatl, flows through the heart of western Mexico, ultimately reaching the lush Bahia de Banderas. This river system, spanning approximately 230 kilometers, is an ecological linchpin, supporting diverse biological communities and providing vital ecosystem services such as water purification, habitat for wildlife, and flood mitigation. Beyond its ecological role, the Ameca River holds profound spiritual and cultural significance for local communities, serving as a symbol of life and continuity. However, the river faces significant threats from urbanization, pollution, and climate change, which jeopardize its health and the services it provides.

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

Credit: Global Watersheds Tool

The Ameca River, known natively as Aarermecatl, meaning "string of water" in Nahuatl, flows through the heart of western Mexico, ultimately reaching the lush Bahia de Banderas. This river system, spanning approximately 230 kilometers, is an ecological linchpin, supporting diverse biological communities and providing vital ecosystem services such as water purification, habitat for wildlife, and flood mitigation. Beyond its ecological role, the Ameca River holds profound spiritual and cultural significance for local communities, serving as a symbol of life and continuity. However, the river faces significant threats from urbanization, pollution, and climate change, which jeopardize its health and the services it provides.

This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.

Credit: Global Watersheds Tool

The Tuito River, flowing gracefully from the highlands of El Tuito down to the coastal village of Yelapa in Jalisco, Mexico, embodies the essence of the region's natural beauty. Named from the Nahuatl words "Teotl" (god) and "Tiul" or "Tuitlán" (place), "Tuito" translates to "place of god" or "divine place," reflecting the spiritual significance it holds for local communities. This river supports a variety of ecosystem services, including soil erosion control, water purification, and providing a habitat for local wildlife. It also serves as a vital resource for the cultural and daily lives of the people along its banks. Despite its importance, the river faces threats from deforestation, pollution, and the impacts of local tourism, which could undermine its ecological and cultural sustainability.

This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.

Credit: Global Watersheds Tool

The Tuito River, flowing gracefully from the highlands of El Tuito down to the coastal village of Yelapa in Jalisco, Mexico, embodies the essence of the region's natural beauty. Named from the Nahuatl words "Teotl" (god) and "Tiul" or "Tuitlán" (place), "Tuito" translates to "place of god" or "divine place," reflecting the spiritual significance it holds for local communities. This river supports a variety of ecosystem services, including soil erosion control, water purification, and providing a habitat for local wildlife. It also serves as a vital resource for the cultural and daily lives of the people along its banks. Despite its importance, the river faces threats from deforestation, pollution, and the impacts of local tourism, which could undermine its ecological and cultural sustainability.

This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.

Credit: Global Watersheds Tool

The Tuito River, flowing gracefully from the highlands of El Tuito down to the coastal village of Yelapa in Jalisco, Mexico, embodies the essence of the region's natural beauty. Named from the Nahuatl words "Teotl" (god) and "Tiul" or "Tuitlán" (place), "Tuito" translates to "place of god" or "divine place," reflecting the spiritual significance it holds for local communities. This river supports a variety of ecosystem services, including soil erosion control, water purification, and providing a habitat for local wildlife. It also serves as a vital resource for the cultural and daily lives of the people along its banks. Despite its importance, the river faces threats from deforestation, pollution, and the impacts of local tourism, which could undermine its ecological and cultural sustainability.

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

Credit: Sam Learner - Global River Runner App

The Ameca River, known natively as **Aarermecatl**, meaning "string of water" in Nahuatl, flows through the heart of western Mexico, ultimately reaching the lush Bahia de Banderas. This river system, spanning approximately 230 kilometers, is an ecological linchpin, supporting diverse biological communities and providing vital ecosystem services such as water purification, habitat for wildlife, and flood mitigation. Beyond its ecological role, the Ameca River holds profound spiritual and cultural significance for local communities, serving as a symbol of life and continuity. However, the river faces significant threats from urbanization, pollution, and climate change, which jeopardize its health and the services it provides.

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

Credit: River Runner Tool / Sam Learner

Box turtles are native to North America, thriving in forested areas, meadows, and marshy lands, where they have ample vegetation for cover and a variety of food sources. These terrestrial turtles are known for their distinctive hinged shell, which allows them to retract fully for protection. Box turtles contribute to their ecosystem by dispersing seeds and controlling insect populations. They are also deeply intertwined with cultural narratives and spiritual symbolism, often representing longevity and perseverance in various cultures. However, box turtles face significant threats due to habitat destruction, road mortality, and the illegal pet trade, which critically endanger their populations and the delicate balance of their habitats.

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

Mangroves Treasure

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Muir knew it.

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The oil and gas industry heavily relies on nature and is susceptible to climate and nature-related risks. Clean air is essential for operational safety and worker health. Clean water is crucial for various processes such as refining, while abundant water resources support the industry's extensive water needs. Healthy soils are important for maintaining the integrity of pipeline installations and access roads. Climate stability ensures predictable operational conditions and supply chain efficiency. Risk resilience enables the industry to adapt to climate change impacts. Erosion control helps preserve the landscapes around extraction sites and infrastructure, preventing land degradation and promoting sustainable operations.

Certificates of Ensurance, by BASIN, mitigate these risks and enhance resilience. Each certificate represents a share in the BASIN Protocol, which secures the RealValue of Natural Capital for the long term.

Purchasing these certificates funds 14 stocks (ecosystems) and nine flows (ecosystem services) of natural capital. Proceeds directly support on-the-ground nature and climate projects that bolster the oil and gas industry.

The Dolphin Embassy, conceptualized by the innovative group Ant Farm, represents a pivotal exploration into interspecies communication and environmental consciousness. Designed in the 1970s by architect Doug Michels, this project envisioned a mobile, aquatic structure where humans and dolphins could communicate as diplomatic equals, challenging conventional notions about the boundaries between species. The idea was not just about architecture or design but a profound inquiry into coexistence and understanding across biological realms. The project served as a radical envisioning of mutual respect and shared habitats, pushing forward the dialogue on interspecies empathy and cooperation.

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Credit: Doug Michels Architectural Papers, University of Houston. This collection encompasses a comprehensive archive of Michels' creative output, including sketches, renderings, and detailed plans for the Dolphin Embassy. The materials provide a deep dive into Michels' architectural philosophy from the 1940s to 2004, significantly enriched during the 1970s to 1990s, showcasing his visionary projects and their impacts on design and ecological thought.

kokoro biocomplexity

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"Furnace Creek, California, home of the visitor center at Death Valley National Park, will reach 122F (50C) on Wednesday, and temperatures will climb even further as the week goes on." - Bloomberg July 3, 2024

Death Valley, located in Eastern California, is a unique and extreme desert ecosystem that plays a significant role in global and regional climate and water cycles. Its vast salt flats, sand dunes, and rugged mountains influence local weather patterns and help regulate the regional climate by absorbing and reflecting solar radiation. Despite its arid environment, Death Valley supports a range of biodiversity, including endemic species adapted to its harsh conditions. This area also holds spiritual and cultural significance for indigenous peoples, who view it as a sacred landscape rich in history and tradition. However, Death Valley faces threats from climate change, mining activities, and tourism-related disturbances, which can disrupt its delicate ecosystem and biodiversity.

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The Mexican spotted owl (Strix occidentalis lucida), a subspecies of the spotted owl, inhabits forested landscapes throughout the southwestern United States and Mexico, including regions like New Mexico. This species prefers mature, mixed-conifer forests and rugged canyonlands, which provide crucial habitat for their nesting and roosting. The owls contribute to ecosystem balance by controlling rodent populations and are considered indicators of forest health. They hold significant spiritual and cultural value for various indigenous groups, symbolizing wisdom and protection. However, the Mexican spotted owl faces threats from habitat destruction due to logging, urban expansion, and wildfires. The ongoing Salt Fire near Ruidoso, New Mexico, which has already consumed over 7,000 acres, poses a new and immediate threat by potentially destroying critical habitats and disrupting the delicate balance of the ecosystem services on which these owls depend.

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The Foxes (1913) by Franz Marc

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**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

Akaka Falls State Park in Hawaii, home to the magnificent Akaka Falls and the serene Kolekole Stream, is a bastion of natural beauty and biodiversity. The falls drop 442 feet into a gorge, surrounded by lush rainforest that hosts a rich array of species, including the Hawaiian honeycreeper and the Hawaiian hoary bat. These ecosystems are vital for water purification, habitat provision, and cultural enrichment, supporting practices and beliefs tied to the native Hawaiian concept of *mana*, or spiritual energy. The area is deeply embedded in local culture, serving as a site for inspiration and spiritual connection. However, threats such as invasive species, tourism pressure, and climate change jeopardize its ecological and cultural integrity.

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Corallorhiza maculata, commonly known as the spotted coralroot, is a striking orchid native to North American forests. Thriving in the shaded understory from Canada to Central America, this plant is notable for its lack of chlorophyll, relying instead on a symbiotic relationship with mycorrhizal fungi for nutrients. This unique adaptation makes it an important indicator of forest health and soil biodiversity. Spotted coralroot holds cultural significance for various indigenous groups, who use it in medicinal practices and spiritual rituals, acknowledging its role in the natural world's balance. However, this species faces threats from habitat loss due to logging, urban expansion, and climate change, which disrupt the delicate ecosystem dynamics it relies on for survival.

**This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.**

This video collectible, taken in December 2023, offers a rare glimpse into the everyday life of elk in Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley. The footage captures these magnificent creatures in their natural winter habitat, showcasing their grace and strength as they navigate the snowy landscape.

Elk are known for their annual migrations, a critical behavior for their survival. In Colorado, these migrations take them to different elevations throughout the year, following the seasons and the availability of food. However, their routes are increasingly threatened by human development and roads, which can fragment their habitats and disrupt these vital pathways.

Proceeds from this collectible support elk.basin and roaring-fork.basin, perpetual purpose trusts for the protection of elk habitat. This asset mitigates the impacts of habitat fragmentation and supports efforts to preserve the natural environment these elk call home.

This collectible is more than just evidence of elk in our shared world; it is an opportunity to engage in the conservation of elk and their habitats, ENSURING that they continue to be a part of our common heritage.

__This is a Certificate of Ensurance. Each Certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity. __

The lifestyle and fashion industry significantly depends on nature and is vulnerable to climate and nature-related risks. Clean air is crucial for production processes and worker health. Clean water is essential for textile dyeing and processing, while water abundance supports cotton cultivation and other raw materials. Healthy soils are vital for growing natural fibers like cotton, hemp, and bamboo. Climate stability ensures predictable growing seasons and supply chains. Risk resilience allows the industry to adapt to climate change impacts. Erosion control preserves fertile lands needed for fiber production, preventing degradation and ensuring sustainable sourcing.

Certificates of Ensurance, by BASIN, reduce these risks and increase resilience. Each certificate is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures the RealValue of Natural Capital in perpetuity.

Certificate purchases of this flow fund 14 stocks (ecosystems) and eight flows (ecosystem services) of natural capital. Proceeds directly support on the ground nature and climate projects that bolster the fashion and lifestyle industry.

The Great Horned Owl (Bubo virginianus) is a large, adaptable raptor found across the Americas, from the Arctic to South America. They inhabit a variety of ecosystems, including forests, deserts, and urban areas. Known for their distinctive hoots and formidable hunting skills, they prey on a wide range of animals, from small mammals to other birds, contributing to rodent control. Spiritually and culturally, they are often seen as symbols of wisdom and mystery in various indigenous cultures. However, these owls face threats from habitat loss, rodenticide poisoning, and human encroachment. Protecting their habitats and promoting safe pest control practices are essential for their conservation.

Each Certificate of Ensurance is a share in the BASIN Protocol which ensures Nature in perpetuity.