Can you name a few rewilding success stories around the world?

Switzerland is a great example. Its pure democracy elements like referendums let citizens have a big say in national matters. It has led to stable policies on everything from economic development to social welfare. For instance, when it comes to new infrastructure projects, the people get to vote, ensuring the projects have public support.

London has had success with its congestion charge. It has been effective in reducing the number of cars in the central part of the city. This has led to less traffic congestion, which in turn has made it easier for buses and other public transport to move around. Additionally, the revenue from the congestion charge has been used to improve public transport services, like upgrading bus stops and buying new buses.

China is another country with remarkable renewable energy success stories. China has been rapidly expanding its wind and solar energy capacity. It has vast solar farms in the deserts and large - scale wind farms in suitable areas. This expansion is driven by the need to reduce pollution and meet the growing energy demands of its huge population. China's investment in renewable energy technology also helps in making it more affordable globally.

Sure. In Israel, they have achieved great success in desert agriculture. Despite the arid conditions, they use advanced irrigation techniques like drip irrigation. This method delivers water directly to the roots of plants, minimizing water wastage. As a result, they are able to grow a variety of crops in the desert, making the most of limited water resources.

In Scotland, the rewilding efforts on some estates have shown positive results. The return of native tree species has improved soil quality. Birds of prey, such as golden eagles, have increased in number. The restoration of peatlands has also been part of the success. Peatlands are important for carbon storage and water regulation, and through rewilding, they are being revived.

In the UK, the Thompson Sheep Farm has a long - standing success story. They have preserved traditional sheep breeds and are highly regarded for their heritage - breed lamb. Their marketing focuses on the unique taste and texture of these traditional breeds. In the United States, the Garcia Sheep Farm has done well. They started with a small herd but through careful expansion and investment in research on better feed, they have grown into a profitable operation.

Malawi is an interesting 'third world success story'. It has made significant progress in agriculture, especially in the production of maize. The government has been promoting sustainable farming practices. Also, it has been working on improving access to education. In South America, Bolivia has had some success. It has been more assertive in using its natural resources, like lithium, for the benefit of its people. It has also been working on social programs to reduce poverty.

Colonel Sanders. He had a hard life, with his business ideas failing for a long time. He was rejected over a thousand times when he tried to sell his fried chicken recipe. But finally, Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) was born and became a global fast - food giant.

Sure. In India, there are permaculture initiatives in rural areas. Farmers have adopted permaculture to deal with water scarcity. They built small check dams and swales to capture and store rainwater. As a result, they could irrigate their fields during dry seasons, and the water also recharged the groundwater table. Their crops grew better, and they became more resilient to droughts.

One notable slave success story is that of Sojourner Truth. She was a former slave who became a powerful advocate for women's rights and the abolition of slavery. She was born into slavery in New York and managed to escape with her infant daughter. Afterward, she traveled around the country, speaking out against slavery and for equal rights for all.