NAU will host renowned author, botanist, and MacArthur Fellow Robin Wall Kimmerer for a free public talk on September 9, 2025. Kimmerer, celebrated for her book "Braiding Sweetgrass," will share

NAU will host renowned author, botanist, and MacArthur Fellow Robin Wall Kimmerer for a free public talk on September 9, 2025. Kimmerer, celebrated for her book "Braiding Sweetgrass," will share insights on Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and plant teachings.

This event is part of the 17th Biennial Conference of Science & Management, organized by NAU’s Center for Adaptable Western Landscapes (CAWL). The talk will be livestreamed.

The Independent Lens documentary "Greener Pastures" premieres March 25, 2024, on PBS.

This film addresses the mental health crisis facing American farmers, intensified by climate change,

The Independent Lens documentary "Greener Pastures" premieres March 25, 2024, on PBS.

This film addresses the mental health crisis facing American farmers, intensified by climate change, the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and isolation. It follows four Midwest family farms over several years, highlighting their perseverance and survival within the heartland's farming industry.

For more information, visit pbs.org/greenerpastures. Produced by Ian Robertson Kibb.

Matt Damon and Gary White's book, "The Worth of Water," chronicles their mission to end the global water crisis. It illuminates the urgent reality that over three-quarters of a billion people lack

Matt Damon and Gary White's book, "The Worth of Water," chronicles their mission to end the global water crisis. It illuminates the urgent reality that over three-quarters of a billion people lack clean water, and 1.7 billion lack access to a toilet, perpetuating poverty and disease worldwide.

The authors, co-founders of Water.org and WaterEquity, share their conviction that this crisis is solvable. Through market-driven solutions, their organizations have empowered over 40 million people across various regions with access to vital water and sanitation. All book proceeds support Water.org.

Learn more about their impactful work at Water.org and WaterEquity. Purchase "The Worth of Water" here: Book Link.

Indigenous Pacific peoples possess centuries of deep ocean knowledge. Today, commercial farming, overfishing, resource extraction, and global warming severely threaten these vital ocean

Indigenous Pacific peoples possess centuries of deep ocean knowledge. Today, commercial farming, overfishing, resource extraction, and global warming severely threaten these vital ocean ecosystems, intensifying the climate crisis.

A panel of three leaders, intimately familiar with land-ocean relationships, will explore strategies to restore balance to the Pacific and the planet. Moderated by Alexis Bunten, the discussion features Loa Niumeitolu, Kiana Frank, and Andrea Kealoha. This talk was delivered at the 2023 Bioneers Conference.

James Lovelock, renowned for his Gaia theory, views Earth as a complex, interacting system akin to a single organism. His latest book warns of the planet's current distress.

In a recent

James Lovelock, renowned for his Gaia theory, views Earth as a complex, interacting system akin to a single organism. His latest book warns of the planet's current distress.

In a recent interview, Lovelock delivered a final warning for Earth's future, yet also shared his excitement about an upcoming space trip.

The Rights of Nature movement, launched in 2006, is rapidly expanding, with over three dozen U.S. communities adopting laws to protect ecosystems. This program features Native American attorneys

The Rights of Nature movement, launched in 2006, is rapidly expanding, with over three dozen U.S. communities adopting laws to protect ecosystems. This program features Native American attorneys Frank Bibeau (Minnesota Chippewa Tribe) and Samantha Skenandore (Ho-Chunk/Oneida), alongside legal leader Thomas Linzey (Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights). They discuss strategies to advance these rights.

Explore resources: Changing Everything, The Rights of Nature Movement, and Bioneers Rights of Nature Deep Dive. This episode is from the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series; visit the radio and podcast homepage.

Lichens, a complex symbiosis of fungi and algae, are now recognized as intricate micro-ecosystems. Despite their ecological importance, these diverse organisms are often overlooked. They thrive in

Lichens, a complex symbiosis of fungi and algae, are now recognized as intricate micro-ecosystems. Despite their ecological importance, these diverse organisms are often overlooked. They thrive in varied habitats, from lush forests to the Sonoran Desert, which alone supports over a third of North America's lichen species.

Join lichen expert Dr. Frank Bungartz for a Speaker Series talk exploring what lichens are, where they are found, and their fundamental role in ecosystems. Dr. Bungartz, Collections Manager at ASU's Lichen Herbarium, will share insights from his extensive research on lichen diversity and function in regions like the Sonoran Desert, Galapagos, and Ecuador.

The Linus Pauling Memorial Lecture Series was held in Portland, Oregon, on October 24, 2019. This event has accumulated 6,001 views.

The lecture series covers various

The Linus Pauling Memorial Lecture Series was held in Portland, Oregon, on October 24, 2019. This event has accumulated 6,001 views.

The lecture series covers various subjects, including "Gaia," an ancient term for the Earth.

Heather McGhee, former president and trustee emeritus of Demos, champions deep democracy as the solution to inequality and climate change. She argues that America's evolving population can meet

Heather McGhee, former president and trustee emeritus of Demos, champions deep democracy as the solution to inequality and climate change. She argues that America's evolving population can meet these challenges, fostering an equal say and economic opportunity for all.

A national thought leader, McGhee notably helped shape key provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HLMe22HCu8

Harp seal pups are born with white coats, maturing into adults with silver-white fur and distinctive black, harp-shaped markings that give them their name.

Warming oceans pose an

Harp seal pups are born with white coats, maturing into adults with silver-white fur and distinctive black, harp-shaped markings that give them their name.

Warming oceans pose an existential threat to these ice-dwelling seals. Oceana campaigns against climate change drivers like offshore drilling and promotes renewable energy. Support our work by making a [symbolic harp seal adoption](https://bit.ly/3o7nlEU); all gifts protect marine life.

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