Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant

Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant risks and opportunities for businesses. Addressing these trends necessitates profound shifts in how investors and companies plan, operate, and compete globally.

As sustainability becomes mainstream, more companies are tying compensation to sustainability goals. This session, published May 13, 2014, features insights from the opening plenary of the Ceres Conference 2014 (Boston, April 30). Speakers include Paul Gilding (Environmentalist and Author), Mary O'Malley (Prudential), and Andrew Winston (Author of 'The Big Pivot').

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams, Noah Siegel (former Director of International Affairs), and Sean Robbins (Greater Portland Inc. president/CEO) discuss the region's competitive advantage in

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams, Noah Siegel (former Director of International Affairs), and Sean Robbins (Greater Portland Inc. president/CEO) discuss the region's competitive advantage in building green cities.

This discussion is drawn from "The Metropolitan Revolution: How Cities and Metros Are Fixing Our Broken Politics and Fragile Economy," a Brookings Institution publication. Download the accompanying iPad app.

Simon Baron-Cohen, Professor of Developmental Psychopathology at the University of Cambridge and Fellow at Trinity College, discusses social factors that erode empathy. These include obedience to

Simon Baron-Cohen, Professor of Developmental Psychopathology at the University of Cambridge and Fellow at Trinity College, discusses social factors that erode empathy. These include obedience to authority, ideological beliefs, stereotyping, and dehumanizing groups.

He directs the Autism Research Centre (ARC) in Cambridge. His notable books include *Mindblindness*, *The Essential Difference*, *Prenatal Testosterone in Mind*, *Zero Degrees of Empathy*, and *Autism and Asperger Syndrome: The Facts*. He is a Fellow of the BPS and the British Academy.

This content was published by TEDxHousesofParliament on September 12, 2012.

In an interview with Jungle Bird, Rebecca Moore, a computer scientist and software professional at Google, discussed her impactful work. She famously used

In an interview with Jungle Bird, Rebecca Moore, a computer scientist and software professional at Google, discussed her impactful work. She famously used Google Earth to halt the logging of over a thousand acres of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community.

Moore also initiated and leads the development of Google Earth Engine, a new technology platform supporting global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. She holds a bachelor's degree in AI from Brown University, a master's from Stanford, and is on leave from a Stanford Ph.D. program. This interview was published on Sep 16, 2014.

This interview, originally posted by MarkMolaro on November 25, 2007, features K. David Harrison. Harrison is an assistant professor of

This interview, originally posted by MarkMolaro on November 25, 2007, features K. David Harrison. Harrison is an assistant professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College, author of "When Languages Die: The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge," and Director of Research at the Living Tongues Institute. He was also featured in "The Linguists" documentary.

In this conversation, Harrison discusses the critical importance of the world's many threatened languages and the vital knowledge each uniquely preserves. He emphasizes the urgent need for more trained linguists to document these nearly extinct languages in remote regions before they are lost forever.

A 60-second animation by the Royal Society and the US National Academy of Sciences explains climate science.

Over the last 200 years, human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning, have

A 60-second animation by the Royal Society and the US National Academy of Sciences explains climate science.

Over the last 200 years, human activities, primarily fossil fuel burning, have increased atmospheric CO2 by 40%. If unchecked, these emissions could warm the planet by 2.6°C to 4.8°C this century, posing serious threats to societies and nature.

For more information, read the full document 'Climate Change: Evidence & Causes' on the Royal Society website: https://royalsociety.org/policy/projects/climate-evidence-causes/

Nature offers profound lessons in efficiency and design. Just as muscles strengthen with use and bones are structured for resilience, nature builds only what's needed. This principle, exemplified

Nature offers profound lessons in efficiency and design. Just as muscles strengthen with use and bones are structured for resilience, nature builds only what's needed. This principle, exemplified by bamboo's flexible yet strong tubular structure, inspires both structural integrity and captivating design.

Architect Markus draws heavily from this natural wisdom, creating modern organic designs that integrate materials like bamboo with advanced engineering. His approach aims to warm hearts and evoke smiles, assimilating structures seamlessly into their physical and cultural environments.

This philosophy was shared during a TEDx event. Learn more about independently organized TEDx talks here.

Judith Rodin emphasizes that future preparation requires building better cities. Dozens of global cities, from

Judith Rodin emphasizes that future preparation requires building better cities. Dozens of global cities, from New York to Dhaka, have recently endured large-scale catastrophes, including natural disasters, conflicts, and disease. In our interconnected world, these events harm vulnerable individuals, destabilize communities, and threaten entire societies.

Facing increasing city-wide risks, we must improve our ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Dr. Judith Rodin, President of the Rockefeller Foundation and author of *The Resilience Dividend*, offers groundbreaking research. She guides individuals, companies, and societies in averting disaster by fostering more dynamic, resilient urban environments.

Rodin's work explores critical questions, such as lessons from Japan's 2011 tsunami and Haiti's humanitarian aid. Her book, *The Resilience Dividend*, is available for order.

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in

Grandmother Maria Alice Campos Freire, born in Brazil, endured war and persecution from a young age. At 17, she was imprisoned and tortured while pregnant. After becoming a political refugee in Europe and Africa, she received amnesty to return to Brazil, where she led a spiritual community deep within the Amazon Rainforest. She shares insights into the Grandmothers and their vital mission.

Learn more about the International Council of Thirteen Indigenous Grandmothers here. A documentary featuring her teachings is available on DVD from the Earth & Spirit Council's website.

In OCEAN HEROES, Anna Cummins and Marcus Eriksen of the 5 Gyres Institute explain: WHAT IS A GYRE?

Learn more about protecting our oceans at