Karl-Henrik Robèrt, a Swedish cancer scientist and leading figure in the global sustainability movement, developed the Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development, also known as The Natural

Karl-Henrik Robèrt, a Swedish cancer scientist and leading figure in the global sustainability movement, developed the Framework for Strategic Sustainable Development, also known as The Natural Step Framework. This framework provides a scientific approach to implementing sustainability, offering the "missing piece" for effective action.

Arising from extensive consultations across diverse sectors, the framework outlines system conditions for sustainability. Robèrt, an internationally renowned change agent and Blue Planet Prize laureate, even secured the imprimatur of the King of Sweden. You can download a picture book explaining this concept here.

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"The Roots of Sustainability Thinking" by Dr. Karl-Henrik Robert, a Swedish cancer doctor, explores his journey in founding The Natural Step. He established this initiative to introduce scientific

"The Roots of Sustainability Thinking" by Dr. Karl-Henrik Robert, a Swedish cancer doctor, explores his journey in founding The Natural Step. He established this initiative to introduce scientific principles into environmental debates and provide a robust framework for action.

In an interview by filmmaker Barry Heidt, Robert discusses his personal path to creating a shared vision for planetary well-being and achieving prosperous lives without environmental degradation. More videos on Portland's sustainability progress are available on The Natural Step's YouTube channel.

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley Community Development Fund, the event opened with Senator Bob Hasegawa emphasizing the long-term impact of such initiatives.

The distinguished panel included Council member Licata; Karl Beitel, Director of the Public Bank Project, who delivered an exceptional historical overview of public banking versus privatization; Dr. Thomas Keidel from the Federation of German Banks; and Gwendolyn Hallsmith, Executive Director of the Public Banking Institute and author of Creating Wealth: Growing Local Economies with Local Currencies.