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.

WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed world governments at the UN ahead of COP26, declaring a refusal to sacrifice future generations for corporate greed and political power. She

WECAN Executive Director Osprey Orielle Lake addressed world governments at the UN ahead of COP26, declaring a refusal to sacrifice future generations for corporate greed and political power. She urged leaders to fight for social, racial, economic justice, and Indigenous and human rights, emphasizing that communities need climate justice now.

Lake demanded an end to "sacrifice people" and "sacrifice zones," challenging governments to confront the fossil fuel industry and deliver the promised $100 billion for a just transition. Highlighting that current commitments fall short of the 1.5°C target, she presented a "Call to Action" from the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice, outlining existing frameworks.

Read the Call to Action Statement here and the Framework Recommendations here.

Author David Wallace-Wells warns that coral reefs may not survive another generation, potentially facing total extinction by 2050 without significant policy changes. He highlights that humanity is

Author David Wallace-Wells warns that coral reefs may not survive another generation, potentially facing total extinction by 2050 without significant policy changes. He highlights that humanity is already experiencing a mass extinction event. The World Wildlife Fund reports a 60% decline in vertebrate mammals since 1970, while insect populations may have plummeted by 75% in recent decades.

Our oceans currently absorb much of the atmospheric emissions, preventing even higher global temperatures. However, they remain highly vulnerable to pollution and other impacts. Wallace-Wells, author of "The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming" (https://amzn.to/2Of5N3y), emphasizes the critical state of these vital ecosystems. For more details, read the full transcript at BigThink.com.

Sristi Kamal, Oregon Representative for Defenders of Wildlife, testified for House Bill 2548, which proposes a study to fund wildlife crossings and safe passage structures on Oregon highways. The

Sristi Kamal, Oregon Representative for Defenders of Wildlife, testified for House Bill 2548, which proposes a study to fund wildlife crossings and safe passage structures on Oregon highways. The goal is to reduce collisions and protect ecosystems.

Kamal emphasized the severe economic and ecological impacts of wildlife collisions, including property damage, human injury, and animal loss. Collisions hinder species' movement, food access, and genetic diversity. A neighboring state estimated $2.5 million in annual collision costs on just 12.5 miles of highway. She argued the study is crucial to finding solutions, demonstrating that passage benefits will far outweigh initial investment, preventing further losses. Kamal urged continued engagement in the Oregon Legislative session to support better wildlife policies.

At the TED

At the TED conference in Vancouver, Michael Murphy, co-founder and CEO of MASS Design Group, discussed architecture's transformative power. Drawing from his father's cancer journey, he highlighted how the built environment can impact community health and wellbeing. Murphy showcased humanitarian projects such as the Butaro Hospital in Rwanda and the GHESKIO Cholera Treatment Center in Haiti.

He posed a key question: "What more can architecture do?" This led his firm to consider how projects could create jobs, source regionally, and invest in community dignity. Murphy concluded by previewing MASS Design Group's collaboration with the Equal Justice Initiative on a national memorial to victims of lynching, asserting that "Great architecture can give us hope. Great architecture can heal."

The Pitchfork Ranch is a vital restoration project in southwestern New Mexico, addressing the global climate crisis. For 21 years, A. Thomas Cole and his wife Lucinda have transformed 11,300

The Pitchfork Ranch is a vital restoration project in southwestern New Mexico, addressing the global climate crisis. For 21 years, A. Thomas Cole and his wife Lucinda have transformed 11,300 acres, restoring a rare ciénaga wetland, desert grassland, and critical wildlife corridors.

Their work fosters carbon sequestration, enhances wildlife habitats, and supports the reintroduction of endangered species. Cole, a former lawyer, will share this inspiring story in a Speaker Series talk, weaving together themes of history and environmental action. The Pitchfork Ranch offers a powerful example for anyone seeking to contribute to a better planet.

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Climate change demands urgent action from the world’s largest corporate emitters and their investors. Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit, is at the forefront of this effort, driving progress at

Climate change demands urgent action from the world’s largest corporate emitters and their investors. Ceres, a sustainability nonprofit, is at the forefront of this effort, driving progress at the necessary speed and scale.

Mindy Lubber, CEO and President of Ceres since 2003, is a global thought leader inspiring institutional investors and corporate executives to integrate sustainability into decision-making. Under her leadership, Ceres has significantly grown in influence, helping shift the climate conversation to focus on jobs and the economy. She received the UN 'Champions of the Earth' award and was recognized on Barron’s list of most influential women in U.S. finance.

Prior to Ceres, Lubber served as a Regional Administrator at the U.S. EPA. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more here.

Recovery Cafe is a refuge of hope, healing, and transformation. It values individuals often ignored, offering loving attention. Through good nutrition, connection, and community, it combats

Recovery Cafe is a refuge of hope, healing, and transformation. It values individuals often ignored, offering loving attention. Through good nutrition, connection, and community, it combats isolation, loneliness, and recidivism.

This membership organization is not a drop-in or crisis center; it helps people find value and come back to life. After viewing the trailer, visit their website.

The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's

The Northern White Rhinoceros is functionally extinct due to poaching, with only two individuals remaining. A video featuring Dr. Barbara Durrant explores whether the San Diego Zoo Safari Park's "frozen zoo" can reverse this. This unique biotech facility aims to use in vitro fertilization to implant a Northern White Rhino embryo into a closely related Southern White Rhino. If successful, this groundbreaking procedure could rescue critically endangered species and potentially resurrect extinct ones.

Originally created by Freethink, the full video is available on Big Think's YouTube channel. A transcript of the video can be read here.

The Association of Space Explorers (ASE) united astronauts from multiple nations, including Germany, Japan, US, and India, to send a vital message of solidarity, hope, and collaboration to

The Association of Space Explorers (ASE) united astronauts from multiple nations, including Germany, Japan, US, and India, to send a vital message of solidarity, hope, and collaboration to political leaders concerning climate change. This powerful initiative aims to inspire action during a crucial time.

For deeper insight into the Overview Effect and astronaut experiences, explore "OVERVIEW" on YouTube and "PLANETARY," available on iTunes. The video was produced by astronaut Ron Garan and the award-winning Planetary Collective, in association with Daria Lopez-Alegria of Space Bridges.

Learn more at weareplanetary.com.