Rafael was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv with editing support by Tom Hopkins of

Rafael was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv with editing support by Tom Hopkins of Sustainable Today at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon, September 8-10, 2010. 

Title: Environmental Sustainability and Saving Resources by Rafael Gallo

Rafael Gallo has pursued his passion for whitewater paddling from learning to paddle in the Great Smoky Mountains of the United States during college to founding and growing one of the best rafting companies in the world in his native Central America, based in Costa Rica. He has introduced thousands to the sport of paddling, led the fight to save the world-renowned Pacuare River from the first dam threat in the 1990s, purchased and protects 2000 acres of rainforest along the Pacuare and Rios’ eco-lodge. has planted almost 14,000 native tree species as part of the United Nations Environmental Program “Plant for the Planet: Billion Tree Campaign.”  More information on community development visit this Website.

Artist Amy Livingstone of SacredArtstudio.net provided a creative respite for students at the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher

Artist Amy Livingstone of SacredArtstudio.net provided a creative respite for students at the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) 2014 Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon. Her initiative offered a break from the demands of learning and networking.

The project was interviewed by Barry Heidt of GeoSpirit.tv and produced by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

Published January 27, 2017, this interview features Don Morse of the Oregon Cannabis Business Council.

He shares his inspiring personal story and insights into the miraculous healing

Published January 27, 2017, this interview features Don Morse of the Oregon Cannabis Business Council.

He shares his inspiring personal story and insights into the miraculous healing properties of cannabis plant medicine.

The discussion was conducted by Barry Heidt.

David Tucker, Director of Pachamama Journeys, lives in Ecuador, supporting indigenous peoples. He oversees Pachamama

David Tucker, Director of Pachamama Journeys, lives in Ecuador, supporting indigenous peoples. He oversees Pachamama Journeys, a transformational program designed to reconnect participants with the Earth, themselves, and others.

Through direct experience with wild nature, indigenous cultures, and shared group activities, the program offers a powerful, experiential journey.

Tucker was interviewed in Ecuador by Barry Heidt of Sustainability Action Media (SAM). This interview was part of a SAM campaign with EarthSayers.tv, titled *Ecuadorian Wisdom Keepers Speaking on Behalf of Mother Earth*.

The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger

The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger (PureVision Technology), Don E. Wirtshafter (The Ohio Hempery), Oregon Hemp Attorney Courtney Moran, Rick Kiyak-Nighton (Tradewinds Hemp Co.), and Dave Seber (Hemp Shield Wood Treatments).

Special thanks are extended to Jerry Norton, the Oregon Hemp Convention, and the O.A.F.R.C.

Video by Barry Heidt; production by Brian ~The Red.

Published on December 19, 2016, the Women Grow Cultivating Cannabis Leadership Conference was held in Portland,

Published on December 19, 2016, the Women Grow Cultivating Cannabis Leadership Conference was held in Portland, Oregon.

Participants included Amy Peradotta, Sara Holmes, Mary Lou Barton, David Muret, Amanda Conley, and Shabnam Malek. Panel speakers featured Claire Kaufmann, Jesce Horton, Erious Johnson, Jenny Diggles, and James Morris.

The event was produced by Barry Heidt, known for his YouTube channel, AllCannabis Considered.tv.

Join CCL's Alexis Hermosillo, Amanda Christophe, and Matias Alberola for a training exploring the link between severance fees and carbon pricing. This session covers current trends and future

Join CCL's Alexis Hermosillo, Amanda Christophe, and Matias Alberola for a training exploring the link between severance fees and carbon pricing. This session covers current trends and future actions.

The training examines the scope and use of U.S. severance fee tax revenue, its relation to carbon pricing, and actionable steps for future policy.

Access presentation slides, NCSL research, Dr. Barry Rabe’s research, and a related presentation for more information.

Mike and JoAnna Bresnan of Costa Rica's, Children Feeding Children, program and the change and transformation that is occurring around the world. They introduce interviews with Annie Leonard and

Mike and JoAnna Bresnan of Costa Rica's, Children Feeding Children, program and the change and transformation that is occurring around the world. They introduce interviews with Annie Leonard and David Orr while attending the 2010 Bioneers Conference held October 15-17, 2010 in San Rafael, California.

Filmed by Barry Heidt of GeoSpirit.tv and edited by Rob Russo.