Achieving net-zero goals requires significant private sector support. This talk explores securing corporate buy-in for a broad carbon tax, ensuring workers have sufficient green skills, and

Achieving net-zero goals requires significant private sector support. This talk explores securing corporate buy-in for a broad carbon tax, ensuring workers have sufficient green skills, and addressing concerns that climate initiatives might undermine business competitiveness.

Jamus Lim, an associate professor of economics at ESSEC Asia Pacific and a Member of Singapore's 14th Parliament, leads this discussion. He brings extensive experience from senior economist roles at the World Bank and Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, and as chief economist for ThirdRock Group. His expertise spans international macro-finance, political economy, and development economics.

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When a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, residents were evacuated and quickly told it was safe to return. Yet, many soon fell ill, compelling them to uncover the full truth of what

When a train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, residents were evacuated and quickly told it was safe to return. Yet, many soon fell ill, compelling them to uncover the full truth of what occurred.

The disaster involved the draining and burning of toxic vinyl chloride, a chemical with devastating consequences. Join us in urging the EPA to ban this dangerous substance. Learn more and add your name:

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When an Ohio town faced a train derailment, residents evacuated, only to be told it was safe two days later. However, many soon fell ill, prompting them to uncover the truth about what truly

When an Ohio town faced a train derailment, residents evacuated, only to be told it was safe two days later. However, many soon fell ill, prompting them to uncover the truth about what truly occurred in East Palestine.

The incident involved the disastrous draining and burning of toxic vinyl chloride. Join us in urging the EPA to ban this dangerous chemical. Learn more and add your name to the petition: beyondplastics.org/ban

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights how a circular economy for food is thriving in East Africa, with farmers and entrepreneurs in Kenya and Uganda achieving profit while protecting nature.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation highlights how a circular economy for food is thriving in East Africa, with farmers and entrepreneurs in Kenya and Uganda achieving profit while protecting nature. Five films showcasing these circular food systems will be available from July on the Foundation's digital channels.

As a UK charity, the Ellen MacArthur Foundation accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insights. Explore their Food initiative, "Inside the Circular Economy: Africa" learning opportunities, and connect with them via their website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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.

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan

Activist Fadi Elsalameen, a critic of Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and Hamas, will discuss Arab-Israeli progress toward Middle East peace with journalist and author Jonathan Curiel. Elsalameen will also address corruption under President Abbas.

Born in Hebron, Elsalameen is an adjunct senior fellow at the American Security Project and a Johns Hopkins SAIS graduate. This MLF (Middle East) event, organized by Celia Menczel, takes place Thursday, April 29, at 10:00 AM PDT.

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Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his talk, he explains how environmental and man-made factors create "disparity by design" in places like East Palo Alto and East Jerusalem, offering elegant solutions.

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Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in

Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in 1984, leads the Refugee Rights Program. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, the sanctuary has aided thousands and expects to win its 4,000th asylum case this summer. Smith has received awards for his work with refugees and law students.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Hosting over 400 annual events, it has featured a diverse array of speakers, from Teddy Roosevelt to Hillary Clinton, Martin Luther King, and Ronald Reagan.

The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous

The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous Guatemalans, currently employing five attorneys and nine paralegals. This summer, the sanctuary is projected to win its 4,000th asylum case.

Michael Smith directs the Refugee Rights Program at the East Bay Sanctuary Covenant. With a background in anthropology and archaeology, he joined the sanctuary in 1984. Smith has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his dedicated work with refugees and law students.

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Leaps and Bounds is a feature-length dance film by The Affording Hope Project and Amoeba Films, featuring Tevyn East. This work uses storytelling, music, and movement to explore personal

Leaps and Bounds is a feature-length dance film by The Affording Hope Project and Amoeba Films, featuring Tevyn East. This work uses storytelling, music, and movement to explore personal and cultural transformation, advocating for a new relationship with Earth that promotes human well-being and ecological health.

The Affording Hope Project, a theatrical production company, utilizes art to educate and inspire alternative ways of sufficiency and solidarity. Get your DVD here.