Published December 2, 2025, by The New Press, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" by Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Beyond Plastics is an

Published December 2, 2025, by The New Press, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" by Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Beyond Plastics is an Amazon Editors' Pick. This powerful investigation reveals plastic's devastating impact on human health and the environment, from poisoned oceans and polluted air to microplastic contamination and environmental racism.

The book critically examines plastic's paradox, challenging the belief that recycling alone can solve the crisis. Instead, it debunks industry claims and emphasizes the urgent need for action, offering practical solutions like a "household waste audit" to empower readers. Learn more at: beyondplastics.org/publications/problem-with-plastic-book (ISBN: 9781620979457).

Kashmala Kakakhel, an expert in international climate finance policy, discusses how climate change will determine tomorrow's winners and losers. With over 14 years of experience, she ensures

Kashmala Kakakhel, an expert in international climate finance policy, discusses how climate change will determine tomorrow's winners and losers. With over 14 years of experience, she ensures climate funding meets developing countries' needs and designs projects for international funds.

Since 2016, Kashmala has advised Pakistan's representative to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Board. In 2020, as Lead Co-Chair Advisor for over 130 developing nations, she facilitated the approval of 37 projects totaling US$2.1 billion and led the GCF's Strategic Plan update. Her prior leadership at CDKN also significantly advanced climate finance access and contributed to the UN Warsaw International Mechanism on Loss and Damage. She is also an author and TEDx speaker. Learn more at TEDx.

Sustainability Illustrated provides engaging videos for learning and teaching, created by sustainability consultant Alexandre Magnin (amcreative.org).

Sustainability Illustrated provides engaging videos for learning and teaching, created by sustainability consultant Alexandre Magnin (amcreative.org). Explore more videos on sustainabilityillustrated.com and YouTube. Stay updated by subscribing (alturl.com/jc8u6), supporting on Patreon, or connecting via Twitter and Facebook.

This video introduces Natural Capitalism, a business model that values natural and human resources, alongside vital ecological services. It advocates for treating nature's contributions as assets on a balance sheet, akin to 'taking good care of the goose that lays the golden egg'. The collapse of the Atlantic northwest cod fishery exemplifies the consequences of ignoring natural capital; treating cod as an infinite resource led to its depletion and the demise of a 500-year industry. A natural capitalism approach would have managed cod as a living resource, ensuring replenishment rates were respected and focusing on the service of feeding people sustainably. Similarly, for a clothing company, this means accounting for the full value of all inputs—from cotton and dyes to human labor—on the balance sheet. Learn more about Natural Capitalism on Wikipedia and natcap.org.

This framework highlights that the economy is nested within society, which in turn depends on the environment. Therefore, economic and social prosperity are fundamentally reliant on natural and human capital. Businesses globally are adopting this model, finding innovation and competitive advantages. Future videos will delve into successful company examples, circular economy, biomimicry, and related business opportunities.

On April 8, 2024, CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce hosted a WCEF Side Event webinar: "How the new EU institutions can kickstart the Circular Economy." Ahead of European elections,

On April 8, 2024, CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce hosted a WCEF Side Event webinar: "How the new EU institutions can kickstart the Circular Economy." Ahead of European elections, experts discussed the circular economy's political role. A recent ESABCC report highlights minimal EU progress in circular material use, increasing from 10.8% (2010) to 11.7% (2021).

To meet the EU's 2030 goal of doubling this rate, a tenfold increase in current annual progress requires more recycling and less material demand. The Taskforce, established in 2021 to drive policy, will release a report later this year. It will set the EU's circular economy policy agenda for the next five years, recommending actions to accelerate the shift to climate-neutral materials.

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This session gathers FAO Members from Europe and Central Asia to discuss critical food and

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This session gathers FAO Members from Europe and Central Asia to discuss critical food and agriculture issues. Under the theme "Uniting for sustainability," it focuses on integrating climate action, biodiversity, and land restoration for resilient agrifood systems, aligning with the FAO Strategic Framework. Topics include agrifood financing, external crises, and future FAO priorities.

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Tajikistan hosts the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026, bringing together FAO Members from Europe and Central Asia. The conference, themed "Uniting for

Tajikistan hosts the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026, bringing together FAO Members from Europe and Central Asia. The conference, themed "Uniting for sustainability," focuses on integrating climate action, biodiversity, and land restoration to advance resilient agrifood systems.

Aligned with the FAO Strategic Framework, discussions cover sustainable natural resource management, climate adaptation, and biodiversity conservation. The agenda also addresses external factors, including multiple crises, agrifood system financing, and the war in Ukraine's impact, aiming to strengthen regional food security and set future FAO priorities.

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Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This key regional platform brings together FAO Members and stakeholders from across Europe and

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This key regional platform brings together FAO Members and stakeholders from across Europe and Central Asia for strategic dialogue on critical food and agriculture issues facing the region.

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Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This key event brings together FAO Members from across Europe and Central Asia, along with

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This key event brings together FAO Members from across Europe and Central Asia, along with representatives from UN agencies, NGOs, academia, and the private sector, to engage in strategic dialogue on pressing food and agriculture issues.

Under the theme "Uniting for sustainability," the conference will focus on integrating climate action, biodiversity conservation, and land restoration to advance sustainable, resilient, and inclusive agrifood systems. Discussions will also cover sustainable natural resource management, agrifood system financing, and the impact of external factors, including the war in Ukraine, guiding FAO's future work in the region. © FAO: http://www.fao.org

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This vital session convenes FAO Members from across Europe and Central Asia, alongside government

Tajikistan will host the 35th FAO Regional Conference for Europe (ERC35) from May 11-15, 2026. This vital session convenes FAO Members from across Europe and Central Asia, alongside government representatives, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders. It serves as a key regional platform for strategic dialogue on the most pressing food and agriculture issues.

Under the theme "Uniting for sustainability," the Conference will focus on integrating climate action, biodiversity conservation, and land restoration to advance sustainable, resilient agrifood systems. Discussions will also cover external crises, agrifood system financing, and future priorities, all aligned with the FAO Strategic Framework 2022–2031.