On March 29, 2010, the coalition Keep Nestle Out of the Gorge, led by Food & Water Watch, launched a campaign against Nestle Waters North

On March 29, 2010, the coalition Keep Nestle Out of the Gorge, led by Food & Water Watch, launched a campaign against Nestle Waters North America. They opposed a proposed water bottling facility in Cascade Locks, Oregon, fearing it would commodify public water resources and endanger native salmon and steelhead.

The coalition argues that such a facility would jeopardize local wildlife. As of April 2012, Food & Water Watch seeks support for a legal appeal to defend Oregon's water from Nestlé. Make a donation to the Crag Law Center to aid this effort.

Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection

Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection exploring cross-species connections and animals' central role in human life. Orlean shared her lifelong fascination with human-animal interaction.

She was joined by journalist Julia Flynn Siler. The Commonwealth Club, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts diverse speakers at over 400 annual events.

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Explore how a circular economy can future-proof European cities and create investment opportunities. In the third "Circling Back" episode of the Circular Economy Show, Lou Waldegrave speaks with

Explore how a circular economy can future-proof European cities and create investment opportunities. In the third "Circling Back" episode of the Circular Economy Show, Lou Waldegrave speaks with Julia Okatz (Systemiq) and Joss Bleriot (Ellen MacArthur Foundation). They discuss how circular strategies integrate nature into urban environments, building resilience against extreme weather while generating significant economic, environmental, and social benefits. This approach offers a powerful, nature-positive way forward for cities facing climate stress.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, champions the circular economy—a design-driven model eliminating waste and regenerating nature. Discover more about circular cities and the Foundation's work on their website. Subscribe to their YouTube channel and follow them on Instagram and LinkedIn to support their mission.

Since 1987, Karin and Lennart recorded weather every third hour from Falsterbo, Sweden. Despite a "lousy salary" and automation, they never missed an observation in 36 years. Their daughter,

Since 1987, Karin and Lennart recorded weather every third hour from Falsterbo, Sweden. Despite a "lousy salary" and automation, they never missed an observation in 36 years. Their daughter, director Maja K. Mikkelsen, tells this heartwarming love story, revealing lasting happiness in profound connection with nature and everyday rhythms.

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Decades of commercial overfishing and bottom trawling have devastated Scotland's west coast waters. Patagonia Films' "The Custodians" follows four local Scots reclaiming their natural coastlines,

Decades of commercial overfishing and bottom trawling have devastated Scotland's west coast waters. Patagonia Films' "The Custodians" follows four local Scots reclaiming their natural coastlines, restoring wildlife, creating sustainable industries, and demonstrating how to work with, not against, our ocean.

Committed to combating extinction, Patagonia leverages its business and resources for environmental action. Learn more about the film and its mission at patagonia.com/oceans.

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured a panel titled

The Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by the Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured a panel titled “Implementing the Escazu Agreement: Protecting Women Land Defenders and the Defense of Nature in Latin America & the Caribbean.” This session, held on June 27th, included distinguished panelists such as Patricia Madrigal Cordero, Ruth Spencer, Fany Kuiru Castro, and Patricia Gualinga.

The virtual Assembly brought together over 125 grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants shared diverse strategies for a healthy and just world, with interpretation in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.

Resources from the panel and Assembly are available here. Learn more about the Assembly here.

Discover the decade-long commitment of Albanian environmental campaigners Besjana Guri and Olsi Nika, whose lives have been shaped by the Vjosa river. This short film, directed by Elton Baxhaku

Discover the decade-long commitment of Albanian environmental campaigners Besjana Guri and Olsi Nika, whose lives have been shaped by the Vjosa river. This short film, directed by Elton Baxhaku and produced by Barraka Production, highlights their journey from accidental activists.

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This episode of the Circular Economy Show features Julia Okatz (Systemiq) and Joss Bleriot (Foundation Executive Lead). They discuss the "Building Prosperity" report, exploring how cities and

This episode of the Circular Economy Show features Julia Okatz (Systemiq) and Joss Bleriot (Foundation Executive Lead). They discuss the "Building Prosperity" report, exploring how cities and built environments can foster a nature-positive circular economy for Europe. Learn more about the report on our Building Prosperity page.

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On June 27, 2022, a discussion explored Blue Shield's latest Youth Climate Survey, focusing on how climate change impacts the mental health of young people.

The event featured insights

On June 27, 2022, a discussion explored Blue Shield's latest Youth Climate Survey, focusing on how climate change impacts the mental health of young people.

The event featured insights from David W. Bond (Director of Behavioral Health, Blue Shield of California—Promise Health Plan), youth environmental activist Kat Lee (APEN), and student representative Maya Gomez (Mind Out Loud, Whitney High School). Additional speakers included Antoinette Mayer (Senior Director, Corporate Citizenship, Blue Shield), Joel Castro (President, Cesar Chavez Service Club), and co-host Michelle Meow (Producer and Host, "The Michelle Meow Show").

This episode of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Circular Economy Show explores the vital link between a healthy economy and a thriving natural environment. We delve into the Foundation’s

This episode of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Circular Economy Show explores the vital link between a healthy economy and a thriving natural environment. We delve into the Foundation’s latest report, "Building Prosperity: Unlocking the Potential for a Nature Positive Circular Economy for Europe," addressing biodiversity decline.

Joined by report lead Julia Okatz (Systemiq) and Joss Bleriot (EMF), we discuss how cities and built environments can foster a nature-positive circular economy. Discover strategies to transform urban spaces, reduce material consumption, regenerate nature, and create economic opportunities.

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