The World Bank Group supports a sustainable cattle ranching program in Colombia's Orinoquía region. This initiative uses silvopastoral methods, integrating trees, forage, and livestock, to help

The World Bank Group supports a sustainable cattle ranching program in Colombia's Orinoquía region. This initiative uses silvopastoral methods, integrating trees, forage, and livestock, to help farmers adapt to climate change. As a leading source of funding and knowledge for low-income countries, the World Bank Group is dedicated to reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development.

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Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact of tourism on local communities.

The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to

The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to reverse ocean degradation and restore its full health and productivity.

Chaired by former Costa Rican President José María Figueres, South African minister Trevor Manuel, and former UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband, the Commission brings together senior political figures, business leaders, and development specialists from around the world.

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These institutions often perpetuate human and Indigenous rights violations, particularly in extractive industries. A recent event highlighted the need for these entities to implement FPIC, Indigenous rights, and due diligence, while investing in climate justice solutions centered on Traditional Ecological Knowledge.

Given the climate crisis, respecting Indigenous knowledge, ways of life, and FPIC—including the right to say “no� to extraction—is paramount, as 80% of Earth's biodiversity remains on Indigenous lands. This discussion took place at a formal side-event of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2022, featuring Indigenous women leaders and global advocates like Sônia Guajajara and Casey Camp-Horinek.

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125

The Women’s Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This virtual forum united over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries, offering 25 panels with diverse strategies for a healthy, just world. Interpretation was provided in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Learn more: wecaninternational.org/womens-assembly

Among the key sessions was "On Fire! Youth Leading the Way," held on June 26th. Moderated by Niria Alicia Garcia, the panel featured prominent youth climate and human rights activists: Mitzi Jonelle Tan, Maria Reyes, Samaï Malaïca Gualinga, and Xiye Bastida. Resources from this and other panels are available here: Assembly Resources

In November 2018, California's Camp Fire devastated Paradise, killing 85 and destroying over 18,000 structures. Reporter Lizzie Johnson, who covered the disaster, now presents her book, *Paradise:

In November 2018, California's Camp Fire devastated Paradise, killing 85 and destroying over 18,000 structures. Reporter Lizzie Johnson, who covered the disaster, now presents her book, *Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire*. It details the fire, examines failures, and suggests ways to avert future tragedies amid worsening climate change.

Join Johnson (The Washington Post) in conversation with ProPublica's Elizabeth Weil on August 2, 2021. This timely discussion will revisit the Paradise tragedy, its recovery, and the increasing dangers of wildfires in our "new normal."

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information: SUBSCRIBE for more VIDEOS | UPCOMING EVENTS | BECOME a MEMBER | DONATE NOW | Watch & Listen | CWC Facebook | CWC Instagram | CWC Twitter

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was curated by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

A multidisciplinary team developed this initiative, including Mary Vogel of PlanGreen (Regenerating Communities), Kelli A. Grover of Firwood Design Group (Surveying, Engineering, Planning), Maria Cahill of Green Girl Land Development Solutions (Cost-Effective Storm Water Infrastructure), Suenn Ho of Resolve Architecture (Architectural and Urban Design), and Marianne Zarkin (Landscape Architects).

Neil Theise, a professor, Zen Buddhist, and author of Notes on Complexity, delivered a thought-provoking keynote at SustainableBrands. His work bridges

Neil Theise, a professor, Zen Buddhist, and author of Notes on Complexity, delivered a thought-provoking keynote at SustainableBrands. His work bridges empirical science, philosophy, and metaphysics to view the universe as a vast, self-organizing system.

We invited him to our "Living Between Worlds" conversation to explore these ideas' implications for sustainability and regeneration. View the discussion and share what shifted for you.

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Ahead of COP26, Ursula Woodburn, Head of EU Relations for CLG Europe, met with Maria Letizia Mariani, Chief Commercial Officer, and Steve Meadows, Director of Services & Operations, from

Ahead of COP26, Ursula Woodburn, Head of EU Relations for CLG Europe, met with Maria Letizia Mariani, Chief Commercial Officer, and Steve Meadows, Director of Services & Operations, from Signify.

CLG Europe is a cross-sectoral EU business voice, convened by the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), advocating for a climate-neutral economy. It develops ambitious positions and engages with high-level policymakers, including EU climate ministers and MEPs, through its Green Growth Partnership. Representing diverse businesses across Europe, CLG Europe is also a founder of the We Mean Business Coalition.

Surfer Yusei Ikariyama, from Amami ÅŒshima, leads a movement to protect his island's biodiverse coastline and coral reefs from industrial development. Patagonia Films' documentary short,

Surfer Yusei Ikariyama, from Amami ÅŒshima, leads a movement to protect his island's biodiverse coastline and coral reefs from industrial development. Patagonia Films' documentary short, *Totoganashi*, chronicles Yusei's evolution from pro surfer and father to the founder of NEDI, a nonprofit named for the space where ocean meets land.

Inspired by the local saying, "one fight bleeds for three generations," Yusei unites his community to preserve their shared coastline. Patagonia supports such efforts, using its resources to address the threat of extinction facing all life on Earth. Subscribe to learn more: [Subscribe](https://pat.ag/Subscribe). Find more at [Patagonia's Official Site](https://pat.ag/Patagonia).