This B Corp Global Climate Summit session, part of the Day 2 Africa Regional Session, explores the circular economy. This model aims to eliminate waste, boost resource productivity, and redefine

This B Corp Global Climate Summit session, part of the Day 2 Africa Regional Session, explores the circular economy. This model aims to eliminate waste, boost resource productivity, and redefine how we design and reuse resources. With food waste alone contributing 3.3 billion tonnes of CO2 annually, and the linear economy's flaws exposed by COVID-19, the circular economy offers a new paradigm with an estimated $4.5 trillion annual economic potential by 2030.

The session will delve into applying circular principles to food waste management, how businesses adopt circularity for resilience, and real-world company case studies. It will also discuss the circular economy's potential for a green post-pandemic recovery. Speakers include Grace Wachori, Martha Nalweyiso, Matt Homewood, Daniel Chege, and Rita Atuti.

“The Seven Sacred Teachings” is an imaginative animated web series. Written by Anishinabe Elder David Courchene, directed by Erica Daniels (Peguis First Nation), and produced by Peg City

“The Seven Sacred Teachings” is an imaginative animated web series. Written by Anishinabe Elder David Courchene, directed by Erica Daniels (Peguis First Nation), and produced by Peg City Pictures Inc., it follows a young Indigenous boy on a vision quest. He encounters seven sacred animals who teach him how to live on Mother Earth.

Manitoba 150 proudly presents these animated short films, partnered with the Turtle Lodge and IG Wealth Management. The Turtle Lodge is an internationally recognized center for Indigenous education, sharing ancient knowledge and fostering connection to land and people. Discover more at theturtlelodge.org.

Ocean Elders was established to foster collaboration in ocean conservation.

Its distinguished members include

Ocean Elders was established to foster collaboration in ocean conservation.

Its distinguished members include Sir Richard Branson, Jackson Browne, Dr. Rita Colwell, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Dr. Sylvia A. Earle, Graeme Kelleher, Sven Lindblad, Her Majesty Queen Noor, Nainoa Thompson, Ted Turner, Captain Don Walsh, and Neil Young.

Arizona's Santa Rita Mountains, ancestral land of the Tohono O'odham (who call it Ce: wi Duag, or "Long Mountain"), are renowned for their natural beauty and rare wildlife, including ocelots and

Arizona's Santa Rita Mountains, ancestral land of the Tohono O'odham (who call it Ce: wi Duag, or "Long Mountain"), are renowned for their natural beauty and rare wildlife, including ocelots and jaguars. Despite this, a Canadian company seeks to blast a mile-wide, open-pit copper mine in this invaluable area.

For over a decade, a coalition of organizations and local governments has successfully resisted this project. A video, directed by Leslie Ann Epperson, features Austin Nuñez, Chairman of the San Xavier District of the Tohono O'odham Nation, and allies recounting their tale of resistance.

In southern Angola’s Banda Chibia, drought once forced residents like Rita to walk for water. This struggle has ended. Through a partnership between the Government of Angola, the European Union,

In southern Angola’s Banda Chibia, drought once forced residents like Rita to walk for water. This struggle has ended. Through a partnership between the Government of Angola, the European Union, and FAO, the Banda Chibia Dam now secures water for agriculture and livelihoods. With over 21 million cubic meters capacity, it irrigates 750 hectares, supporting thousands and enabling climate-smart agriculture and resilience.

Farmer Field Schools taught communities efficient water management and sustainable farming, resulting in green fields, year-round harvests, and improved incomes. Rita now harvests food, not searching for water. This project demonstrates how partnership and innovation transform vulnerability into hope.

Arizona's Santa Rita Mountains are a vital habitat for endangered jaguars, one of their few homes in the United States. However, this critical area faces an irreversible threat from the proposed

Arizona's Santa Rita Mountains are a vital habitat for endangered jaguars, one of their few homes in the United States. However, this critical area faces an irreversible threat from the proposed open-pit copper Rosemont Mine.

If constructed, the mine would cause irreversible damage to public lands with toxic output, threaten vital water resources, and imperil endangered species like jaguars and ocelots. Learn more about this urgent issue and how to protect these habitats: biodiv.us/2Wzrlzf.

Coleman's coral root is a rare desert orchid, endemic to southern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Only a few hundred of these unique flowers are known to exist.

A specimen was

Coleman's coral root is a rare desert orchid, endemic to southern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico. Only a few hundred of these unique flowers are known to exist.

A specimen was recently filmed in the Santa Rita Mountains, specifically within the area of the proposed Rosemont copper mine.

Learn more about Coleman's coral root: Center for Biological Diversity

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. A key panel, “No

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. A key panel, “No Greenwashing: Rejecting False Solutions to the Climate Crisis,” was held on June 23rd.

This panel featured a diverse group of international experts. The Assembly convened over 125 grassroots women leaders, global advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 unique panels, participants showcased diverse visions and strategies for a bold, transformative path to a healthy and just world.

On September 20, 2022, African feminist leaders convened to demand urgent, justice- and rights-centered climate action from governments ahead of COP27. During this event, they shared critical

On September 20, 2022, African feminist leaders convened to demand urgent, justice- and rights-centered climate action from governments ahead of COP27. During this event, they shared critical insights, solutions, and successful on-the-ground projects, emphasizing the vital role of African women's voices in climate discussions.

Speakers included Neema Namadamu (SAFECO/WECAN), Rita Uwaka (Friends of the Earth Africa), Sostine Namanya (NAPE), and Anne Songole (FEMNET). Osprey Orielle Lake (WECAN) moderated the discussion. This gathering was part of WECAN's three-day Climate Justice Forum, "Facing the Climate Emergency on the Road to COP27," held from September 20-22.