Trailer for movie End of Suburbia. Since World War II North Americans have invested much of their newfound wealth in suburbia. It has promised a sense of space, affordability, family life and

Trailer for movie End of Suburbia. Since World War II North Americans have invested much of their newfound wealth in suburbia. It has promised a sense of space, affordability, family life and upward mobility. As the population of suburban sprawl has exploded in the past 50 years, so too has the suburban way of life become embedded in the American consciousness. Suburbia, and all it promises, has become the American Dream.  Entire movie here on YouTube.

Kip Ward, owner of the Historic Anchor Inn in Lincoln City, Oregon, shares insights on sustainable

Kip Ward, owner of the Historic Anchor Inn in Lincoln City, Oregon, shares insights on sustainable living.

He emphasizes the critical importance of taking the initial step.

Ward encourages individuals to simply get started on their sustainability journey.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of Portland's Green Building program. He continues to work at the intersection of environmental issues, social justice, and the built environment.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability efforts, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal leaders to drive next-generation urban sustainability initiatives for the Portland metro region.

Bennett discusses EcoDistricts, stressing the need for a clear, integrated strategy. He believes positive change comes from enthusiastically pursuing tangible, local, sustainable solutions. His work continues at the intersection of environment, community social justice, and built form.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability progress, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Kate Miller, a Portland-based designer at Kate Miller Sustainable Interiors, specializes in lighting design, emphasizing energy conservation. She discusses her latest project with QUAD Inc., a

Kate Miller, a Portland-based designer at Kate Miller Sustainable Interiors, specializes in lighting design, emphasizing energy conservation. She discusses her latest project with QUAD Inc., a non-profit assisting low-income adults with severe physical disabilities, and her career in sustainable design.

Miller stresses collaboration and trust as keys to success, advocating for a focus on social equity this year.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability progress, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Dennis Wilde, a Principal at Gerding Edlen Development, is a nationally respected green building expert. He helped establish the Sustainable Solutions division of