Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He

Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He highlighted that a smaller environmental footprint leads to greater long-term profit, stressing the social and prosperity elements where Walmart, as the largest private employer in the U.S. with 2.2 million global employees, has significant impact.

The conference, hosted by *The Wall Street Journal*, gathers leaders to discuss business and environmental issues. Yet, critics like Dr. Chet Bowers argue that genuine sustainability is hindered by "deep cultural assumptions" of an individualistic, consumer-dependent society, despite corporate efforts.

Despite California's global warming legislation, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, potentially leading to a four-degree annual temperature increase. This highlights an urgent

Despite California's global warming legislation, greenhouse gas emissions continue to rise, potentially leading to a four-degree annual temperature increase. This highlights an urgent environmental challenge.

Randy Hayes, founder of the Rainforest Action Network and described by the Wall Street Journal as “an environmental pit bull,” is addressing this. From Washington D.C., he leads Foundation Earth, a new organization dedicated to rethinking human systems to align with the planet’s life support capabilities.

Tim Higgins, a Wall Street Journal reporter, offers an insider's look at Elon Musk's Tesla in his book, Power Play: Tesla, Elon Musk, and the Bet of the Century. The book details Tesla's

Tim Higgins, a Wall Street Journal reporter, offers an insider's look at Elon Musk's Tesla in his book, Power Play: Tesla, Elon Musk, and the Bet of the Century. The book details Tesla's tumultuous history, from its early struggles and rival attacks to its triumph in making electric vehicles widely available and affordable, fundamentally changing the future of transportation.

Join Higgins and fellow WSJ columnist Joanna Stern for a discussion on Tesla's rise and its implications for a tech-driven future. This event is hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum.

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This episode, originally streamed live on September 24, 2020, featured a dialogue on braiding Indigenous and scientific ways of knowing for improved stewardship outcomes.

Moderated by Dr.

This episode, originally streamed live on September 24, 2020, featured a dialogue on braiding Indigenous and scientific ways of knowing for improved stewardship outcomes.

Moderated by Dr. Nancy Turner, the discussion included Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, Miles Richardson, O.C., Dr. David Suzuki, and Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Jr.

Maria Tuzova tackles the challenge of discussing environmental issues, like recycling, when public indifference is high due to over-discussion. She explores strategies to overcome this apathy,

Maria Tuzova tackles the challenge of discussing environmental issues, like recycling, when public indifference is high due to over-discussion. She explores strategies to overcome this apathy, aiming to re-engage people on topics that concern us all.

This presentation was given at a TEDx event, an independently organized local conference adhering to the TED format. For more information, visit https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The Peacock mantis shrimp, a vibrant crustacean inhabiting Indo-Pacific coral reefs, is renowned for its incredibly fast and powerful punch.

This strike, delivered with specialized front

The Peacock mantis shrimp, a vibrant crustacean inhabiting Indo-Pacific coral reefs, is renowned for its incredibly fast and powerful punch.

This strike, delivered with specialized front appendages, is among the fastest movements in the animal kingdom. It is strong enough to shatter aquarium glass and effectively dispatch prey.

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In a BorderViews video, campaigner Laiken Jordahl highlights ongoing border wall construction at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.

This development immediately threatens endangered

In a BorderViews video, campaigner Laiken Jordahl highlights ongoing border wall construction at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument.

This development immediately threatens endangered species, Native American sacred sites, and protected wilderness areas.

Border Patrol is consuming millions of gallons of groundwater for wall construction in southeastern Arizona. This practice imperils rare desert springs and the endangered species that depend on

Border Patrol is consuming millions of gallons of groundwater for wall construction in southeastern Arizona. This practice imperils rare desert springs and the endangered species that depend on them.

We visited the San Bernardino National Wildlife Refuge on the border to observe the impact firsthand.

Filmed at the new border wall construction within Arizona's Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, this poem addresses the complex struggles unfolding along the border.

It powerfully conveys

Filmed at the new border wall construction within Arizona's Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, this poem addresses the complex struggles unfolding along the border.

It powerfully conveys the challenges faced by migrants seeking refuge, the fragmentation of wildlife populations and ecosystems, and the militarization impacting indigenous communities.

Robin Wall Kimmerer, a mother, scientist, and Citizen Potawatomi Nation member, is an acclaimed author. Her books, including the widely praised "Braiding Sweetgrass" (also adapted for young

Robin Wall Kimmerer, a mother, scientist, and Citizen Potawatomi Nation member, is an acclaimed author. Her books, including the widely praised "Braiding Sweetgrass" (also adapted for young adults) and award-winning "Gathering Moss," highlight Indigenous wisdom and scientific knowledge, fostering ecological understanding through plants.

This short film is part of The Arachne Project, a May 2024 gathering by Oregon State University's Spring Creek Project. This diverse community of writers, scientists, and Indigenous leaders explored new visions for conservation in an uncertain future. Learn more at https://beav.es/arachne.