Gro Harlem Brundtland and Jim MacNeil, leaders of the Brundtland Commission, conducted extensive public hearings worldwide. Their work culminated in "Our Common Future" (1987), a landmark report

Gro Harlem Brundtland and Jim MacNeil, leaders of the Brundtland Commission, conducted extensive public hearings worldwide. Their work culminated in "Our Common Future" (1987), a landmark report that fostered global consensus by overcoming ideological barriers.

Madame Brundtland's book, related to this work, can be ordered from Amazon or purchased at local bookstores.

David Korten, author of "Agenda for a New Economy," presented at the 39th Trinity Institute National Theological Conference. His address explored "Radical Abundance: A Theology of

David Korten, author of "Agenda for a New Economy," presented at the 39th Trinity Institute National Theological Conference. His address explored "Radical Abundance: A Theology of Sustainability."

Learn more about David Korten at davidkorten.org. His book, "Agenda for a New Economy," can be ordered from Amazon.com.

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

Fred Kirschenmann, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, asserts that organic farming doesn't automatically equate to sustainability. He advocates for a shift

Fred Kirschenmann, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, asserts that organic farming doesn't automatically equate to sustainability. He advocates for a shift from a "steady state" to "resiliency," noting that "greening up" isn't enough.

Kirschenmann, a third-generation organic farmer and long-time leader, highlights the unsustainable depletion of finite energy (hydrocarbons) and water resources. He warns that technology alone cannot provide substitute solutions. This insight stems from his talk at the Organicology conference.

The TED (Technology, Entertainment, and Design) "Ideas Worth Spreading" collection highlights architect and designer William McDonough. He challenges us to envision buildings and products designed

The TED (Technology, Entertainment, and Design) "Ideas Worth Spreading" collection highlights architect and designer William McDonough. He challenges us to envision buildings and products designed with "All children, all species, for all time" in mind. Explore more at TED.com.

Order his influential book, "Cradle to Cradle," from Amazon.

Dr. Margaret Wheatley (Meg) champions community as the answer to navigating chaotic times. She writes, teaches, and speaks on organizing work and cultivating strong relationships to withstand

Dr. Margaret Wheatley (Meg) champions community as the answer to navigating chaotic times. She writes, teaches, and speaks on organizing work and cultivating strong relationships to withstand increasing turbulence.

Wheatley asserts that fostering community is crucial, whatever the problem. Her insights are explored in her book, available on Amazon.com.