The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous

The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous Guatemalans, currently employing five attorneys and nine paralegals. This summer, the sanctuary is projected to win its 4,000th asylum case.

Michael Smith directs the Refugee Rights Program at the East Bay Sanctuary Covenant. With a background in anthropology and archaeology, he joined the sanctuary in 1984. Smith has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his dedicated work with refugees and law students.

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Fast fashion significantly contributes to global carbon emissions and waste. Shifting to sustainable fashion demands systemic change, from how materials are sourced and produced to how we consume

Fast fashion significantly contributes to global carbon emissions and waste. Shifting to sustainable fashion demands systemic change, from how materials are sourced and produced to how we consume and value clothing.

UK designers and collectives are finding local solutions, putting communities at the heart of sustainable fashion efforts. Marking Fashion Revolution Week, Patrick Grant and Zero Waste Leeds join the RSA to discuss how caring for our clothes can benefit makers, wearers, and the environment. They will explore UK production's potential to boost local economies, create quality jobs, and produce durable clothing.

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This session explores how circular economy principles boost creativity, featuring insights from circular fashion designer and system changer Patrick McDowell.

Thank you for watching. The

This session explores how circular economy principles boost creativity, featuring insights from circular fashion designer and system changer Patrick McDowell.

Thank you for watching. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insights. Learn more about our work here: www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org

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Amid global crises, we still have good news to share. This year, significant gains have been made for wild plants and animals. We've defeated pipelines, secured protections for endangered

Amid global crises, we still have good news to share. This year, significant gains have been made for wild plants and animals. We've defeated pipelines, secured protections for endangered wildlife, and ended a decades-long battle over a disastrous water project in the West.

These victories are a testament to collective energy, creativity, and tenacity. Join us in celebrating these successes in the fight for a livable planet. Our Nevada director, Patrick Donnelly, and North Carolina attorney, Perrin de Jong, will share their strategies for success.

Consumer sentiment had shifted away from disposable packaging, especially single-use plastics, until COVID-19 prompted a resurgence. Many assume single-use items are safer due to virus survival on

Consumer sentiment had shifted away from disposable packaging, especially single-use plastics, until COVID-19 prompted a resurgence. Many assume single-use items are safer due to virus survival on surfaces, but this isn't necessarily true.

For Plastic-Free July, we'll examine a circular model offering a hygienic alternative to single-use. Join 3BL Media, Loop's Anthony Rossi, and UPS's Patrick Browne on July 22 at 2 p.m. ET. We'll discuss Loop's "21st-century milkman" approach during COVID-19 and how circular systems can prevent a backslide on plastic waste.

Human population and demands are rapidly growing, straining our finite resources. By 2050, feeding 10 billion people will require more land, farmers, and energy. The critical challenge is

Human population and demands are rapidly growing, straining our finite resources. By 2050, feeding 10 billion people will require more land, farmers, and energy. The critical challenge is achieving this while regenerating our already degraded planet.

Discover how regenerative agroforestry offers a vital solution. This agricultural system mimics nature, preserving forests, mitigating climate change, and restoring planetary health.

Join Felipe Villela, founder of reNature, and Patrick Worms from the World Agroforestry Centre, to learn more.

On June 21, 2017, the summer solstice and National Aboriginal Day, Turtle Lodge Elders and representatives from the Original Nations lit a sacred fire at Manitou Api. The flame was brought to

On June 21, 2017, the summer solstice and National Aboriginal Day, Turtle Lodge Elders and representatives from the Original Nations lit a sacred fire at Manitou Api. The flame was brought to Winnipeg, where Elder Dave Courchene lit the Centennial Flame at the Manitoba Legislative Building. It will burn for one year, inspiring the province and nation.

This sacred flame launched the 2017 Canada Games torch run in Manitoba and later lit the Games' cauldron.

A video for the Canada Games was created by Patrick Roberge, PRP Inc. Acknowledgements go to the Elders for their vision and to Barry Mathers for his hard work with the Canada Games and Turtle Lodge.

Oceana Shark Scientist and Blogger Mariah Pfleger discusses philopatry in Bimini. Philopatry refers to the instinct of animals returning to their place of birth.

Music for this segment is

Oceana Shark Scientist and Blogger Mariah Pfleger discusses philopatry in Bimini. Philopatry refers to the instinct of animals returning to their place of birth.

Music for this segment is by Patrick Mustain. Learn more at patrickmustain.com.

Explore the co-benefits of addressing climate change and health, a positive narrative presented by Professor Sir Andy Haines of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

This

Explore the co-benefits of addressing climate change and health, a positive narrative presented by Professor Sir Andy Haines of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

This special keynote, focusing on the "good news story" of climate action, was introduced by Patrick Breysse from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. For more information, visit The Climate Reality Project.

The Climate Reality Project hosted a panel titled "Connecting Climate Change and Public Health: State of the Science," featuring experts on the health impacts of climate change. Jonathan Patz of

The Climate Reality Project hosted a panel titled "Connecting Climate Change and Public Health: State of the Science," featuring experts on the health impacts of climate change. Jonathan Patz of the University of Wisconsin moderated the discussion. For more details, visit climaterealityproject.org.

Speakers addressed critical areas such as heat (Kim Knowlton, NRDC/Columbia University), extreme weather and disasters (Mark Keim, DisasterDoc), and the food supply (Sam Myers, Harvard University). Glenn Morris (University of Florida) covered infectious diseases.

Additional topics included air quality and allergens, presented by Patrick Kinney (Boston University), and mental health, discussed by Lise Van Susteren (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health).