Transportation policymakers face a critical dual challenge: electrifying the nation's vehicle fleet and establishing a stable funding source. As the U.S. shifts to electric vehicles, the

Transportation policymakers face a critical dual challenge: electrifying the nation's vehicle fleet and establishing a stable funding source. As the U.S. shifts to electric vehicles, the traditional reliance on motor fuel taxes is unsustainable, necessitating new models like mileage fees or carbon taxes.

This vital discussion features U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Senator Alex Padilla, and other experts. The program is supported by the Mineta Transportation Institute at San José State University.

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information and upcoming events, visit: SUBSCRIBE | UPCOMING EVENTS | BECOME a MEMBER | DONATE NOW | Watch & Listen | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Published December 2, 2025, by The New Press, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" by Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Beyond Plastics is an

Published December 2, 2025, by The New Press, "The Problem with Plastic: How We Can Save Ourselves and Our Planet Before It's Too Late" by Judith Enck, Adam Mahoney, and Beyond Plastics is an Amazon Editors' Pick. This powerful investigation reveals plastic's devastating impact on human health and the environment, from poisoned oceans and polluted air to microplastic contamination and environmental racism.

The book critically examines plastic's paradox, challenging the belief that recycling alone can solve the crisis. Instead, it debunks industry claims and emphasizes the urgent need for action, offering practical solutions like a "household waste audit" to empower readers. Learn more at: beyondplastics.org/publications/problem-with-plastic-book (ISBN: 9781620979457).

This video, featuring Rollie from Climate Town, explains why the "carbon footprint" concept is a scam. BP oil created this idea decades ago to shift responsibility for carbon emissions from

This video, featuring Rollie from Climate Town, explains why the "carbon footprint" concept is a scam. BP oil created this idea decades ago to shift responsibility for carbon emissions from corporations to individuals, effectively an elaborate victim-blaming scheme. While individual footprints matter, their existence is largely due to fossil fuel companies like BP fighting against a transition from oil and gas.

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Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a radically different future.

Born in France, of Jamaican and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape descent, Slam boasts a distinguished academic and legal career. A Division 1 Rower, he earned multiple degrees and, in law school, led student associations and wrote an award-winning paper on Indian Water rights. He will continue his legal education at UCLA.

As an Earth Guardians board member, Slam empowers diverse youth to lead on climate issues. Join him in making positive change. Start your activism with Earth Guardians at www.earthguardians.org.

The Obama Administration's proposal to open the Southeast coast to offshore drilling threatens jobs, tourism, and risks devastating oil spills. Communities, elected leaders, and industries across

The Obama Administration's proposal to open the Southeast coast to offshore drilling threatens jobs, tourism, and risks devastating oil spills. Communities, elected leaders, and industries across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia oppose this plan. The administration is currently reexamining and revising its proposed leasing plan.

For more details on the proposal and grassroots opposition, visit Protect Our Coast Now and Oceana's Grassroots Opposition page. Music by Adam Lindquist. Sounds from Freesound.org users nicStage, patchen, fedexico, soundmary, Corsica_S, and Loremonger, under an Attribution license.

"Solving for Z" explores IFMGA guide Zahan Billimoria’s relationship with the exhilarating highs and profound risks of big mountain skiing. The film delves into the gap between perception and

"Solving for Z" explores IFMGA guide Zahan Billimoria’s relationship with the exhilarating highs and profound risks of big mountain skiing. The film delves into the gap between perception and reality in high-consequence environments, questioning what we are willing to risk.

Education is paramount for mountain safety. Learn more about Zahan's Samsara Mountain Experience programs or find opportunities in your own area: samsaraexperience.com.

A Patagonia Presents film by Teton Gravity Research, "Solving for Z" features Zahan Billimoria, Kim Billimoria, and others.

The ability to create and destroy friction defines organizational genius. Organizational friction occurs when obstacles slow or frustrate actions for customers, employees, or leaders. While often

The ability to create and destroy friction defines organizational genius. Organizational friction occurs when obstacles slow or frustrate actions for customers, employees, or leaders. While often seen as negative, author Bob Sutton argues we can harness it for benefit.

In his book, "The Friction Project," Sutton emphasizes first determining if an action is "right" or "wrong." Right actions should be fast and relatively frictionless, possibly with constructive friction. Wrong actions, conversely, are often full of friction.

Learn two easy tricks to solve problems and make friction your secret weapon.

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The Yale Environmental Sustainability Summit featured two key plenary panels. The first, "Flowing Capital to a Sustainable Future," explored impact investing with Yale alumni. Panelists included

The Yale Environmental Sustainability Summit featured two key plenary panels. The first, "Flowing Capital to a Sustainable Future," explored impact investing with Yale alumni. Panelists included Tom Hodgman (NatureVest), Jeff Possick (MissionPoint Partners), Shelby Semmes (Intervale Advisors), and Adam Wolfensohn (Encourage Capital), moderated by Terry Kellogg (Helios Capital Ventures).

The second plenary, "Moving Ahead: Change Making, Sound Science, and the Rule of Law," discussed future directions. Speakers were Paul Anastas (Yale), Tom McHenry (Vermont Law School), and William K. Reilly (World Wildlife Fund; former EPA Administrator). Ingrid C. Burke, Dean of F&ES, served as moderator.

Vince Hall challenges conventional hunger solutions, arguing communities already possess enough food. He debunks traditional approaches and their environmental impact, advocating for effective

Vince Hall challenges conventional hunger solutions, arguing communities already possess enough food. He debunks traditional approaches and their environmental impact, advocating for effective food rescue programs to end hunger and save the planet.

As CEO of Feeding San Diego, the county’s leading hunger relief agency, Hall spearheads innovative food rescue efforts. Under his leadership, the organization provides over 25 million meals annually, addressing hunger for one-eighth of San Diegans, including 127,000 children.

Hall brings extensive nonprofit and public sector management experience, notably as Staff Director for Governor Gray Davis. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

SustainablePR's Tony DeFazio interviews Adam Reed, founder of Tangleroot Farm, to discuss their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.

This interview explores the sustainability

SustainablePR's Tony DeFazio interviews Adam Reed, founder of Tangleroot Farm, to discuss their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.

This interview explores the sustainability benefits of local agriculture. It details how CSA, a farm share providing monthly certified organic produce to consumers and markets, strengthens local economies by shortening food supply chains.