The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted Black communities, exacerbating existing racial economic disparities. Black businesses faced closures, and workers endured layoffs or unsafe conditions. This reality highlights an urgent need to close the racial gap and achieve an equal, just recovery.

INFORUM convened a panel of experts, building on McKinsey & Company research, to outline paths for this recovery. This vital community program was made free to the public thanks to McKinsey & Co.

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Yale's Climate Change Communication research challenges common assumptions about American climate beliefs, revealing broad support for climate policies across the country. Their findings offer

Yale's Climate Change Communication research challenges common assumptions about American climate beliefs, revealing broad support for climate policies across the country. Their findings offer insights for anyone interested in public opinion on climate change.

Join Dr. Jennifer Marlon in a webinar to explore customizable Climate Opinion Factsheets. These tools help users understand public support for climate policies in specific states, congressional districts, and counties.

Access related resources, including Political Comparison Maps, Custom Factsheets, Opinion Maps, and Presentation Slides. For more reports or to join their mailing list, visit climatecommunication.yale.edu or contact them at climatechange@yale.edu.

On April 18, 2024, Indigenous youth leaders globally convened virtually at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). They presented strategies and solutions to address fossil fuel

On April 18, 2024, Indigenous youth leaders globally convened virtually at the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). They presented strategies and solutions to address fossil fuel extraction, deforestation, and the climate crisis.

Utilizing Indigenous knowledge, panelists championed Indigenous rights, self-determination, and climate justice, aiming for a healthy and equitable climate future. The event featured diverse Indigenous youth leaders from regions including Nepal, Turtle Island/USA, Kenya, and Norway.

Summit 21's second session, live-streamed in June 2021, explored growth in a circular economy. Discussions featured Dame Ellen MacArthur, Wolfgang Blau, Chile’s Environment Minister Carolina

Summit 21's second session, live-streamed in June 2021, explored growth in a circular economy. Discussions featured Dame Ellen MacArthur, Wolfgang Blau, Chile’s Environment Minister Carolina Schmidt, and a panel on circular economy investment with leaders from Morgan Stanley and BlackRock. H&M also shared insights on redesigning global supply chains for sustainable, inclusive growth.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. For more insightful videos, subscribe to our YouTube channel. Find out more about our work and follow us online:

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The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the Bay Area's tech and innovation economy. While some companies adopt permanent remote work, others have folded, and many tech employees have

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the Bay Area's tech and innovation economy. While some companies adopt permanent remote work, others have folded, and many tech employees have relocated. These shifts raise critical questions about the region's future economy.

Join us for the first in a series of conversations exploring San Francisco's post-pandemic economy. This event features Jennifer Stojkovic (sf.citi) and Ahmad Thomas (Silicon Valley Leadership Group), moderated by Sean Randolph (Bay Area Economic Institute). Tune in Thursday, March 18, at 9:30 AM PDT.

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Jerry Hinkle will present two papers: one by Noah Kaufman on carbon price rates needed to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and another by Dr. Drew Shindell on the health benefits of climate

Jerry Hinkle will present two papers: one by Noah Kaufman on carbon price rates needed to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and another by Dr. Drew Shindell on the health benefits of climate policies like the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). Rick Knight will then provide an overview of the Household Impact Study, detailing EICDA's estimated impact on American households down to each U.S. zip code.

Additionally, a team will review CCL’s analysis of the June 2020 Lobby Day notes. For more information, explore the Economics of Carbon Fee & Dividend, the Economics Policy Network, the Household Impact Study, and the 2020 June Meeting Analysis. Specific sections can be accessed via timestamps.

Investors are increasingly backing the circular economy, reflecting a growing awareness. Paul Bodnar (BlackRock) and Audrey Choi (Morgan Stanley) highlight its long-term value and investment

Investors are increasingly backing the circular economy, reflecting a growing awareness. Paul Bodnar (BlackRock) and Audrey Choi (Morgan Stanley) highlight its long-term value and investment opportunities, especially given finite resources. This discussion is from an Ellen MacArthur Foundation show.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy, which aims to eliminate waste, circulate materials, and regenerate nature through design.

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Moon Mother Hemp Company and Earth Guardians are hosting a virtual series to highlight hemp as a dynamic solution to the climate crisis. Panels, chosen by the Earth Guardians' Youth Council,

Moon Mother Hemp Company and Earth Guardians are hosting a virtual series to highlight hemp as a dynamic solution to the climate crisis. Panels, chosen by the Earth Guardians' Youth Council, feature industry specialists.

The July webinar, "Building Tomorrow: Hemp as a Construction Resource," explores hemp's role as an eco-ally for future cities. From Hemp-crete to other building materials, hemp sequesters carbon and creates healthier structures for residential, commercial, and urban planning. This readily available, regenerative resource offers a vision for sustainable construction today.

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CCL's Legislative Coordinator, Morgan McCue, provides a legislative update on the new "Save Our Future Act." Introduced on June 16 by Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Brian Schatz, this landmark

CCL's Legislative Coordinator, Morgan McCue, provides a legislative update on the new "Save Our Future Act." Introduced on June 16 by Senators Sheldon Whitehouse and Brian Schatz, this landmark carbon pricing policy is similar to the 2019 American Opportunity Carbon Fee Act.

The legislation sets an ambitious carbon price to reduce U.S. emissions. It also addresses environmental justice, invests in coal communities for a clean energy transition, and protects American households with regular rebates and funding for further reductions.

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