The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger

The "Oregon's Broad Hemp Future" panel, held on March 28, 2015, was led by hemp author Doug Fine. Panelists included Oregon Hemp Farmer Edgar J. Winters, Biomass Refinement Expert Ed Lehrberger (PureVision Technology), Don E. Wirtshafter (The Ohio Hempery), Oregon Hemp Attorney Courtney Moran, Rick Kiyak-Nighton (Tradewinds Hemp Co.), and Dave Seber (Hemp Shield Wood Treatments).

Special thanks are extended to Jerry Norton, the Oregon Hemp Convention, and the O.A.F.R.C.

Video by Barry Heidt; production by Brian ~The Red.

In 2018, scientists warned we have until 2030 to halve global emissions to avoid irreversible climate tipping points. Yet, that same year, Exxon aimed to increase oil and gas sales by 25% by 2030.

In 2018, scientists warned we have until 2030 to halve global emissions to avoid irreversible climate tipping points. Yet, that same year, Exxon aimed to increase oil and gas sales by 25% by 2030. This panel will explore three strategic approaches to target oil majors' bottom line and social license, aiming for an orderly wind-down of the fossil fuel industry within two decades and rapid growth of a clean energy economy.

Hosted by Rick Reed, Philanthropic Advisor, the panel features Sarah Thomas, Senior Advisor to the Funder Collaborative on Oil and Gas, and Rebekah Hinojosa, Sierra Club's Gulf Coast Campaign Representative.

This video tells the story of "Wood from the Hood" and a unique approach to reclaiming discarded trees from local neighborhoods. The urban trees are made into flooring, millwork, furniture

This video tells the story of "Wood from the Hood" and a unique approach to reclaiming discarded trees from local neighborhoods. The urban trees are made into flooring, millwork, furniture and accessories for the home and office.

Wood From The Hood produces high quality lumber and other wood products from the Twin Cities area "Urban Forest".  By reclaiming trees in our local area, we can produce high quality products from a sustainable resource and take one more step towards environmentally sensitive building and remodeling. Founded by indy and Rick Siewert this innovative company is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

This video features highlights from the Seattle Hempfest's 25th Anniversary in August 2016. It includes inspiring comments from cannabis activism award winners Joy Beckerman and Rick Steves, who

This video features highlights from the Seattle Hempfest's 25th Anniversary in August 2016. It includes inspiring comments from cannabis activism award winners Joy Beckerman and Rick Steves, who share their insights on cannabis leadership.

Produced and directed by Barry Heidt, for more information on the festival, visit Hempfest.org.

Hear from leading experts on the future of sustainable mobility. Speakers include Britta Gross (RMI), Michael Backstrom (Southern California Edison), Chris King (Siemens), and Rick Spina (General

Hear from leading experts on the future of sustainable mobility. Speakers include Britta Gross (RMI), Michael Backstrom (Southern California Edison), Chris King (Siemens), and Rick Spina (General Motors).

They will discuss the massive potential to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector by shifting towards an electrified, more efficient system.

Join CCL's Research Department (Rick Knight, Jerry Hinkle, and Dana Nucitelli) for a special training on recent research updates. They will review CCL's Household Impacts Study, RFF's analysis of

Join CCL's Research Department (Rick Knight, Jerry Hinkle, and Dana Nucitelli) for a special training on recent research updates. They will review CCL's Household Impacts Study, RFF's analysis of emissions under alternative climate policy proposals, and health impacts estimated from the latest IPCC Assessment Report. This session highlights CCL's commitment to robust economic modeling.

Supporting materials include presentation slides, the Household Impact Study, RFF Report, and IPCC Report. Access them via the following links:

Presentation Slides: cclusa.org/research-updates-cvt
Household Impact Study: citizensclimatelobby.org/household-impact-study
RFF Report: rff.org/publications/issue-briefs/emissions-projections-under-alternative-climate-policy-proposals/
IPCC Report: ipcc.ch/report/ar6/wg1/

Rick Rybeck of Just Economics delivered a brief presentation to the Center for State Innovation, addressing the concepts of smart and dumb

Rick Rybeck of Just Economics delivered a brief presentation to the Center for State Innovation, addressing the concepts of smart and dumb growth.

He highlighted "value capture" as a key technique. This method aims to fund infrastructure and create jobs, while simultaneously making housing more affordable and promoting sustainable development.

For further reading, see ShelterForce.