This instructional video, demonstrating Chesapeake Energy's hydraulic fracturing (fracking) process for natural gas wells, was initially public on YouTube but later reclassified as "private."

This instructional video, demonstrating Chesapeake Energy's hydraulic fracturing (fracking) process for natural gas wells, was initially public on YouTube but later reclassified as "private." EarthSayers maintains a link in the event it becomes available again.

For more information on fracking, visit www.hydraulicfracturing.com. Review a news story about spills and contamination from a Chesapeake Energy drilling site here. Additionally, read our January 1, 2013, article on fracking in the Sustainability Advocate blog.

On December 3, 2007, the ICCFoundation highlighted efforts in biodiversity conservation. This work focuses on overcoming political

On December 3, 2007, the ICCFoundation highlighted efforts in biodiversity conservation. This work focuses on overcoming political opposition to ensure wilderness freedom.

The Patagonia Land Trust, also known as Conservacion Patagonica, has been instrumental in these efforts. This organization, dedicated to preserving critical lands in southern Chile and Argentina, established two national parks under the stewardship of Kris and Doug Tompkins.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of Portland's Green Building program. He continues to work at the intersection of environmental issues, social justice, and the built environment.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability efforts, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community Watch" empowers non-profits, communities, and indigenous peoples worldwide by applying Google's mapping tools to foster a sustainable society.

A computer scientist, Moore's personal Google Earth work was instrumental in stopping the logging of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community. She also initiated and leads Google Earth Engine, a platform for global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. Moore holds degrees from Brown and Stanford Universities.