Kellie Berns, EG's International Programs Director, recently joined Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers for a discussion.

Their conversation explored the history of Earth Guardians and

Kellie Berns, EG's International Programs Director, recently joined Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers for a discussion.

Their conversation explored the history of Earth Guardians and strategies for fostering a healthier, more sustainable planet for future generations.

This video observes traffic on Portland, Oregon's Steel Bridge, raising questions about crude oil transport in urban areas. It urges citizens to challenge leaders on the risks of such movements.

This video observes traffic on Portland, Oregon's Steel Bridge, raising questions about crude oil transport in urban areas. It urges citizens to challenge leaders on the risks of such movements. Produced by Ruth Ann Barrett for her PDXDowntowner YouTube Channel, published April 2, 2015.

For additional context, The New York Times documentary, 'A Danger on the Rails,' addresses similar issues in Albany, New York. This piece is part of the EarthSayers.tv 'High Risk Energy Alternatives' collection, available here. Published April 22, 2015.

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was

This solution tackles pollution, water waste, and aesthetic problems of surface parking lots in Portland, Oregon. Inspired by NPR's "Building Sponge City" concept (January 2015), the content was curated by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

A multidisciplinary team developed this initiative, including Mary Vogel of PlanGreen (Regenerating Communities), Kelli A. Grover of Firwood Design Group (Surveying, Engineering, Planning), Maria Cahill of Green Girl Land Development Solutions (Cost-Effective Storm Water Infrastructure), Suenn Ho of Resolve Architecture (Architectural and Urban Design), and Marianne Zarkin (Landscape Architects).

The standard Triple Bottom Line (TBL) of Planet, People, and Profit often overlooks equity, viewing people as consumers rather than citizens. Julia Anastasio, Director of Sustainability for the

The standard Triple Bottom Line (TBL) of Planet, People, and Profit often overlooks equity, viewing people as consumers rather than citizens. Julia Anastasio, Director of Sustainability for the American Public Works Association (APWA), emphasizes social sustainability, community well-being, and the vital role of public works.

Anastasio shared these insights during an interview with Ruth Ann Barrett of Earthsayers.tv at the APWA Sustainability in Public Works Conference, held June 27-29 in Portland, Oregon.

On March 13, 2025, Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.org interviewed Kellie Berns of Earth Guardians. They discussed Earth Guardians' core focus on climate

On March 13, 2025, Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.org interviewed Kellie Berns of Earth Guardians. They discussed Earth Guardians' core focus on climate justice and its mission to increase global youth involvement in environmental protection.

Video footage is excerpted from "What If Indigenous Futures: Voices of Tomorrow's Leaders" (edited by SanTeena Pugliese) and "Youth Power: Rena's Journey with Earth Guardians Crews & Project Grants." Both full videos are available on the Earth Guardians Kids YouTube channel. Photographs are by Earth Guardians.

Social entrepreneur Ruth von Heusinger demonstrates how capitalism can combat climate change. Her non-profit, ForTomorrow, founded in December 2019, enables individuals to purchase European

Social entrepreneur Ruth von Heusinger demonstrates how capitalism can combat climate change. Her non-profit, ForTomorrow, founded in December 2019, enables individuals to purchase European CO2-emission rights. This makes influencing the European economy's carbon footprint as simple as online shopping.

A physicist with prior experience in renewable energies and emissions trading, Ruth established ForTomorrow to create a direct impact in Europe. In her TEDx talk, she explains the EU emission trading system and how individual actions can make a tangible difference. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Adrián Cerezo, PhD, MESc, presented his BIOMES talk, "The Smallest Acorn, the Largest Oak."

This presentation focused on policies that support the youngest children, highlighting their

Adrián Cerezo, PhD, MESc, presented his BIOMES talk, "The Smallest Acorn, the Largest Oak."

This presentation focused on policies that support the youngest children, highlighting their role as foundational seeds for global climate action and sustainable development.