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.

Srihari Balakrishnan, an MS (Chemical Engineering) from Cornell University, presents a significant idea on industrial water efficiency and its link to clean drinking water. His insights emerged

Srihari Balakrishnan, an MS (Chemical Engineering) from Cornell University, presents a significant idea on industrial water efficiency and its link to clean drinking water. His insights emerged from developing the 'Greenest Mill in the World'.

As Managing Director of KG Denim Limited and Sri Kannapiran Mills Ltd., and President of RndSoft, Balakrishnan shared his vision at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Rick Ridgeway, Patagonia's Vice President of Environmental Programs and Communications, was a keynote speaker at the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Portland, Oregon. The event,

Rick Ridgeway, Patagonia's Vice President of Environmental Programs and Communications, was a keynote speaker at the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Portland, Oregon. The event, held September 8-10, was sponsored by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES).

Ridgeway was interviewed by Barry Hiedt of Sustainable Action Media (SAM) for Earthsayers.tv. In the interview, he urged individuals to identify one specific area each day where they can effect positive change.

Jay Inslee uniquely prioritized climate change in the 2020 presidential race, a focus now amplified by the Green New Deal and rising voter awareness. As constituents feel global warming's effects,

Jay Inslee uniquely prioritized climate change in the 2020 presidential race, a focus now amplified by the Green New Deal and rising voter awareness. As constituents feel global warming's effects, Republicans increasingly acknowledge the issue, with former Representatives Ryan Costello and Carlos Curbelo highlighting its growing importance.

However, Christine Pelosi of the DNC notes that for some frontline communities, immediate economic concerns can overshadow long-term climate threats. Despite political risks, there's a growing call to prioritize climate solutions over political careers. #letstalkclimate Learn more at climateone.org.

President Jim Yong Kim urges more aggressive global action to tackle climate change. A new scientific

President Jim Yong Kim urges more aggressive global action to tackle climate change. A new scientific report, 'Turn Down the Heat', warns that the world is barreling down a path to heat up by 4 degrees at the end of the century if the global community fails to act.

This inaction would trigger a cascade of cataclysmic changes. These include extreme heatwaves, declining global food stocks, and a sea-level rise affecting hundreds of millions of people. The report underscores the critical need for immediate intervention to avert these devastating outcomes.

Democracy Now reported on the People's Climate Movement, a historic march in New York City that gathered indigenous, labor, and faith groups. Expected to be the largest climate change protest in

Democracy Now reported on the People's Climate Movement, a historic march in New York City that gathered indigenous, labor, and faith groups. Expected to be the largest climate change protest in history, organizers anticipated over 100,000 participants.

This massive demonstration, part of 2,000 global solidarity events, occurred ahead of a United Nations climate summit. The broadcast featured discussions with key leaders from the labor, indigenous, faith, and climate justice communities. Watch the full segment on Democracy Now.

This text provides an overview of a three-day green roof course, led by Dusty Gedge and John Little. The course highlights the significant benefits of green roofs, including enhanced biodiversity,

This text provides an overview of a three-day green roof course, led by Dusty Gedge and John Little. The course highlights the significant benefits of green roofs, including enhanced biodiversity, extended roof waterproofing lifespan, and contributions to nature conservation.

For additional information, please visit LivingRoofs.org. Dusty Gedge also serves as President of the European Federation of Green Roof Associations.

Ilarion Larry Merculieff, President of the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, brings over 40 years of experience serving indigenous peoples,

Ilarion Larry Merculieff, President of the Global Center for Indigenous Leadership and Lifeways, brings over 40 years of experience serving indigenous peoples, including the Aleuts of the Pribilof Islands.

At the AASHE 2015 Conference & Expo, he shared his vision for transforming sustainability education.

Amidst rising political distrust, finding common ground is crucial for solving national challenges. We need to bridge differences and listen to each other to foster cooperation.

This month,

Amidst rising political distrust, finding common ground is crucial for solving national challenges. We need to bridge differences and listen to each other to foster cooperation.

This month, Rev. Franklin Ruff will address these vital issues. As pastor of First Baptist Church in Stillwell, Kansas, and Red Co-Chair of the Braver Angels Kansas City Alliance, Rev. Ruff is a conservative who advocates for humility and recognizing the humanity in others. He will share insights on finding common ground and building understanding.

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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