This workshop examines how society has institutionalized culture within leisure, tourism, and academia, positioning it in a specific economic niche. It also introduces the Critical Assessment

This workshop examines how society has institutionalized culture within leisure, tourism, and academia, positioning it in a specific economic niche. It also introduces the Critical Assessment Framework (CAF) for envisioning programs and indicators that foster a culture of sustainability.

Participants will identify and reflect on societal assumptions, insights, and blind spots. The workshop is presented by Douglas Worts, Culture and Sustainability Specialist at World Views Consulting (douglasworts.org), and Dr. Lynne Teather, Professor in the Master of Museum Studies Program at the University of Toronto.

Addressing the urgent global climate crisis within the next decade requires innovative solutions from people of all ages. We need diverse ideas to find effective answers.

Fifth grader Lily

Addressing the urgent global climate crisis within the next decade requires innovative solutions from people of all ages. We need diverse ideas to find effective answers.

Fifth grader Lily Colson exemplifies this spirit. Her "Solar Lines" concept, which won the Stanley Black and Decker Sustainability Award at the 2019 National Invention Convention, demonstrates how youth imagination can help solve the challenges their generation will face.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Despite ongoing CO2 emission challenges, the renewable energy sector is growing rapidly. Building on this, we host a two-part panel discussion with B Corps leading SDG 7: Affordable & Clean

Despite ongoing CO2 emission challenges, the renewable energy sector is growing rapidly. Building on this, we host a two-part panel discussion with B Corps leading SDG 7: Affordable & Clean Energy. This event, part of B Lab's "17 days for 17 goals" campaign, highlights the B Corp movement's commitment to the 2030 SDG agenda.

Part 1 will explore the vital role of businesses in the energy transition, with experts sharing insights on scaling solutions across diverse markets. Part 2 will focus on collaboration, presenting a case study with Patagonia’s "We The Power" and REScoop, offering unique perspectives on community-led transformation, company-non-profit partnerships, and actionable advice for advancing SDG 7 and reducing impact.

Sarah, an ELHS senior and future URI Ocean Engineering major, explores the often-overlooked human impact of plastic pollution. She begins with a brief history of plastic production, then

Sarah, an ELHS senior and future URI Ocean Engineering major, explores the often-overlooked human impact of plastic pollution. She begins with a brief history of plastic production, then highlights the pervasive issue of microplastics, exemplified by the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.

Her main focus is on how plastic pollution directly affects human health. She concludes by offering actionable solutions to combat plastic waste and promote ocean conservation. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Ethiopian entrepreneurs Mastewal, Rahwa, and Fozia share their transformative journeys after participating in the ITU/EIF "Tech as a driver of Women's Economic Opportunity" program. The digital

Ethiopian entrepreneurs Mastewal, Rahwa, and Fozia share their transformative journeys after participating in the ITU/EIF "Tech as a driver of Women's Economic Opportunity" program. The digital skills they gained were crucial in navigating challenges and propelling their success.

Dr. Cosmas Luckyson Zavazava, Director of ITU's Telecommunication Development Bureau, showcases how technology empowers women-owned businesses and female entrepreneurs in Ethiopia, opening new markets and opportunities in the digital world. Learn more: ITU/EIF Regional Project

In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative aims to raise

In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative aims to raise awareness about ocean plastic's detrimental effects on wildlife and human health, especially children, as it moves through the food chain.

Lack passionately addresses the impact of plastic toxins on developing nations, the importance of personal responsibility, and the development of solutions. He also highlights recycled plastic's potential as an energy source. Plastic Oceans provides a powerful platform, campaigning for, supporting, and funding targeted solutions to significantly reduce environmental plastic pollution.

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering key messaging strategies tailored for various audiences and guiding you to essential supporting resources.

The training covers four core EICDA messages, expanded messaging, supporting graphics and videos, and CCL's support for carbon pricing. Find presentation slides here: cclusa.org/messaging. Access the full training page: community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/378, and learn more about carbon pricing: citizensclimatelobby.org/price-on-carbon/.

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our

Nature's escalating distress signals, from climate catastrophe to disinformation, underscore urgent global challenges. Understanding these perils and "reading Nature's mind" is critical for our collective future.

Kenny Ausubel, founder and CEO of Bioneers, is an award-winning social entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker. His extensive work, including the book "Dreaming the Future," explores reimagining civilization in the age of nature. He also co-founded Seeds of Change and influenced alternative medicine policy.

Learn more about Bioneers and Kenny Ausubel's contributions at www.bioneers.org.

"Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government, Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More" addresses why three decades of free-market efforts against Keynesian

"Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government, Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More" addresses why three decades of free-market efforts against Keynesian policies have led to larger government, greater debt, and centralized economic power. It asks how a truly free market can be achieved amidst capitalism's current crisis.

John C. Médaille, author of *The Vocation of Business: Social Justice in the Marketplace*, is an economics instructor at the University of Dallas. He writes and lectures on economics, with over thirty years in corporate management, small business, and five terms as an Irving, Texas city councilman.