The Portland Development Commission (PDC) presents "Minority Entrepreneurs in Technology," a discussion on the challenges faced by minority entrepreneurs growing tech businesses in Portland. The

The Portland Development Commission (PDC) presents "Minority Entrepreneurs in Technology," a discussion on the challenges faced by minority entrepreneurs growing tech businesses in Portland. The video features Andres Montgomery (Dreem Digital), James Pritchett (Glance ID), Dwayne Johnson (Ideal Portland), and Ben Berry (AirShip Technologies), alongside Patrick Quinton from PDC.

This insightful discussion highlights their experiences and the support needed for success in the technology sector. Produced by John Cárdenas at the Portland Development Commission, this video was published on November 28, 2012. For more information, visit the Portland Development Commission.

Green Plans are comprehensive, integrated management strategies designed to achieve environmental and economic

Green Plans are comprehensive, integrated management strategies designed to achieve environmental and economic sustainability, replacing traditional single-issue policies.

These plans have been implemented worldwide, including New Zealand, the Netherlands, and other European Union countries. Advocate Huey Johnson has introduced them to parts of the United States, believing they are crucial for managing Climate Change.

The Netherlands' National Environmental Policy Plan (NEPP), adopted in 1989, is the longest-running example. Despite facing severe environmental problems like congestion and heavy industry, the country achieved significant recovery in under 20 years through its implementation.

In November 2018, California's Camp Fire devastated Paradise, killing 85 and destroying over 18,000 structures. Reporter Lizzie Johnson, who covered the disaster, now presents her book, *Paradise:

In November 2018, California's Camp Fire devastated Paradise, killing 85 and destroying over 18,000 structures. Reporter Lizzie Johnson, who covered the disaster, now presents her book, *Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire*. It details the fire, examines failures, and suggests ways to avert future tragedies amid worsening climate change.

Join Johnson (The Washington Post) in conversation with ProPublica's Elizabeth Weil on August 2, 2021. This timely discussion will revisit the Paradise tragedy, its recovery, and the increasing dangers of wildfires in our "new normal."

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information: SUBSCRIBE for more VIDEOS | UPCOMING EVENTS | BECOME a MEMBER | DONATE NOW | Watch & Listen | CWC Facebook | CWC Instagram | CWC Twitter

Jeff Corwin joins conservationists in California to protect pinnipeds, including elephant seals and sea lions. Organizations like the Marine Mammal Care Center and Defenders of Wildlife are

Jeff Corwin joins conservationists in California to protect pinnipeds, including elephant seals and sea lions. Organizations like the Marine Mammal Care Center and Defenders of Wildlife are crucial in rescuing and rehabilitating these animals, which face severe threats from climate change, overfishing, habitat loss, and plastic pollution.

Corwin assists Dr. Lauren Palmer and Andy Johnson in rehabilitating four malnourished California sea lion pups, one of whom ingested plastic. After critical care, tagging, and weighing, the pups are successfully released back into the wild. This effort underscores the vital role of conservation in giving endangered animals a second chance and addressing environmental challenges for ecosystem health.