This video, produced by the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board, follows John Kotar during the 2010 American Birkebeiner cross-country ski race. Having participated in every "Birkie" since

This video, produced by the Wisconsin Educational Communications Board, follows John Kotar during the 2010 American Birkebeiner cross-country ski race. Having participated in every "Birkie" since its 1973 inception, Kotar shares his unique experience.

He also discusses how climate change threatens the race's future. Additional educational resources are available at http://climatewisconsin.org/.

Production credits include Finn Ryan (producer, director, photography), David Nevala (photography, video, editing), Chris Linder (editing), and Asche and Spencer (music).

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the microdoc *Big Fish* explains how prohibiting fishing in certain areas improves fish quality and ensures a sustainable seafood supply.

Explore more micro-documentaries at microdocs.stanford.edu.

Ikea has significantly embraced sustainability, equipping its stores with solar panels and wind turbines, and stocking shelves with LED lighting and recycled cotton. This transformation is driven

Ikea has significantly embraced sustainability, equipping its stores with solar panels and wind turbines, and stocking shelves with LED lighting and recycled cotton. This transformation is driven by a new imperative, as Chief Sustainability Officer Steve Howard states: "Sustainability has gone from a nice-to-do to a must-do."

Howard actively promotes eco-friendly materials and practices, both internally within Ikea and to its global customer base. He also challenges other major corporations to adopt similar environmental responsibilities. (Published Oct 21, 2013)

Marine Biologist Dr. Stephen Palumbi discusses how global warming is transforming our oceans. He highlights rising

Marine Biologist Dr. Stephen Palumbi discusses how global warming is transforming our oceans. He highlights rising ocean temperature, acidity, and water levels.

These environmental changes are accelerating, with their effects projected to last for centuries. Corals are among the organisms most severely impacted by these shifts.

The survival of coral ecosystems ultimately depends on the rate at which our climate continues to change.

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon Design with his wife, Wanda, and is a principal of the New Urban Guild.

The New Urban Guild, a group of architects and designers, is dedicated to studying and designing traditional buildings and places inspired by their regions. The Guild was instrumental in creating the Katrina Cottages concept and continues to foster this movement.

The Guild Foundation also hosts Steve and Wanda Mouzon’s Original Green initiative, which promotes common-sense sustainability.

Steve Cochran is a prominent leader, speaker, writer, and advocate in sustainable enterprise. He works with private industry, government, academia, and non-profits to foster balance among people,

Steve Cochran is a prominent leader, speaker, writer, and advocate in sustainable enterprise. He works with private industry, government, academia, and non-profits to foster balance among people, planet, and prosperity, addressing both current and future needs.

He co-founded Sustainability Strategies, LLC, is a founding partner of the National Center for Sustainability, and a founding board member of the US Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development.

KOTV covered Steve Lambert's art installation, "Does Capitalism Work for You?", at Blueback Center.

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