Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global

Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global sustainability initiatives.

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At the 24th UN Climate Change Convention, the Paris Rulebook was finalized, shifting focus to implementing greenhouse gas emission cuts. Mark Radka of UN Environment details how the UN

At the 24th UN Climate Change Convention, the Paris Rulebook was finalized, shifting focus to implementing greenhouse gas emission cuts. Mark Radka of UN Environment details how the UN collaborates with nations, companies, and individuals to reduce emissions. (Recorded 04/08/2019)

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Evidence-based policymaking in the United States is losing its rhetorical support across various sectors. Dale Jamieson, Professor of Environmental Studies and Philosophy at NYU, addresses this

Evidence-based policymaking in the United States is losing its rhetorical support across various sectors. Dale Jamieson, Professor of Environmental Studies and Philosophy at NYU, addresses this critical shift by reviewing the history leading to the Paris Agreement.

Jamieson analyzes the strengths, weaknesses, successes, and failures of evidence-based approaches, exploring how to advance climate change progress in the coming years. This discussion was recorded on May 24, 2017, as part of the "Bren School of Environmental Science & Management" series. Visit UCTV for more details.

Dr. Brené Brown, a research professor at the University of Houston's Graduate College of Social Work, has dedicated over a decade

Dr. Brené Brown, a research professor at the University of Houston's Graduate College of Social Work, has dedicated over a decade to studying "Wholeheartedness." Her work explores how we engage in life from a place of authenticity and worthiness.

Brown's research emphasizes that the ability to feel connected is fundamental to human experience and purpose.

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, a renowned conservation ecologist and captivating science communicator, studies apex predators and the relationship between humans, animals, and place. Drawing from her memoir

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, a renowned conservation ecologist and captivating science communicator, studies apex predators and the relationship between humans, animals, and place. Drawing from her memoir "Wild Life," she shares her journey in science, emphasizing our roles as stewards for nature and community.

A wildlife ecologist researching human impact on carnivores, Dr. Wynn-Grant hosts the podcast "Going Wild" (PBS' Nature) and co-hosts "Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom." She is a National Geographic Society Research Fellow and an advocate for diversity in science. This keynote was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. See other talks at www.bioneers.org.

Josh Wharton, an accomplished alpinist, faces new challenges from fatherhood and a warming climate. When he and Vince Anderson attempt Peru's Jirishanca via the 2003 Italian route, they confront

Josh Wharton, an accomplished alpinist, faces new challenges from fatherhood and a warming climate. When he and Vince Anderson attempt Peru's Jirishanca via the 2003 Italian route, they confront unprecedented risks. Discover their story, with photos by Drew Smith, originally published in the Spring 2023 Patagonia Journal.

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Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in

Established in 1982, the East Bay Sanctuary assists Central American refugees, particularly Maya fleeing violence and racial persecution. Director Michael Smith, an anthropologist who joined in 1984, leads the Refugee Rights Program. With 5 attorneys, 9 paralegals, and volunteers, the sanctuary has aided thousands and expects to win its 4,000th asylum case this summer. Smith has received awards for his work with refugees and law students.

The Commonwealth Club of California, founded in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. Hosting over 400 annual events, it has featured a diverse array of speakers, from Teddy Roosevelt to Hillary Clinton, Martin Luther King, and Ronald Reagan.

The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous

The East Bay Sanctuary, established in 1982, assists refugees fleeing violence and persecution in Central America, particularly Maya Guatemalans. The organization has aided thousands of indigenous Guatemalans, currently employing five attorneys and nine paralegals. This summer, the sanctuary is projected to win its 4,000th asylum case.

Michael Smith directs the Refugee Rights Program at the East Bay Sanctuary Covenant. With a background in anthropology and archaeology, he joined the sanctuary in 1984. Smith has received awards from Helen Bamber, the Dalai Lama, and Berkeley Law for his dedicated work with refugees and law students.

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Dr. Jennifer Smith and entrepreneur Brant Chlebowski discuss their collaborative applied aquaculture research on commercially valuable seaweeds. This groundbreaking work sparked the formation of

Dr. Jennifer Smith and entrepreneur Brant Chlebowski discuss their collaborative applied aquaculture research on commercially valuable seaweeds. This groundbreaking work sparked the formation of the California Seaweed Company and initiated new research in Smith's lab focusing on local seaweeds for food and feed applications.

This presentation was recorded on March 11, 2019, as part of the Jeffrey B. Graham Perspectives on Ocean Science Lecture Series. For more information, visit UCTV.

Microsoft President and Chief Legal Officer Brad Smith delivered a keynote address at the BSR Conference 2017.

Smith emphasized the technology sector's responsibility to embrace technology

Microsoft President and Chief Legal Officer Brad Smith delivered a keynote address at the BSR Conference 2017.

Smith emphasized the technology sector's responsibility to embrace technology as a means to protect people.