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."

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While the public now grasps the serious threat of global warming, a clear path forward remains elusive. Drawing from his book, *Under the Influence: Putting Peer Pressure to Work*, Robert Frank

While the public now grasps the serious threat of global warming, a clear path forward remains elusive. Drawing from his book, *Under the Influence: Putting Peer Pressure to Work*, Robert Frank proposes that leveraging behavioral contagion can make addressing climate change less daunting than many believe.

Robert H. Frank is the Henrietta Johnson Louis Professor of Management and Professor of Economics at Cornell's Johnson Graduate School of Management. He previously wrote the "Economic View" column for *The New York Times*.

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Jerry Hinkle will present two papers: one by Noah Kaufman on carbon price rates needed to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and another by Dr. Drew Shindell on the health benefits of climate

Jerry Hinkle will present two papers: one by Noah Kaufman on carbon price rates needed to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and another by Dr. Drew Shindell on the health benefits of climate policies like the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). Rick Knight will then provide an overview of the Household Impact Study, detailing EICDA's estimated impact on American households down to each U.S. zip code.

Additionally, a team will review CCL’s analysis of the June 2020 Lobby Day notes. For more information, explore the Economics of Carbon Fee & Dividend, the Economics Policy Network, the Household Impact Study, and the 2020 June Meeting Analysis. Specific sections can be accessed via timestamps.

In June 2022, Osprey Orielle Lake delivered a presentation at Scenarios Forum Session 93.

Her talk, titled "Addressing the gender dimension in socioeconomic scenarios," explored policy and

In June 2022, Osprey Orielle Lake delivered a presentation at Scenarios Forum Session 93.

Her talk, titled "Addressing the gender dimension in socioeconomic scenarios," explored policy and climate change impacts on gender equality, and gender equality's role as a driver of change.

Bianca Faith Johnson, President of Push to Walk, demonstrated a Wandercraft self-balancing exo-skeleton at SDG Digital 2024.

This aligns with "A Digital Future for All," an initiative

Bianca Faith Johnson, President of Push to Walk, demonstrated a Wandercraft self-balancing exo-skeleton at SDG Digital 2024.

This aligns with "A Digital Future for All," an initiative promoting an inclusive, meaningful, and safe online experience. It leverages emerging technologies to create value, ensuring everyone has the skills to thrive and no one is left behind.

Learn more about SDG Digital 2024: https://www.itu.int/initiatives/sdgdigital2024/ #globalgoals #sdgdigital #ourcommonfuture

The Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by the Women's Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured the panel "Rematriating the Land:

The Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, hosted by the Women's Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) from June 23-28, 2025, featured the panel "Rematriating the Land: Indigenous Sovereignty and the Land Back Movement" on June 24.

Prominent Indigenous leaders participated, including Bryanna R. Brown, Janene Yazzie, Taily Terena, and Pluma Bárbara Moreno Torres, with moderation by Dr. Lyla June Johnston. These leaders represented diverse nations from Canada, Diné Bikéyah, Brazil, and Puerto Rico.

The assembly convened over 125 grassroots women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries. Across 25 panels, participants showcased varied visions and strategies to accelerate a transformative path toward a healthy and just world.

Lyla June wrote and performed this song, protesting #NpDAPL.

Motion graphics were created by Danica D'Souza. This

Lyla June wrote and performed this song, protesting #NpDAPL.

Motion graphics were created by Danica D'Souza. This content was published on September 30, 2016.