Beyond Plastics recently hosted a news conference to address the New York State Assembly's failure to pass the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act (PRRIA). President Judith Enck

Beyond Plastics recently hosted a news conference to address the New York State Assembly's failure to pass the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act (PRRIA). President Judith Enck led the discussion, joined by Monique Fitzgerald (Brookhaven Landfill Action and Remediation Group), Renae Kimble (NAACP Niagara Falls, NY), and Blair Horner (NYPIRG).

Speakers highlighted the serious implications of the Assembly's inaction, especially amid increasing federal rollbacks on climate, environmental, and public health protections. They also criticized the aggressive lobbying tactics by plastics and chemical industries, which contributed to the Assembly allowing the session to end without acting on this critical legislation.

"Sea Country — Malu Lag" follows marine biologist Tishiko King, a proud Kulkalaig woman, from Masig island to the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, fighting to save her home. It highlights

"Sea Country — Malu Lag" follows marine biologist Tishiko King, a proud Kulkalaig woman, from Masig island to the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, fighting to save her home. It highlights the ocean's healing power and a First Nations community's resolve to protect their culture.

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Discover the decade-long commitment of Albanian environmental campaigners Besjana Guri and Olsi Nika, whose lives have been shaped by the Vjosa river. This short film, directed by Elton Baxhaku

Discover the decade-long commitment of Albanian environmental campaigners Besjana Guri and Olsi Nika, whose lives have been shaped by the Vjosa river. This short film, directed by Elton Baxhaku and produced by Barraka Production, highlights their journey from accidental activists.

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CLG UK urged the UK government to set an ambitious and investable 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), a call extended globally at COP29. They stressed that all NDCs require clear,

CLG UK urged the UK government to set an ambitious and investable 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), a call extended globally at COP29. They stressed that all NDCs require clear, long-term climate transition plans outlining how 2030 targets will be met.

The UK government's announcement of an 81% greenhouse gas reduction (from 1990 levels) was globally praised as strong climate leadership and endorsed by CLG UK. Read their policy briefing: Making it happen.

In this episode, Indigenous scholar and organizer Nick Estes explores how land-based and Earth-centered societies advance regenerative solutions to transform capitalism. His "Eco-nomics" framework

In this episode, Indigenous scholar and organizer Nick Estes explores how land-based and Earth-centered societies advance regenerative solutions to transform capitalism. His "Eco-nomics" framework places Indigenous leadership at the forefront of assuring a habitable planet.

Dr. Estes (Kul Wicasa/Lower Brule Sioux) is a Professor at the [University of Minnesota](https://twin-cities.umn.edu/) and a member of the [Oak Lake Writers Society](https://olws.squarespace.com/). He co-founded [The Red Nation](https://therednation.org/), an organization dedicated to Native liberation, and authored *Our History Is the Future: Standing Rock Versus the Dakota Access Pipeline, and the Long Tradition of Indigenous Resistance*.

This episode is part of the [Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature](https://bioneers.org/bioneers-radio/) series. Additional resources include *The Red Deal* and *Indigenous Resistance Against Carbon*.

The fifth and final United Nations international negotiating committee meeting (INC-5) will take place in Busan, Korea, this month. Its goal is to create a legally binding global treaty to end

The fifth and final United Nations international negotiating committee meeting (INC-5) will take place in Busan, Korea, this month. Its goal is to create a legally binding global treaty to end plastic pollution. In this episode, Marta Longhurst, Global Treaty Manager at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, discusses the opportunities a well-designed treaty offers to tackle the world's plastic waste crisis.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an international charity promoting a circular economy that eliminates waste, circulates materials, and regenerates nature. For more insightful videos, subscribe to their YouTube channel: Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Learn more about their work at www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org.

This episode explores durability's physical and emotional aspects, a crucial design principle for successful circular business models. Understanding durability helps set these models up for

This episode explores durability's physical and emotional aspects, a crucial design principle for successful circular business models. Understanding durability helps set these models up for long-term success.

Discover more about circular business models, like Back Market, in episode 126: "Changing the way we buy and use technology." Listen here. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or comment on Spotify or YouTube; your support helps spread awareness of the circular economy.

In 2022, aspiring marine biologist Asa Miller, with deep roots in Cuba, learned about coral restoration efforts in the country's Matanzas Province. Recognizing that developing nations like Cuba

In 2022, aspiring marine biologist Asa Miller, with deep roots in Cuba, learned about coral restoration efforts in the country's Matanzas Province. Recognizing that developing nations like Cuba disproportionately suffer from global coral loss and often lack resources, Miller launched `¡Viva el Vivero!` (Long Live the Nursery!) in 2023. This international campaign to restore Cuba's stunning coral reefs has since won multiple conservation awards.

During visits to Matanzas, 17-year-old Miller interviewed divers and scientists, analyzed coral nursery data, and mapped restoration sites. Back in New York, he founded a high school marine biology club to raise funds for planting coral fragments. Miller also produced an award-winning documentary showcasing his team's restoration methods, serving as a primer for other developing countries.

Dr. Shane Gero, a visionary marine biologist and National Geographic Explorer, is deciphering sperm whale communication. His groundbreaking research challenges our understanding of these

Dr. Shane Gero, a visionary marine biologist and National Geographic Explorer, is deciphering sperm whale communication. His groundbreaking research challenges our understanding of these leviathans, suggesting they lead meaningful, intelligent, and culturally rich lives. This work prompts us to consider whales as complex beings, fostering a deeper kinship with these ocean guardians.

Gero, a Scientist-in-Residence at Carleton University, founded [The Dominica Sperm Whale Project](http://www.thespermwhaleproject.org/) and is Biology Lead for [Project CETI](https://www.projectceti.org/). His science, which formed the basis for the Emmy-winning series *Secrets of the Whales*, aims to teach us how to coexist respectfully with marine life. Discover more about his work at [shanegero.com](http://www.shanegero.com/).