Retired four-star U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal, drawing on combat experience and work with business leaders, highlights a critical flaw in risk mitigation: focusing only on probability,

Retired four-star U.S. Army General Stanley McChrystal, drawing on combat experience and work with business leaders, highlights a critical flaw in risk mitigation: focusing only on probability, not the management interface.

His new book, *Risk: A User’s Guide*, co-authored with Anna Butrico, offers a battle-tested system. It proposes a "risk immune system" through ten dimensions of control, enabling proactive anticipation and action against unforeseen challenges. Join General McChrystal to master the unknown.

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Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection

Susan Orlean, New Yorker staff writer and author of the best-selling *The Library Book*, visited The Commonwealth Club on October 14, 2021. She discussed her new book, *On Animals*, a collection exploring cross-species connections and animals' central role in human life. Orlean shared her lifelong fascination with human-animal interaction.

She was joined by journalist Julia Flynn Siler. The Commonwealth Club, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts diverse speakers at over 400 annual events.

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Forest gardens offer a sustainable agroforestry model, mimicking natural ecosystems by combining diverse edible plants like fruit trees, shrubs, and vegetables in a seemingly wild setting. UK

Forest gardens offer a sustainable agroforestry model, mimicking natural ecosystems by combining diverse edible plants like fruit trees, shrubs, and vegetables in a seemingly wild setting. UK pioneer Martin Crawford transformed a flat field into such a garden in 1994, now an educational resource. A short film by Thomas Regnault highlights Crawford's abundant and diverse forest garden as a potential answer for future food systems. Watch the film: A Forest Garden With 500 Edible Plants Could Lead to a Sustainable Future.

This film is featured on National Geographic's Short Film Showcase, which spotlights exceptional videos affirming science, exploration, and storytelling. National Geographic is a leading destination for science, exploration, and adventure, bringing viewers closer to impactful stories. Learn more about the filmmaker at thomasregnault.com.

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative tech supporting sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honours for

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative tech supporting sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honours for bridging the digital divide and fostering digital inclusion, showcasing innovation vital for advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals, as noted by ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin.

A notable winner was the Center for Digitization and Documentation of Heritage and Arts in Setif (CDDHA). This project develops a digital platform and app to preserve Setif's cultural heritage in the metaverse. It documents and digitizes heritage in 2D/3D, secures virtual ownership via NFTs, and enhances protection, awareness, and community participation.

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The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches for sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top

The WSIS Prizes, recognizing innovative technological approaches for sustainable development, were announced on 28 May 2024 at the WSIS+20 Forum in Geneva. Projects from 18 countries received top honors for bridging the digital divide, fostering digital inclusion, and driving socio-economic progress.

Among the winners was "The Interactive Tool of Policies, Terms and Conditions Applicable in the Use of Digital Platforms." This tool provides users with transparent information on how 45 major digital platforms collect, treat, and allow management of personal data, categorized for clarity. It empowers users to understand permissions granted when using various services.

Learn more about the project: https://plataformasdigitales.ift.org.mx/public/categoria/14/aplicaciones-de-citas

This high-level webinar, hosted by Martin Porter (CISL Brussels), will react to the Circular Economy Package I (March 30th release). Topics include the Sustainable Products Initiative, Textile

This high-level webinar, hosted by Martin Porter (CISL Brussels), will react to the Circular Economy Package I (March 30th release). Topics include the Sustainable Products Initiative, Textile Strategy, Right to Repair, and Construction.

Speakers feature European policymakers, industry experts, and CLG Europe’s Taskforce members, including Commissioner Virginijus Sinkevičius and MEP Sirpa Pietikäinen. It will analyze the EC's approach to the package and discuss systematic circular design solutions.

The event aims to foster stakeholder dialogue on the legislative package, covering various pieces of legislation. Ultimately, it seeks to accelerate the EU's climate-neutral and circular economy transition.

Center staff recently joined renowned scientist Sebastián Di Martin of ReWilding Argentina to explore historical and occupied jaguar habitat in Arizona and New Mexico. Di Martin's team

Center staff recently joined renowned scientist Sebastián Di Martin of ReWilding Argentina to explore historical and occupied jaguar habitat in Arizona and New Mexico. Di Martin's team successfully reintroduced 25 jaguars to Argentina's Iberá, inspiring similar conservation efforts in the U.S. Southwest.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to securing a future for all species by protecting the lands, waters, and climate they need to survive. View recent jaguar footage on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/CenterforBioDiv), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/centerforbiodiv), or [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/CenterforBioDiv). Learn more at [biologicaldiversity.org](https://www.biologicaldiversity.org/) or contact us at [center@biologicaldiversity.org](mailto:center@biologicaldiversity.org).

Business networks and policymakers gathered to discuss policies enabling businesses to scale solutions for current 'polycrises,' including the energy crisis, and enhance the EU economy's

Business networks and policymakers gathered to discuss policies enabling businesses to scale solutions for current 'polycrises,' including the energy crisis, and enhance the EU economy's competitive sustainability.

Key speakers included officials from the European Commission (Yvon Slingenberg, Ruth Reichstein), European Parliament (Pascal Canfin, Nicolás González Casares), and national ministries (Tomas Lindman, Peter Wittoeck). Leaders from various business and climate organizations, such as CER Slovenia, Skift Business Climate Leaders, Spanish Green Growth Group, Haga Initiative, VELUX Czech Republic, Stiftung Klimawirschaft, We Mean Business Coalition, and CISL, also participated. Ursula Woodburn (CLG Europe) chaired the event.

Dr. Darla Dixon, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator for the California Department of State Hospitals, will discuss trauma-informed care, which promotes healing environments and avoids

Dr. Darla Dixon, Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator for the California Department of State Hospitals, will discuss trauma-informed care, which promotes healing environments and avoids re-traumatization. Patrick O'Reilly, Clinical Psychologist, will moderate.

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This video, one of four, trains field veterinarians on routine African Swine Fever (ASF) surveillance. It demonstrates systematic clinical examination of live pigs and how to recognize visible

This video, one of four, trains field veterinarians on routine African Swine Fever (ASF) surveillance. It demonstrates systematic clinical examination of live pigs and how to recognize visible symptoms and clinical signs of acute and peracute ASF.

Produced by FAO, with contributions from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB) and French translation by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (ACIA).

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