Labor unions are getting on board with carbon pricing because it will incentivize business innovation and job creation throughout the economy. Join us to learn more about labor union support for this

Labor unions are getting on board with carbon pricing because it will incentivize business innovation and job creation throughout the economy. Join us to learn more about labor union support for this policy, and how you can get started building relationships with labor unions. John Braxton, Co-President Emeritus AFT Local 2026, Community College of Phila. John worked for 20 years in the reform movement within the Teamsters union. He also began teaching at Community College of Philadelphia, where he was co-president of the union there. He was a founder of US Labor Against the War and has helped to build the Labor Network for Sustainability. He is one of the originators of the resolutions that the American Federation of Teachers has passed endorsing strong action on climate change, including support for the carbon fee and dividend approach. Peter Knowlton, Past President UE, Radio & Machine Workers of America Peter was a member of the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America (UE) for 35 years until his retirement in 2019. He first became active in the labor movement in the late 1970’s as a union cab driver, rank and file activist, and organizer in Minneapolis, MN. He went on to become a Field Organizer, President of the Northeast Region, and eventually elected UE General President. Keon Liberato is a railroad track maintainer and the President & Principal Officer of BMWED-IBT Local 3012 Arlene Grant, an artist, humanitarian, coach, and speaker, is an active member of CCL, Braver Angels and organizations working to improve environmental, food, racial and social justice using art, communication and education. Arlene is the Creative Director and Founder of ArlieSpeaks Media, LLC and Cleanse Your Cache, which empowers advocacy resilience and helps people reclaim their lives. She's worked as arbitrator, educator, facilitator, mediator, and trainer in labor and employment disputes.

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This text provides an overview of a three-day green roof course, led by Dusty Gedge and John Little. The course highlights the significant benefits of green roofs, including enhanced biodiversity, extended roof waterproofing lifespan, and contributions to nature conservation.

For additional information, please visit LivingRoofs.org. Dusty Gedge also serves as President of the European Federation of Green Roof Associations.

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"Queen of the Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us?" is a profound film by Taggart Siegel, director of "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." It offers an alternative look at the global bee crisis, exploring the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive.

This engaging and uplifting documentary features beekeepers, scientists, and philosophers worldwide, including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk, and Vandana Shiva. It dramatically portrays their heartfelt struggles and insights into this critical issue.

For screening information, visit: Queen of the Sun Screening Information.

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TEDMED hosts an annual conference focusing on health and medicine. The 2013 TEDMED conference is scheduled for April 16-19 at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.

Their YouTube channel features nearly 200 videos from previous events.

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EarthSayers John Grim; Mary Evelyn Tucker
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Length unknown Keywords SustainabilityMember of Special Collection Climate Justice More Details