This video features two excerpts from Mark Plotkin's speeches. His October 2014 TED Global talk in Rio de Janeiro addresses the critical endangerment of Amazonian indigenous cultures and

This video features two excerpts from Mark Plotkin's speeches. His October 2014 TED Global talk in Rio de Janeiro addresses the critical endangerment of Amazonian indigenous cultures and uncontacted tribes, arguing they are the rainforest's most vulnerable species, not jaguars or eagles. Mark's Speech.

A second excerpt, from his August 2006 Authors@Google speech, emphasizes his view that protecting the earth is spiritually beneficial. Mark's August 2006 talk.

Published on December 1, 2014.

In this old bikeTV segment, Mark Lakeman from Portland, OR's City Repair Project discusses the organization's origins and mission.

He details how the community actively engages in both the

In this old bikeTV segment, Mark Lakeman from Portland, OR's City Repair Project discusses the organization's origins and mission.

He details how the community actively engages in both the creation and utilization of public spaces, fostering a collaborative approach to urban development.

Sustainable Today visits the Peninsula Park Commons in Portland, Oregon. This Co-housing project was

Sustainable Today visits the Peninsula Park Commons in Portland, Oregon. This Co-housing project was designed and built by Eli Spevak and Mark Lakeman (better know as the leader of City Repair Project),We see the actual living spaces and how they are laid out and constructed not only for energy efficiency but for privacy while existing in a community atmosphere.

Sustainable Today explores Peninsula Commons, a co-housing project in Portland, Oregon. Designed and built by Eli Spevak and Mark Lakeman, founder of the City Repair Project, this community

Sustainable Today explores Peninsula Commons, a co-housing project in Portland, Oregon. Designed and built by Eli Spevak and Mark Lakeman, founder of the City Repair Project, this community showcases innovative living.

The project's living spaces are thoughtfully laid out and constructed. They prioritize both energy efficiency and individual privacy, all while fostering a strong community atmosphere.