Portland is celebrated for its strategic land-use planning, earning its reputation as one of the world's greenest and most livable cities. Successful revitalization of areas like the Pearl

Portland is celebrated for its strategic land-use planning, earning its reputation as one of the world's greenest and most livable cities. Successful revitalization of areas like the Pearl District and Alberta showcases this commitment. Yet, the city grapples with transforming its aspirations for equitable and healthy communities into concrete action, especially concerning long-stalled projects such as the Memorial Coliseum and Centennial Mills.

Moderated by Brian Libby, this program features John Russell, who will address these development challenges. He will propose solutions to advance urban growth while upholding Portland's core values. This discussion was originally published on January 16, 2013, by the City Club of Portland.

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent oversight applies only to downtown and a few inner districts.

A panel will explore how Design Review functions, its effectiveness, and potential expansion city-wide. Experts Michael McCullouch, Guenevere Millius, and John Russell will share insights, with Randy Gragg moderating the discussion.

Drawing from Eastern wisdom and Western science, Peter Russell, with degrees in theoretical physics, experimental psychology, and computer

Drawing from Eastern wisdom and Western science, Peter Russell, with degrees in theoretical physics, experimental psychology, and computer science from Cambridge, applies a sharp, critical mind to self-awakening. He asserts that humanity's next great frontier is inner space – the development of the human mind – addressing profound questions about non-duality, consciousness, and reality.

Russell has authored ten books, including *The Global Brain Awakens* and *From Science to God: A Physicist’s Journey into the Mystery of Consciousness*, synthesizing scientific rationale with intuitive wisdom.

Source: Science and Nonduality

Free online data, including satellite, sensor, and climate models, empowers individuals to understand and address air pollution and climate change. These petabytes of resources offer immense value

Free online data, including satellite, sensor, and climate models, empowers individuals to understand and address air pollution and climate change. These petabytes of resources offer immense value in devising solutions to critical environmental issues.

James Poetzscher, a 17-year-old high school student, exemplifies this. He has authored four research papers, mapped global air pollution decline for the European Environmental Bureau (published by BBC, Reuters), and created a global map inventory on his website greeenhousemaps.com. He also built an air quality data portal and writes for major media. James aims to inspire young people to take collective action on these century-defining issues.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

James Marden's talk addresses climate anxiety, defined as "a chronic fear of environmental doom." He highlights how this widespread stress about the planet's future impacts both mental health and

James Marden's talk addresses climate anxiety, defined as "a chronic fear of environmental doom." He highlights how this widespread stress about the planet's future impacts both mental health and climate-related behavior, offering strategies to tackle it and foster positive change.

A Master of Chemistry student at UvA, James brings a unique global perspective, having lived on three continents. His academic focus shifted from physical therapy to sustainability, where his master's thesis explores sustainable CO2 utilization methods. This TEDx talk reflects his commitment to environmental solutions. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Oakland is reimagining public safety funding and policing amidst nationwide calls for racial justice. The Defund OPD campaign, launched five years ago by the Anti Police-Terror Project (APTP),

Oakland is reimagining public safety funding and policing amidst nationwide calls for racial justice. The Defund OPD campaign, launched five years ago by the Anti Police-Terror Project (APTP), aims to transform the criminal justice system.

Join a discussion with campaign leaders Cat Brooks and James Burch. Brooks, co-founder of APTP, developed community-based responses to police violence and is executive director of the Justice Teams Network. Burch, policy director for the Justice Teams Network and president of the National Lawyers Guild of the Bay Area, brings legal expertise and personal experience to the movement.

This program, originally scheduled for April 12, 2021, is co-hosted by Michelle Meow, producer and host of "The Michelle Meow Show." Follow her on Twitter: @msmichellemeow.

When James reviewed his family's electrical usage, the surprising numbers sparked an experiment to analyze home appliance consumption. In his talk, he will share his findings and valuable

When James reviewed his family's electrical usage, the surprising numbers sparked an experiment to analyze home appliance consumption. In his talk, he will share his findings and valuable cost-cutting tips.

An 11th-grader passionate about computer science, James also champions nature's protection. This presentation was delivered at a locally organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

James founded "Phone credit for refugees and displaced people" after an eye-opening trip to Calais. What began as a Facebook group evolved into an organization providing vital phone credit to

James founded "Phone credit for refugees and displaced people" after an eye-opening trip to Calais. What began as a Facebook group evolved into an organization providing vital phone credit to displaced adults and children worldwide. This initiative offers the gift of communication to those separated from family and friends, far from home, and in uncertain circumstances.

The organization has supplied over £700,000 worth of phone credit, enabling people to contact loved ones, stay updated with news, and summon emergency, life-saving assistance. With over 70,000 Facebook followers, their impact is significant. James's talk explores the boundaries of compassion and responsibility, defining community, and how he found a creative solution.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

James O'Dea, a Fellow and former President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences, is an author and member of the Evolutionary Leaders and Global Systems Initiatives. He also serves as lead faculty

James O'Dea, a Fellow and former President of the Institute of Noetic Sciences, is an author and member of the Evolutionary Leaders and Global Systems Initiatives. He also serves as lead faculty for the Shift Network's Peace Ambassador Training Program. Learn more at jamesodea.com.

Recognized as an outstanding "Voice for Peace," O'Dea spoke at the Shift Network's Summer of Peace 2012 Festival. His latest book is Cultivating Peace: Becoming a 21st Century Peace Ambassador, available on Amazon.