The Ethical Cannabis Alliance (ECA) hosted a kickoff event with Emma Chasen, Ashley Preece, and Laura Day Rivero. This event addressed the critical need for robust labor and environmental

The Ethical Cannabis Alliance (ECA) hosted a kickoff event with Emma Chasen, Ashley Preece, and Laura Day Rivero. This event addressed the critical need for robust labor and environmental standards within the cannabis industry. For more information, visit the ECA website here.

ECA Executive Director Ashley Preece was joined by guest presenters Laura Day Rivero, an expert in sustainable cannabis practices, and Dr. Elizabeth Bennett. Dr. Bennett, an Assistant Professor at Lewis & Clark College, researches the demand for ethically sourced cannabis products in Oregon and the knowledge of "budtenders" on this topic.

View the presentations on our YouTube channel and follow our Facebook and Instagram accounts to stay informed. Part 2 of the event is also available on EarthSayers.tv here.

This event features Jessica Brown, Associate Director at Climate Policy Initiative, and Matt Petersen, President & CEO of Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.

Bennett Freeman, former US Deputy

This event features Jessica Brown, Associate Director at Climate Policy Initiative, and Matt Petersen, President & CEO of Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator.

Bennett Freeman, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy and Chair of the Global Witness advisory board, will serve as both moderator and speaker.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal leaders to drive next-generation urban sustainability initiatives for the Portland metro region.

Bennett discusses EcoDistricts, stressing the need for a clear, integrated strategy. He believes positive change comes from enthusiastically pursuing tangible, local, sustainable solutions. His work continues at the intersection of environment, community social justice, and built form.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability progress, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), shares his professional journey.

His career began with community organizing and leadership of Portland's Green Building program. He continues to work at the intersection of environmental issues, social justice, and the built environment.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability efforts, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.