Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous

Barry Stevens and Nanci Wright co-founded El Puente - The Bridge in Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica. This program offers educational assistance, food, and microloans, primarily to indigenous communities.

El Puente's School Program supports children's educational expenses. The Food Program provides healthy meals and a gathering place on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Their Microloan Program offers small loans, from $20 to $400, using proven methods that have combated poverty globally since 1987.

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Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community Watch" empowers non-profits, communities, and indigenous peoples worldwide by applying Google's mapping tools to foster a sustainable society.

A computer scientist, Moore's personal Google Earth work was instrumental in stopping the logging of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community. She also initiated and leads Google Earth Engine, a platform for global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. Moore holds degrees from Brown and Stanford Universities.

Bruce Poon Tip, CEO of Gap Adventures, leads the world's premier adventure travel company, serving 100,000 travelers

Bruce Poon Tip, CEO of Gap Adventures, leads the world's premier adventure travel company, serving 100,000 travelers annually.

In an exclusive interview, Bruce shares his corporate and personal philosophies. This discussion was filmed by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv and edited by Tom Hopkins of Sustainability Today.

The interview took place at the 2010 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC), organized by TIES, The International Ecotourism Society.

Alvarado Guzman from the La Cusinga Eco Lodge in Costa Rica discussed his hotel's role in promoting national

Alvarado Guzman from the La Cusinga Eco Lodge in Costa Rica discussed his hotel's role in promoting national sustainability.

He was interviewed by Barry Heidt of SustainableTV at the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference, organized by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES). The video, edited by Sustainable Today, is available on EarthSayers.tv.

Tamara, Executive Director of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC), discusses her commitment to sustainability principles and practices within the

Tamara, Executive Director of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC), discusses her commitment to sustainability principles and practices within the travel industry.

Her interview was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv, with editing by Tom Hopkins of Sustainable Today. This was recorded at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon.

Additionally, see Tamara's panel presentation on the ROI of sustainability on EarthSayers.tv.

Glenn Jampol, President of the Cámara Nacional de Ecoturismo (CANAECO), shares his journey from Berkeley to Costa Rica,

Glenn Jampol, President of the Cámara Nacional de Ecoturismo (CANAECO), shares his journey from Berkeley to Costa Rica, where he founded Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation and Inn. This "Boutique" hotel in Santa Bárbara de Heredia, built on sustainable standards, is now recognized by the New York Times and Conde Nast Traveler as "one of the best hotels in the world." It also features 35 acres of certified organic, shade-grown coffee, processed on-site.

Glenn's interview was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv, with editing support from Tom Hopkins of Sustainable Today. The recording took place at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon, from September 8-10, 2010.

Richard Edwards, Director of Planeterra, stresses the urgent need to shift mainstream tourism towards a sustainable model.

Richard Edwards, Director of Planeterra, stresses the urgent need to shift mainstream tourism towards a sustainable model. He highlights ecotourism's strong consumer demand and the critical business case: environmental degradation and climate change threaten the pristine destinations vital to the industry.

Edwards was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv, with editing support from Sustainable Today, at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon.

Dr. Elizabeth K. Lindsey, a National Geographic Fellow, shares profound insights into ancestral wisdom and the vital importance of collective action. She emphasizes that a global awakening

Dr. Elizabeth K. Lindsey, a National Geographic Fellow, shares profound insights into ancestral wisdom and the vital importance of collective action. She emphasizes that a global awakening requires everyone's participation.

Interview by Barry Heidt; Edited by Rob Russo.

Rick Ridgeway was interviewed by Sustainability Action Media (SAM) at the 2010 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC), organized by