Grant Murphy, City Engineer for Kitchener, Ontario, discusses two innovations in

Grant Murphy, City Engineer for Kitchener, Ontario, discusses two innovations in Storm Water Management: a user-fee model (replacing property taxes) and a new credit policy.

He was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, voices of sustainability, at the American Public Works Association's Sustainability in Public Works conference, held June 27-29 in Portland, Oregon.

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food Waves in 2010 with Matt Brown, Benjamin Green, and Bobbie Brown.

Food Waves focuses on producing organic food for the local Portland, Oregon market. They champion "small acre stewardship" and sustainable agriculture as solutions to environmental challenges, aiming to develop future farmers by providing essential technical and financial support.

In this interview, Jen Henry discusses her introduction to farming through a Community

In this interview, Jen Henry discusses her introduction to farming through a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model and the challenges she and her sister, Aby, encounter as new farmers.

Together, they established Siren Song Permaculture, a local consultation and garden design company. They specialize in creating edible landscapes using permaculture principles, ranging from small herb spirals to comprehensive designs that provide food for humans, beneficial insects, and birds.

Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv conducted this interview on August 11, 2011, in Portland, Oregon.

Switch Vehicles aims to build safe, simple, and durable electric vehicles affordable for all Americans. Their locally-built, basic EV will initially be sold as an owner-assembled kit. Learn more

Switch Vehicles aims to build safe, simple, and durable electric vehicles affordable for all Americans. Their locally-built, basic EV will initially be sold as an owner-assembled kit. Learn more at www.switchvehicles.com.

James McGreen discussed this mission during an interview with Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, voices of sustainability, at the Bioneers 2011 conference.

James McGreen of Switch Vehicles discussed their new affordable electric vehicle, designed for every American.

He was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, voices of

James McGreen of Switch Vehicles discussed their new affordable electric vehicle, designed for every American.

He was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, voices of sustainability, at the Bioneers 2011 conference.

Learn more at www.switchvehicles.com.

The term "bioneer," expanded upon by biology pioneer Emmet Brady, refers to individuals who gather annually in San Rafael, California. These conferences foster friendships, exchange views, and

The term "bioneer," expanded upon by biology pioneer Emmet Brady, refers to individuals who gather annually in San Rafael, California. These conferences foster friendships, exchange views, and explore the integration of mind, body, and spirit.

At the 2011 conference, Emmet Brady of the Insect News Network (INN) was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, voices of sustainability. Emmet's mission is to educate and empower people to care for the natural world through Cultural Entomology.

The INN, created and hosted by Brady, travels globally to understand human perspectives on insects. This multi-media, interdisciplinary network offers a deep dive into the microcosm.

Sarah Crowell, a dancer and arts educator for over 20 years, has taught dance, theater, and violence prevention to Bay Area youth since 1990. She discusses the