As Vietnam's cities expand and quality of life improves, the rising demand for electricity is driving the country towards renewable energy.

A World Bank-supported project is connecting the

As Vietnam's cities expand and quality of life improves, the rising demand for electricity is driving the country towards renewable energy.

A World Bank-supported project is connecting the private sector with commercial banks to develop small renewable plants, fostering the growth of Vietnam's green energy market.

Political economist Ann Pettifor visited the RSA to demystify the money system, often called history's most misunderstood invention.

Watch the RSA Spotlight for event highlights, or

Political economist Ann Pettifor visited the RSA to demystify the money system, often called history's most misunderstood invention.

Watch the RSA Spotlight for event highlights, or listen to the full discussion on our podcast here: How to Break the Power of the Banks.

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Clayton Thomas-Muller, an organizer for Idle No More and Defenders of the Land, and Co-Director of Polaris Institute’s Indigenous Tar Sands Campaign, describes Canada’s growing Native-led

Clayton Thomas-Muller, an organizer for Idle No More and Defenders of the Land, and Co-Director of Polaris Institute’s Indigenous Tar Sands Campaign, describes Canada’s growing Native-led rights movement. Supported by diverse groups, it challenges the neo-liberal agenda that made Canada a petro-state, aiming to protect lands and people from extractive industries and their financiers.

Since 1990, Bioneers has been a fertile hub for social and scientific innovators, providing practical and visionary solutions for the world's most pressing environmental and social challenges.

First National Bank (FNB), the largest privately-owned bank in the U.S. with over $20 billion in assets, is deeply committed to community development. Alec Gorynski, FNB's Vice President of

First National Bank (FNB), the largest privately-owned bank in the U.S. with over $20 billion in assets, is deeply committed to community development. Alec Gorynski, FNB's Vice President of Community Development and Corporate Philanthropy and President of the First National Community Development Corporation in Omaha, highlights this commitment through partnerships like Habitat Omaha.

FNB actively reinvests in its communities, dedicating over $26 million in 2017 and managing an $88 million portfolio focused on financial health and credit with CDFIs and nonprofit partners. Read Mr. Gorynski's article on strengthening communities here.

The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address

The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address Anchorage's climate goals, analyzing legal structures and leveraging multi-sector partnerships.

PGS is an accredited, nonprofit graduate school founded in 2003, offering unique sustainable MBA, MPA, and dual degree programs. Its systems-thinking methodology emphasizes that real change occurs at the intersection of private enterprise, the public sector, commerce, and the common good.

Learn more about PGS, its mission, and programs at presidio.edu or call 415-561-6555.

On September 12, 2024, WECAN launched its "Gendered and Racial Impacts of the Fossil Fuel Industry in North America" report. This fourth edition details how fossil fuel extraction

On September 12, 2024, WECAN launched its "Gendered and Racial Impacts of the Fossil Fuel Industry in North America" report. This fourth edition details how fossil fuel extraction disproportionately harms women, particularly in Black, Brown, Indigenous, and low-income communities, leading to increased health risks, violence, and human rights violations. It also identifies complicit financial institutions and recommends steps for accountability and a just transition.

The virtual launch featured frontline women leaders, health experts, and advocates. Speakers like Roishetta Sibley Ozane, Rene Ann Goodrich, Sharon Lavigne, and Casey Camp Horinek demanded that financial institutions take action to protect communities, ecosystems, and the climate.

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley Community Development Fund, the event opened with Senator Bob Hasegawa emphasizing the long-term impact of such initiatives.

The distinguished panel included Council member Licata; Karl Beitel, Director of the Public Bank Project, who delivered an exceptional historical overview of public banking versus privatization; Dr. Thomas Keidel from the Federation of German Banks; and Gwendolyn Hallsmith, Executive Director of the Public Banking Institute and author of Creating Wealth: Growing Local Economies with Local Currencies.

Earth Guardians empowers youth to lead a climate revolution. We drive change through initiatives like the Juliana vs. The United States lawsuit, divestment campaigns, climate strikes, and tree

Earth Guardians empowers youth to lead a climate revolution. We drive change through initiatives like the Juliana vs. The United States lawsuit, divestment campaigns, climate strikes, and tree planting, fostering sustainable solutions for a regenerative future.

The revolution is already here, celebrated through art, music, culture, and nature. We invite you to use your privilege and join us in protecting our future. Be an Earth Guardian.

Learn more at www.earthguardians.org. Follow us: Twitter: www.twitter.com/earthguardianz, Instagram: www.instagram.com/earthguardians, Facebook: www.facebook.com/earthguardianstribe. #earthguardians

Civil society, particularly NGOs, initiates change. Through their activism, speed, and collaborative methods, they effectively influence both UN processes and private sector entities.

Key

Civil society, particularly NGOs, initiates change. Through their activism, speed, and collaborative methods, they effectively influence both UN processes and private sector entities.

Key speakers include Jonathon Porritt, Vandana Shiva, Nitin Desai, Lester Brown, Bill Ford, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Yolanda Kakabadse, and Gro Harlem Brundtland.

Spoken word artist Isabella Borgeson shares her powerful piece on Super Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda), one of the strongest storms to strike the Philippines on November 8, 2013. This work was published

Spoken word artist Isabella Borgeson shares her powerful piece on Super Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda), one of the strongest storms to strike the Philippines on November 8, 2013. This work was published on May 19, 2016.

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