Dr. Sharif Abdullah, Founder and President of the Commonway Institute, explores criminality and morality across five economic systems. He

Dr. Sharif Abdullah, Founder and President of the Commonway Institute, explores criminality and morality across five economic systems. He highlights that legality does not always equate to morality.

His book, Creating a World That Works for All, delves deeper into these concepts.

Discover more related films, lectures, and interviews in EarthSayers.tv's Transforming Our Economy special collection.

Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) has launched the state's first geothermal electric power plant. This landmark installation harnesses the region's natural geothermal resources.

We will

Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT) has launched the state's first geothermal electric power plant. This landmark installation harnesses the region's natural geothermal resources.

We will explore the plant's operational mechanics and delve into the educational programs it inspires. Additionally, we'll examine the broader applications and advantages OIT enjoys due to its strategic location near a geothermal water source.

The energy crisis has prompted even die-hard environmentalists to reconsider nuclear power. In this first-ever TED debate, Stewart Brand and Mark Z. Jacobson square off, discussing its pros and

The energy crisis has prompted even die-hard environmentalists to reconsider nuclear power. In this first-ever TED debate, Stewart Brand and Mark Z. Jacobson square off, discussing its pros and cons. This thought-provoking discussion might even change your mind.

TEDTalks is a daily video podcast from the TED Conference, featuring the world's leading thinkers and doers delivering the talk of their lives in 18 minutes.

Michelle Long highlights how a highly successful local independent business network has transformed Bellingham, WA, inspiring other communities. Their "Think Local, Buy Local, Be Local" campaign

Michelle Long highlights how a highly successful local independent business network has transformed Bellingham, WA, inspiring other communities. Their "Think Local, Buy Local, Be Local" campaign has achieved 60% community awareness and significantly shifted buying habits. More information on this segment is available here.

Starting with a "Think Local First" program, the network expanded to include business peer mentoring, and support for local food producers, sustainable buildings, and green energy. Learn more about their initiatives at www.sustainableconnections.org.

Josh Fox's 2010 documentary, GASLAND, won a Special Jury Prize at Sundance and screened at Cannes. It addresses hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, a highly contentious and high-risk energy

Josh Fox's 2010 documentary, GASLAND, won a Special Jury Prize at Sundance and screened at Cannes. It addresses hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, a highly contentious and high-risk energy alternative.

The American Natural Gas Alliance (ANGA) criticizes the film, arguing that Gasland is "flawed" in this video.

To form your own informed opinion, consider a wide range of sustainability voices, especially citizens experiencing fracking firsthand in their communities.

As Public Works Director and City Engineer of Oregon City, Nancy Kraushaar, P.E., leads a

As Public Works Director and City Engineer of Oregon City, Nancy Kraushaar, P.E., leads a dedicated team. They deliver safe and reliable sewer, stormwater, transportation, and potable water systems. The staff plans, constructs, and maintains these systems with a focus on quality, efficiency, and customer service.

Kraushaar was interviewed by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv at the APWA Sustainability conference in Portland, Oregon, on June 27, 2011.

In 1969, 14-year-old Beatle fanatic Jerry Levitan snuck into John Lennon's Toronto hotel room and secured an interview. Thirty-eight years later, Levitan collaborated with director Josh Raskin and

In 1969, 14-year-old Beatle fanatic Jerry Levitan snuck into John Lennon's Toronto hotel room and secured an interview. Thirty-eight years later, Levitan collaborated with director Josh Raskin and illustrators James Braithwaite and Alex Kurina to create "I Met the Walrus," an animated short film using that original recording.

This spellbinding film, a vessel for Lennon's wit and timeless message, garnered critical acclaim. It was nominated for a 2008 Academy Award for Animated Short and won a 2009 Emmy for 'New Approaches,' becoming the first film to win an Emmy on behalf of the internet.

Rhone Resch, President of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), released the organization's new first-quarter data on the solar industry's performance in a challenging

Rhone Resch, President of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), released the organization's new first-quarter data on the solar industry's performance in a challenging economy.

During an OnPoint discussion, Resch addressed the environment for bringing renewables online and the competition between renewable energy sources and natural gas.

Source: http://www.eenews.net/tv/ (6/16/2011)

Nearly a billion people lack clean drinking water, a crisis profoundly affecting health, education, food security, and the lives of women and children.

We can end this global water crisis

Nearly a billion people lack clean drinking water, a crisis profoundly affecting health, education, food security, and the lives of women and children.

We can end this global water crisis in our lifetime. Spreading awareness and understanding water's transformative power is crucial.

Learn more and get involved by visiting our website.

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.