Electric scooters, skateboards, and bicycles are increasingly prevalent in cities like San Francisco and Washington, D.C., sparking varied public reactions. Ride-hailing companies, including Uber

Electric scooters, skateboards, and bicycles are increasingly prevalent in cities like San Francisco and Washington, D.C., sparking varied public reactions. Ride-hailing companies, including Uber and Lyft, are actively acquiring bike-sharing services, signaling a significant shift in urban transportation.

This surge in two-wheeled options raises critical questions about the future of urban mobility. Are these new solutions effectively addressing the notorious first-mile and last-mile transportation challenges?

Join Stuart Cohen, Sanjay Dastoor, and Megan Rose Dickey for a conversation on these new urban wheels, their impact on city travel, and their role in cutting carbon emissions.

Have you heard of water-to-table? Despite Canada's vast coastline and quality fish, 75% of its seafood is imported. Tony Cobb, in his talk "Canadian Fish for Canadians," explores the reasons and

Have you heard of water-to-table? Despite Canada's vast coastline and quality fish, 75% of its seafood is imported. Tony Cobb, in his talk "Canadian Fish for Canadians," explores the reasons and impact behind this surprising fact.

A fisherman's son from Fogo Island, Tony co-founded the Shorefast Foundation and Fogo Island Fish. This social enterprise pays fishers double market rates, creates local jobs, and connects them directly with top chefs. Their work is featured in the documentary *Hand. Line. Cod.*

Discover what you can do to change the industry. This talk was given at a TEDx event.

Lt Cdr Aishwarya Boddapati recounts her extraordinary journey circumnavigating the globe on INS Tarini with an all-women crew of six. Her talk, part of Navika Sagar Parikrama, details the extreme

Lt Cdr Aishwarya Boddapati recounts her extraordinary journey circumnavigating the globe on INS Tarini with an all-women crew of six. Her talk, part of Navika Sagar Parikrama, details the extreme challenges of self-sufficiency at sea, from repairs to charting, while battling rough weather, strong winds, and sub-zero temperatures in the unexplored South Oceans.

Aishwarya emphasizes that at sea, only presence of mind and survival instincts matter, not gender. She believes the best way to overcome fear is to face it. As an Indian Navy officer, she and her teammates received the prestigious Naari Shakti Puraskar and Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award for their historic feat.

This inspiring talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Cape Town faces a severe water crisis due to drought and population growth, with "Day Zero" – when freshwater runs out – predicted for 2018. Officials have implemented water limits to delay

Cape Town faces a severe water crisis due to drought and population growth, with "Day Zero" – when freshwater runs out – predicted for 2018. Officials have implemented water limits to delay this outcome. Filmmaker Jamie Hancock's short film features resident Ray De Vries discussing potential complications if "Day Zero" arrives.

This film is part of National Geographic's Short Film Showcase, highlighting exceptional videos that affirm Nat Geo's commitment to science, exploration, and storytelling. You can watch the film here: What Happens When Cape Town Runs Out of Water?. Explore more films at Short Film Showcase or submit your own work to sfs@natgeo.com.

Each spring, a male American woodcock performs its early morning "sky dance" at Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge in Maine, a unique display to attract mates.

If you appreciate wildlife

Each spring, a male American woodcock performs its early morning "sky dance" at Moosehorn National Wildlife Refuge in Maine, a unique display to attract mates.

If you appreciate wildlife and public lands, join our E-network. Stay informed on how you can help protect wildlife and wild places: Join our E-network

Water holds significantly less oxygen than air, a problem exacerbated as water temperatures rise. This reduction in available oxygen creates a critical challenge for aquatic life.

As our

Water holds significantly less oxygen than air, a problem exacerbated as water temperatures rise. This reduction in available oxygen creates a critical challenge for aquatic life.

As our oceans warm, fish and other marine species struggle to breathe. Learn more about the profound impacts these changing conditions have on their survival and the broader ecosystem.

Artist Dianna Cohen reveals the harsh truths of plastic pollution, impacting our oceans and daily lives. She also offers insights on how to break free from the plastic gyre.

Learn more at

Artist Dianna Cohen reveals the harsh truths of plastic pollution, impacting our oceans and daily lives. She also offers insights on how to break free from the plastic gyre.

Learn more at the Plastic Pollution Coalition.

During the reboot of the world's economy, Geoff Mulgan, CEO of the National Endowment for Science Technology and the Arts (NESTA) and a visiting professor, proposes a transformative approach.

During the reboot of the world's economy, Geoff Mulgan, CEO of the National Endowment for Science Technology and the Arts (NESTA) and a visiting professor, proposes a transformative approach. Instead of allocating bailout money to failing old industries, he suggests utilizing stimulus funds to establish new, socially responsible companies, aiming to improve the world.

Mulgan also questions the effectiveness of GDP as a measurement tool for a new, sustainable economy. His insights are available on http://www.ted.com.

New to EarthSayers? This brief guide offers a quick tour and suggestions for navigating our platform.

Discover insights on sustainability from leaders, educators, and citizens. Learn how to

New to EarthSayers? This brief guide offers a quick tour and suggestions for navigating our platform.

Discover insights on sustainability from leaders, educators, and citizens. Learn how to effectively use EarthSayers to explore diverse perspectives.

Deirdre Kent, co-founder of the New Economics Party in New Zealand, outlines specific recommendations for transforming our economic system into a sustainable one.

For more information and

Deirdre Kent, co-founder of the New Economics Party in New Zealand, outlines specific recommendations for transforming our economic system into a sustainable one.

For more information and ideas on their proposals, visit the New Economics Party website.