Dwarkadas Suresh, known as "Solar Suresh," advocates for ecological balance through sustainable living. He demonstrates this with his self-sufficient home, utilizing solar panels, rainwater

Dwarkadas Suresh, known as "Solar Suresh," advocates for ecological balance through sustainable living. He demonstrates this with his self-sufficient home, utilizing solar panels, rainwater harvesting, biogas, terrace gardens, and an Air-o-water machine that makes drinking water from air.

Suresh emphasizes personal contribution to avoid natural resource depletion, stating that a lack of curiosity and awareness hinders societal change. He asserts that sustainable living is a neglected concept, and eco-friendly solutions like solar plants are economically viable for homes, businesses, and institutions. He has successfully implemented these solutions and shared his vision at numerous institutions, including a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Governments are responsible for establishing the systems, incentives, and regulatory frameworks essential for sustainable development. While a shared vision is hoped for at Rio+20, historical

Governments are responsible for establishing the systems, incentives, and regulatory frameworks essential for sustainable development. While a shared vision is hoped for at Rio+20, historical governmental actions have often lacked courage.

Speakers include Vandana Shiva, Jonathon Porritt, Jim MacNeill, Mark Moody-Stuart, David Suzuki, Kris Gopalakrishnan, Gro Harlem Brundtland, Nitin Desai, and Achim Steiner.

Women are disproportionately affected by climate change, yet their voices are often unheard in decision-making. Enhancing their participation and leadership is crucial for a healthy, prosperous,

Women are disproportionately affected by climate change, yet their voices are often unheard in decision-making. Enhancing their participation and leadership is crucial for a healthy, prosperous, and sustainable future, as highlighted by the Women4Climate initiative.

Clara Duchalet exemplifies this, having joined the C40 Women4Climate program to develop Vépluche, her circular economy startup valorizing organic waste.

Aspiring climate leaders are invited to join this session to learn how they can contribute.

People of color are disproportionately impacted by environmental degradation yet remain underrepresented in environmental organizations and discussions. This month, we feature Andrés Jimenez,

People of color are disproportionately impacted by environmental degradation yet remain underrepresented in environmental organizations and discussions. This month, we feature Andrés Jimenez, Executive Director of Green2.0, an organization dedicated to increasing diversity in environmental justice conversations.

Jimenez brings extensive experience, having previously served as Senior Director of Government Affairs for Citizens' Climate Lobby, Associate Director of Government Relations at Ocean Conservancy, and worked on Capitol Hill for Reps. Linda Sanchez and Howard Berman.

For more information: CCL's May Action Sheet, CCL's June Conference, May Pre Call Video.

Dr. Sean B. Carroll is a distinguished biologist and author, acclaimed for his groundbreaking research in evolutionary developmental biology. A Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and

Dr. Sean B. Carroll is a distinguished biologist and author, acclaimed for his groundbreaking research in evolutionary developmental biology. A Professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and Vice President for Science Education at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, he earned his Ph.D. from Tufts University. His seminal work on the genetic basis of animal development and evolution merges molecular genetics with evolutionary biology, offering critical insights into biodiversity.

Carroll is also an accomplished author, known for influential books like "Endless Forms Most Beautiful" and "The Serengeti Rules," which effectively communicate complex scientific ideas. His exceptional contributions have earned him numerous honors, including election to the National Academy of Sciences, highlighting his significant impact on both research and science education.

Growing up in Detroit, Brittany Stallworth, a 2012 Brower Youth Award Winner, faced environmental injustice, including limited healthy food access and exposure to factory emissions. This

Growing up in Detroit, Brittany Stallworth, a 2012 Brower Youth Award Winner, faced environmental injustice, including limited healthy food access and exposure to factory emissions. This experience fueled her to establish "Green is the New Black" at Howard University, a campaign dedicated to food and environmental justice.

Through her initiative, Stallworth organized expert-led workshops for students and a symposium that connected over 35 green organizations with college students for internships and jobs. Her passion has inspired others to advance food accessibility and environmental justice in underserved communities.

Building on the Pact for the Future and Global Digital Compact, this session addresses youth concerns in the digital age. It will highlight the lack of meaningful youth participation in AI and

Building on the Pact for the Future and Global Digital Compact, this session addresses youth concerns in the digital age. It will highlight the lack of meaningful youth participation in AI and digital governance, emphasizing the need for equitable access to digital tools for all young people.

The session will also explore how youth are already using their creativity, energy, and innovative perspectives to drive positive social change through digital technologies.

Diversity is critical for effective climate solutions. Join Karina Ramirez and Princella Talley as they explore how a lack of diversity impacts society and individuals, and learn how to foster a

Diversity is critical for effective climate solutions. Join Karina Ramirez and Princella Talley as they explore how a lack of diversity impacts society and individuals, and learn how to foster a more welcoming and diverse Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL).

Access presentation slides and additional #CCL2020 content here. Join CCL here.

We are celebrating a significant milestone: 68 million fewer people now lack access to clean water, with the number decreasing from 771 million to 703 million.

Scott Miller, Head of

We are celebrating a significant milestone: 68 million fewer people now lack access to clean water, with the number decreasing from 771 million to 703 million.

Scott Miller, Head of Monitoring and Evaluation, shares more about this achievement in a brief video update. For further details, explore our blog post: https://cwtr.org/3FXOmjx.

World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim called for economic growth that creates more just societies, defining the institution's goal of boosting shared prosperity as its strategy to tackle global

World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim called for economic growth that creates more just societies, defining the institution's goal of boosting shared prosperity as its strategy to tackle global inequality.

Speaking at Howard University, Kim announced that for the first time in its history, the World Bank has set a specific goal to reduce global inequality.