CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce hosted an event highlighting the critical role of a circular European economy in meeting EU climate goals and showcasing the Taskforce's work,

CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce hosted an event highlighting the critical role of a circular European economy in meeting EU climate goals and showcasing the Taskforce's work, launched at COP26.

During the event, CLG Europe published its policy briefing, "Green Circularity: Advancing the EU’s climate goals through a Circular Economy," which outlines challenges and recommendations for policymakers to accelerate the circular transition. Read the full publication here.

The Taskforce unites businesses committed to sustainable materials, driving policy action and supporting EU decarbonization measures. While welcoming the EU’s Ecodesign for Sustainable Product Regulation, it emphasizes addressing broader challenges businesses face in achieving circularity.

Gregor, a boat builder in Homer, Alaska, expresses deep concern about oil drilling, stating, "where they drill, they spill." He fears potential devastation to local industries.

He warns

Gregor, a boat builder in Homer, Alaska, expresses deep concern about oil drilling, stating, "where they drill, they spill." He fears potential devastation to local industries.

He warns that if President Biden fails to uphold his promise of #NoNewLeases, the region's economy and environment will suffer significantly.

Interview by Rafael Delauz. Music: Artlist. B-roll: Shutterstock. Photos: NOAA.

Our latest #OceanStewardSpotlight featured Marilyn Hemingway and Sandra Bundy, two leaders from Stop Offshore Drilling in the Atlantic (SODA). Marilyn is CEO/President and Founder of the Gullah

Our latest #OceanStewardSpotlight featured Marilyn Hemingway and Sandra Bundy, two leaders from Stop Offshore Drilling in the Atlantic (SODA). Marilyn is CEO/President and Founder of the Gullah Geechee Chamber of Commerce, and Sandra is a board member of the Business Alliance for Protecting the Atlantic Coast.

Support their important work by visiting: Gullah Geechee Chamber of Commerce Gullah Geechee Foundation Business Alliance for Protecting the Atlantic Coast

Josh, whose livelihood depends on Cook Inlet's pristine waters, advocates for their continued protection. He urges President Biden to honor his commitment against new drilling in the

Josh, whose livelihood depends on Cook Inlet's pristine waters, advocates for their continued protection. He urges President Biden to honor his commitment against new drilling in the region.

Learn more about this vital conservation effort at Oceana.org/ProtectAlaska.

Interview by Rafael Delauz. Additional photos and video courtesy of Marissa Wilson, Pond5, and Shutterstock.

The Green Growth Summit 2022 will convene Environment, Climate, and Energy Ministers, MEPs, and business leaders to address the critical crossroads of climate action and energy security.

The Green Growth Summit 2022 will convene Environment, Climate, and Energy Ministers, MEPs, and business leaders to address the critical crossroads of climate action and energy security. Discussions will focus on delivering the 'Fit for 55 Package' and REPowerEU Plan, while enhancing the EU's international leadership in accelerating the global energy transition. The event will also mark the launch of CLG Europe’s flagship report on successfully delivering the European Green Deal.

Key participants include federal ministers from Austria and Germany, state secretaries from Finland, EU ambassadors, European Parliament committee chairs, and directors from DG CLIMA, UN Global Compact, WWF, and various industry leaders.

The August 2022 Garrison Institute Pathways to Planetary Health forum featured Michelle Moore, CEO of Groundswell. Moore, author of the upcoming book "Rural Renaissance: Revitalizing America’s

The August 2022 Garrison Institute Pathways to Planetary Health forum featured Michelle Moore, CEO of Groundswell. Moore, author of the upcoming book "Rural Renaissance: Revitalizing America’s Hometowns through Clean Power" and a President Biden nominee to the Tennessee Valley Authority Board, was a key speaker.

She joined Garrison Institute co-founder Jonathan F.P. Rose to discuss the transition to clean energy. Their conversation focused on creating an inclusive system that regenerates communities across the country.

Zelalem Adefris, Vice President of Policy & Advocacy at Catalyst Miami, champions climate resilience and justice in South Florida.

Her advocacy focuses on building a more equitable and

Zelalem Adefris, Vice President of Policy & Advocacy at Catalyst Miami, champions climate resilience and justice in South Florida.

Her advocacy focuses on building a more equitable and sustainable future for the region.

Support her work: catalystmiami.org

Andrew Otazo has spent the past four years removing over 14,500 pounds of trash from South Florida’s mangrove swamps and ocean. He currently works in public relations and frequently lectures on

Andrew Otazo has spent the past four years removing over 14,500 pounds of trash from South Florida’s mangrove swamps and ocean. He currently works in public relations and frequently lectures on grassroots activism.

Previously, Otazo served as the Cuba Study Group’s Executive Director. Before that, he implemented U.S. foreign policy with Venezuela, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Colombia at the State Department.

His earlier career also includes working as Mexican President Felipe Calderón’s assistant.

Join us for a conversation with leading ecological researcher Mary Power and Institute founder Tom Fleischner. They will explore natural history's vital role in inspiring ecological field study

Join us for a conversation with leading ecological researcher Mary Power and Institute founder Tom Fleischner. They will explore natural history's vital role in inspiring ecological field study and theoretical advances. Dr. Power's decades of research on river food webs and their ecosystem linkages are deeply informed by her love of natural history.

Mary Power is a Professor at UC Berkeley and Faculty Director of the Angelo Coast Range Reserve. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and other prestigious bodies, and a former president of the Ecological Society of America. Her work was notably featured in "The Serengeti Rules" film.