Policymakers face a critical challenge: electrifying the U.S. vehicle fleet while establishing stable transportation funding, as traditional fuel taxes become obsolete. This event explores new

Policymakers face a critical challenge: electrifying the U.S. vehicle fleet while establishing stable transportation funding, as traditional fuel taxes become obsolete. This event explores new models like mileage fees or carbon taxes. An electronic program detailing the event and panelists is available here.

Supported by the Mineta Transportation Institute, the program features U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, and Caltrans Director Toks Omishakin. The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts this discussion.

Transportation policymakers face a critical dual challenge: electrifying the nation's vehicle fleet and establishing a stable funding source. As the U.S. shifts to electric vehicles, the

Transportation policymakers face a critical dual challenge: electrifying the nation's vehicle fleet and establishing a stable funding source. As the U.S. shifts to electric vehicles, the traditional reliance on motor fuel taxes is unsustainable, necessitating new models like mileage fees or carbon taxes.

This vital discussion features U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, Senator Alex Padilla, and other experts. The program is supported by the Mineta Transportation Institute at San José State University.

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information and upcoming events, visit: SUBSCRIBE | UPCOMING EVENTS | BECOME a MEMBER | DONATE NOW | Watch & Listen | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Washington's recovering wolf population faces flawed state management. Despite public support, the state wildlife agency, influenced by the livestock industry, continues lethal wolf management and

Washington's recovering wolf population faces flawed state management. Despite public support, the state wildlife agency, influenced by the livestock industry, continues lethal wolf management and defied Governor Inslee's reform orders. This approach lacks accountability, transparency, and science-based nonlethal strategies.

Learn from experts Amaroq Weiss, Claire Loebs Davis, and Samantha Bruegger how to transform Washington into a leader for wolf conservation. The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, protects species through science and law.

Find us at biologicaldiversity.org, on Twitter @CenterForBioDiv, or email center@biologicaldiversity.org.

Recorded live at Climate Week New York, this episode explores why retailers must embrace the circular economy for food. With global food systems contributing a third of greenhouse gas emissions

Recorded live at Climate Week New York, this episode explores why retailers must embrace the circular economy for food. With global food systems contributing a third of greenhouse gas emissions and facing supply chain shocks, guests from Visa, PepsiCo, and the National Retail Federation discuss making circularity more convenient and investing in shared solutions to scale this vital transition.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity, accelerates the shift to a circular economy to tackle climate change, waste, and biodiversity loss. Learn more about retail and the circular economy, or sign up for our North America newsletter. Subscribe for more insights and visit our website or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a radically different future.

Born in France, of Jamaican and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape descent, Slam boasts a distinguished academic and legal career. A Division 1 Rower, he earned multiple degrees and, in law school, led student associations and wrote an award-winning paper on Indian Water rights. He will continue his legal education at UCLA.

As an Earth Guardians board member, Slam empowers diverse youth to lead on climate issues. Join him in making positive change. Start your activism with Earth Guardians at www.earthguardians.org.

Timber framer Jenna Pollard is actively changing the narrative for women in trades. With women making up less than five percent of US carpenters, Pollard shares her expertise with apprentices,

Timber framer Jenna Pollard is actively changing the narrative for women in trades. With women making up less than five percent of US carpenters, Pollard shares her expertise with apprentices, believing, "We need women who are the professionals...passing on that knowledge to other women." She's building a future where women are empowered in skilled trades, one dovetail joint at a time.

Learn more about Jenna's work in the film "Reframed," directed by Luisa Conlon. You can also support the Women’s Natural Building Scholarship Fund by donating here. Explore Luisa Conlon's other projects here.

Vince Hall challenges conventional hunger solutions, arguing communities already possess enough food. He debunks traditional approaches and their environmental impact, advocating for effective

Vince Hall challenges conventional hunger solutions, arguing communities already possess enough food. He debunks traditional approaches and their environmental impact, advocating for effective food rescue programs to end hunger and save the planet.

As CEO of Feeding San Diego, the county’s leading hunger relief agency, Hall spearheads innovative food rescue efforts. Under his leadership, the organization provides over 25 million meals annually, addressing hunger for one-eighth of San Diegans, including 127,000 children.

Hall brings extensive nonprofit and public sector management experience, notably as Staff Director for Governor Gray Davis. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

For millennia, the Chumash people have been a maritime culture, renowned for their plank canoes, *tomols*, used to navigate the Channel Islands. European colonization nearly erased the craft of

For millennia, the Chumash people have been a maritime culture, renowned for their plank canoes, *tomols*, used to navigate the Channel Islands. European colonization nearly erased the craft of tomol building, but today, Alan Salazar and his Chumash and Fernandeño Tataviam communities are dedicated to reviving this vital knowledge for future generations.

Support the Tataviam Land Conservancy's project to build two new tomols. This initiative will unite the Fernandeño Tataviam and Chumash tribes through educational events and workshops focused on tomol craft, culture, and paddling. To donate, please specify "Tomol Project" in the message box on the donation page: https://www.tataviam.land/donation/

The "Declaration of Interdependence: A Pledge to Planet Earth" was co-authored in 1992 by David Suzuki, Tara Cullis, Raffi Cavoukian, Wade Davis, Guujaw, and others.

As the founding

The "Declaration of Interdependence: A Pledge to Planet Earth" was co-authored in 1992 by David Suzuki, Tara Cullis, Raffi Cavoukian, Wade Davis, Guujaw, and others.

As the founding document of the David Suzuki Foundation, it articulates the organization's core values. It presents a vision for planetary survival through a "new politics of hope," emphasizing connection and interdependence for the future of Earth.

Wildchoir, formerly Thrive Choir, is an Oakland, CA-based ensemble of diverse vocalists, artists, and activists. This politically and socially engaged group unites in harmony.

They have

Wildchoir, formerly Thrive Choir, is an Oakland, CA-based ensemble of diverse vocalists, artists, and activists. This politically and socially engaged group unites in harmony.

They have performed with acclaimed artists like Rising Appalachia, Climbing PoeTree, and MaMuse, and shared stages with leaders such as Bernie Sanders, Ericka Huggins, and Joanna Macy. Their music inspires thousands at events across California.

After years as the musical voice of the Thrive Network, Wildchoir is now an independent ensemble, grateful for past collaboration and excited for its new journey. Learn more at Bioneers.org.