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

U.S. wetlands are in crisis, with half of these vital ecosystems in the lower 48 states vanishing since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision removed federal protections, leaving remaining

U.S. wetlands are in crisis, with half of these vital ecosystems in the lower 48 states vanishing since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision removed federal protections, leaving remaining wetlands vulnerable to draining and filling.

Wetlands are crucial for biodiversity; nearly 50% of threatened and endangered species rely on them, with over 33% living exclusively there. Their loss degrades water quality, increases flood risks, and accelerates extinction; many endangered wetland species lack critical habitat protection.

Urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect more critical habitat for wetland-dependent species. Learn more and act at www.saveourfreshwater.org.

FAO Assistant Director-General Rene Orellana Halkyer made his first official visit to Jamaica, meeting farmers and fishers affected by Hurricane Melissa. He was joined by Jamaican officials and

FAO Assistant Director-General Rene Orellana Halkyer made his first official visit to Jamaica, meeting farmers and fishers affected by Hurricane Melissa. He was joined by Jamaican officials and Ambassadors from France and Belgium.

Following the hurricane, FAO provided $350,000 for early recovery, including damage assessments and technical cooperation. FAO and the Government of Jamaica are also advancing the $50 million ADAPT Jamaica project and delivering emergency support to artisanal fishers and smallholder farmers.

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At the first Ministerial Conference on Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution, leaders from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Fidelity International, Unilever, and WWF International voiced support for

At the first Ministerial Conference on Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution, leaders from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Fidelity International, Unilever, and WWF International voiced support for a UN treaty on plastic pollution. For more information on the business call, visit plasticpollutiontreaty.org.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a UK charity dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, insights & analysis, and communications.

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Millions are being displaced from their land due to special corporate rights, a trend significantly influenced by the World Bank's