Written and directed by Anaya Dominique Martin, this story introduces Erica, a young woman on a routine grocery trip.

However, a seemingly mundane act of using plastic bags for her

Written and directed by Anaya Dominique Martin, this story introduces Erica, a young woman on a routine grocery trip.

However, a seemingly mundane act of using plastic bags for her groceries takes a sinister turn, leading to an unexpected, dark outcome.

Mary Nichols, a climate champion, spent 45 years as an environmental regulator, called "Trump's nemesis" and "most influential." As Chair of the California Air Resources Board, she advanced

Mary Nichols, a climate champion, spent 45 years as an environmental regulator, called "Trump's nemesis" and "most influential." As Chair of the California Air Resources Board, she advanced climate action, limited emissions, and engaged automakers. Praised for cutting greenhouse gases, she also faced criticism for polluter leniency and insufficient action for disadvantaged communities.

Join Mary Nichols and Climate One's Greg Dalton to discuss her storied career and California's climate leadership, from Governors Schwarzenegger to Newsom. We'll explore the future of state and national climate agendas in 2021. This program is generously underwritten by the ClimateWorks Foundation.

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UC Merced student Martin Figueroa spearheaded a campus movement to reduce water use. In 2011, he organized the "UC Merced Water Battle," a month-long competition involving over 600 students across

UC Merced student Martin Figueroa spearheaded a campus movement to reduce water use. In 2011, he organized the "UC Merced Water Battle," a month-long competition involving over 600 students across residence halls. Utilizing real-time monitoring, participants collectively cut water use by 14 percent, saving 89,000 gallons.

Figueroa is now encouraging other UC campuses to implement similar "Water Battles" to expand conservation efforts.

On October 23, 2009, City Club welcomed former Oregon Board of Higher Education members Kirby Dyess, John von Schlagell, and Donald Blair.

Appointed by Governor Kulongoski

On October 23, 2009, City Club welcomed former Oregon Board of Higher Education members Kirby Dyess, John von Schlagell, and Donald Blair.

Appointed by Governor Kulongoski in 2004, they served until 2008, tasked with creating an innovative, entrepreneurial system to stabilize university income and costs. They discussed their experiences and how outdated organizational structures reportedly hindered their ability to achieve these higher education goals.

A local news story provides further context: Higher Education Leaders Say Structures Hindered Goals.

North America is at a unique juncture for the circular economy. Emerging from pandemic disruption, with climate and environment as policy priorities, and strong business leadership, the region is

North America is at a unique juncture for the circular economy. Emerging from pandemic disruption, with climate and environment as policy priorities, and strong business leadership, the region is poised for significant progress. This episode will share stories of its emergence, celebrate achievements, and explore future directions.

Presented as an Accelerator Session at the World Circular Economy Forum 2021, this discussion features insights from leading experts:

Bridget Croke, Armando Yáñez Sandoval, Elise O'Malley, Jonathan Pereira, Jessica Vieira, Jacomien van Tonder, and Adriano Velarde.

Roger and Lori Martin of Grow for Vets share their deep appreciation for cannabis as a medical science and its service to humanity. This perspective was captured by videographer