This month's call will explore whether carbon fee and dividend can bridge the Republican-Democrat divide. We'll hear from Dr. Ray Ward, a Republican state representative and family physician from

This month's call will explore whether carbon fee and dividend can bridge the Republican-Democrat divide. We'll hear from Dr. Ray Ward, a Republican state representative and family physician from Utah, who champions this policy. Earlier this year, Dr. Ward co-signed a Deseret News op-ed with two dozen other Utah Republicans, endorsing carbon fee and dividend as a viable climate solution.

For more details, access CCL's October Action Sheet, the October Pre-Call Video, and the Deseret News Republican Carbon Dividends Op-Ed. You can also register for the November 13-14 Conference or learn about the President Biden Campaign.

Xinyi, a Senior 3 student at Nanjing Foreign Language School, is a highly accomplished public speaker. She is the national champion of both the 18th China Daily "21st Century Cup" National English

Xinyi, a Senior 3 student at Nanjing Foreign Language School, is a highly accomplished public speaker. She is the national champion of both the 18th China Daily "21st Century Cup" National English Speech Contest (high school category) and the 2020 "Star of Hope and OUTLOOK SUPERSTARS." Xinyi firmly believes that speaking is essential to discovering a language's true beauty.

Beyond her own success, Xinyi selflessly mentors young speakers at NFLS, constantly refining her tutoring approach. She presides over the school's English Speech Club and excels in both American and Chinese debate. Xinyi is also an experienced host, having led events like the New Year's Eve Light Party and the Foreign Language Festival.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event using the TED conference format. Learn more at TEDx.

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams, Noah Siegel (former Director of International Affairs), and Sean Robbins (Greater Portland Inc. president/CEO) discuss the region's competitive advantage in

Former Portland Mayor Sam Adams, Noah Siegel (former Director of International Affairs), and Sean Robbins (Greater Portland Inc. president/CEO) discuss the region's competitive advantage in building green cities.

This discussion is drawn from "The Metropolitan Revolution: How Cities and Metros Are Fixing Our Broken Politics and Fragile Economy," a Brookings Institution publication. Download the accompanying iPad app.

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.

Keyi, Head of Voiz Sustainable Development China, delivered a TEDx talk addressing contemporary environmental issues. She introduced concepts like circular economy and "greenwash," sharing her

Keyi, Head of Voiz Sustainable Development China, delivered a TEDx talk addressing contemporary environmental issues. She introduced concepts like circular economy and "greenwash," sharing her insights on sustainable development and inspiring audience participation in a greener future.

A Land Economy student at Cambridge, Keyi also serves as Vice President of the Cambridge Consulting Society and founded two other university societies. Her diverse background spans economics, environment, finance, and law. Notably, she secured a competitive Bank of England internship in her freshman year.

This talk was independently organized as part of a local TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Germany's Climate Community Saerbeck, a town of 7,000, offers a

Germany's Climate Community Saerbeck, a town of 7,000, offers a global model for sustainable energy independence. Starting climate work in 2009, it produced more renewable energy than it consumed within five years.

Sustainability Pioneers interviews Ralf Fuecks (Heinrich Boll Foundation president) and climate scientist Neil Donahue (Carnegie Mellon University). They discuss carbon footprint reduction and its feasibility in the U.S.

Become a Sustainability Pioneers supporter with a tax-deductible donation. Published on May 14, 2015.

Capitalism is often seen as a dual force: a driver of prosperity that has lifted billions from poverty, yet also a system that can foster greed. Both views contain truth.

While free

Capitalism is often seen as a dual force: a driver of prosperity that has lifted billions from poverty, yet also a system that can foster greed. Both views contain truth.

While free enterprise promotes global prosperity, we must guard against materialism, remembering that money serves as a means to greater ends. Join Arthur Brooks—New York Times columnist, bestselling author, and president of the American Enterprise Institute—for this thought-provoking discussion.

The Yale Environmental Sustainability Summit featured two key plenary panels. The first, "Flowing Capital to a Sustainable Future," explored impact investing with Yale alumni. Panelists included

The Yale Environmental Sustainability Summit featured two key plenary panels. The first, "Flowing Capital to a Sustainable Future," explored impact investing with Yale alumni. Panelists included Tom Hodgman (NatureVest), Jeff Possick (MissionPoint Partners), Shelby Semmes (Intervale Advisors), and Adam Wolfensohn (Encourage Capital), moderated by Terry Kellogg (Helios Capital Ventures).

The second plenary, "Moving Ahead: Change Making, Sound Science, and the Rule of Law," discussed future directions. Speakers were Paul Anastas (Yale), Tom McHenry (Vermont Law School), and William K. Reilly (World Wildlife Fund; former EPA Administrator). Ingrid C. Burke, Dean of F&ES, served as moderator.

Pete Carroll, one of only three coaches to win both a Super Bowl and a college football national championship, is in his seventh year as head coach and executive vice president of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks. His 42-year coaching career, including a highly successful run at USC, is defined by his unique "Always Compete" philosophy. Visit petecarroll.com for more.

Interviewed by transformational leadership consultant Joyce Anastasia, Carroll discussed his relationship-based approach to success. He highlighted the importance of ongoing communication, a common language, and commitment to process. Carroll advocates for a disciplined, yet non-authoritarian, leadership style, challenging traditional views on effectiveness.

Visionary author Duane Elgin, known for "Voluntary Simplicity," was interviewed by Richard Rathbun, CEO of the Foundation for Global Community, at Global MindShift. Elgin discussed his new book,

Visionary author Duane Elgin, known for "Voluntary Simplicity," was interviewed by Richard Rathbun, CEO of the Foundation for Global Community, at Global MindShift. Elgin discussed his new book, "The Living Universe."

You can order "Voluntary Simplicity" from Amazon.com.