Waste is a resource, not garbage. Transitioning from a linear to a circular economy is crucial for our survival and prosperity on a planet with finite resources and a growing

Waste is a resource, not garbage. Transitioning from a linear to a circular economy is crucial for our survival and prosperity on a planet with finite resources and a growing population.

ViitorPlus NGO, led by an expert since 2006, addresses waste in Romania through innovative, long-term sustainability solutions. Their initiatives span afforestation, recycling, ecotourism, renewable energy, and environmental education. They also operate social enterprises like Recycle and Canvas Workshop, alongside projects funded by corporate partners.

This talk, highlighting these impactful efforts, was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Millionaire Doug Tompkins, founder of Esprit, purchased a vast rainforest in Southern Chile to create Pumalin Park, a significant biodiversity reserve. However, his philanthropy faces suspicion

Millionaire Doug Tompkins, founder of Esprit, purchased a vast rainforest in Southern Chile to create Pumalin Park, a significant biodiversity reserve. However, his philanthropy faces suspicion from many Chileans.

Critics, including conservative politician Jaime Orpis, view Tompkins' 100km reserve as a national security threat, linking the Argentine border to central Chile. His anti-development stance also irritates a nation seeking economic growth. Despite calls for him to leave, Tompkins remains committed to protecting the park until the Chilean government assumes its preservation.

This report was produced by ABC Australia and distributed by Journeyman Pictures.

Todd Reeve of the Portland, Oregon-based Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) discusses the organization's three core program areas: climate change and renewable energy initiatives; educating

Todd Reeve of the Portland, Oregon-based Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) discusses the organization's three core program areas: climate change and renewable energy initiatives; educating K-12 students on climate and energy; and long-term watershed restoration.

For more information, visit the BEF website: http://www.b-e-f.org/.

Explore more sustainability leaders on the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/group/portlandleaders#.

In his talk, Naresh Narasimhan discusses making cities livable by understanding their past, being

In his talk, Naresh Narasimhan discusses making cities livable by understanding their past, being environmentally aware, and taking responsibility. He asserts that paying taxes doesn't entitle one to complain; instead, we must "stop complaining and start fixing."

Naresh, known for his association with Venkataramanan Associates (VA), is an urbanist, activist, and creative entrepreneur in Bangalore. His recent initiatives include Cobalt, a co-working space designed to foster serendipity.

CLG UK urged the UK government to set an ambitious and investable 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), a call extended globally at COP29. They stressed that all NDCs require clear,

CLG UK urged the UK government to set an ambitious and investable 2035 Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), a call extended globally at COP29. They stressed that all NDCs require clear, long-term climate transition plans outlining how 2030 targets will be met.

The UK government's announcement of an 81% greenhouse gas reduction (from 1990 levels) was globally praised as strong climate leadership and endorsed by CLG UK. Read their policy briefing: Making it happen.

"Sea Country — Malu Lag" follows marine biologist Tishiko King, a proud Kulkalaig woman, from Masig island to the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, fighting to save her home. It highlights

"Sea Country — Malu Lag" follows marine biologist Tishiko King, a proud Kulkalaig woman, from Masig island to the UN Climate Change Conference in Dubai, fighting to save her home. It highlights the ocean's healing power and a First Nations community's resolve to protect their culture.

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Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability is increasingly questioned due to environmental impacts, resource scarcity, and its failure to significantly improve happiness, eliminate poverty, or create full employment.

A simulation model of the Canadian economy demonstrates that full employment, poverty eradication, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and fiscal balance are achievable without economic growth. Victor advocates shifting focus from growth to specific objectives directly related to human and planetary well-being.