Green Economy pioneer Van Jones addressed the 2009 Bentley University/TIME magazine Leadership Forum. As founder of Green For All and former Special Advisor for Green Jobs to President Obama, he

Green Economy pioneer Van Jones addressed the 2009 Bentley University/TIME magazine Leadership Forum. As founder of Green For All and former Special Advisor for Green Jobs to President Obama, he identified three fallacies eroding American prosperity: over-reliance on consumption, prioritizing credit over savings, and ecological destruction instead of restoration.

Despite being vilified in the press after his White House resignation, it is advisable to consider his message directly, rather than the media's narrative about him.

A video features an Indigenous woman from Louisiana's bayous explaining how federal land leasing for Gulf oil drilling impacts the ecosystem and Native communities. Aerial footage was produced by

A video features an Indigenous woman from Louisiana's bayous explaining how federal land leasing for Gulf oil drilling impacts the ecosystem and Native communities. Aerial footage was produced by the Louisiana Bucket Brigade.

On March 23rd, Clarice Friloux, a Houma citizen and community organizer, joined hundreds disrupting a BOEM land lease auction in New Orleans.

The Obama administration's continued Gulf land leasing for oil and gas contradicts its #ActOnClimate goals. This isn't climate leadership. Activists demand a #JustTransition for the Gulf Coast, urging #NoNewLeases and to #KeepItInTheGround, supporting #IndigenousRising.

On March 31, 2014, the Tennessee House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bill to establish a state licensing program for legal hemp cultivation. Sponsor Rep. Jeremy Faison emphasized

On March 31, 2014, the Tennessee House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bill to establish a state licensing program for legal hemp cultivation. Sponsor Rep. Jeremy Faison emphasized hemp's historical benefits and cited the recent U.S. Farm Bill, which permits states to regulate production and allows universities to conduct studies.

The legislation passed with an 88-5 vote. Following its approval, Faison distributed various hemp products, such as breakfast cereal, soap, cooking oil, and twine, to legislative leaders, showcasing the plant's diverse applications.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S. economy.

With a nearing trillion-dollar budget deficit and high unemployment, the expiring Bush-era tax cuts presented a critical economic challenge. President Obama advocated raising taxes on incomes over $250,000 to reduce the deficit. Conversely, others argued the wealthiest 1% already pay over a quarter of federal taxes, and higher taxes on "job creators" would hinder economic growth. The central question remained: should tax breaks be extended for everyone, or are the wealthy not paying their "fair share"?

Mary Robinson, President of the Mary Robinson Foundation, delivered a speech on climate justice at the BSR

Mary Robinson, President of the Mary Robinson Foundation, delivered a speech on climate justice at the BSR Conference in San Francisco, November 2013.

Learn from the woman who broke glass ceilings and took on the challenge of leaving no
one behind. Mary Robinson is the former President of Ireland, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and
cofounder of Project Dandelion, a woman-led global campaign for climate justice

A member of the Elders and the Club of Madrid, she has received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Barack Obama.

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Seafood is unique as one of the last food sources industrially harvested directly from nature.

Nima Tisdall, co-founder of Blue Lobster, is recognized for her work in environmental and

Seafood is unique as one of the last food sources industrially harvested directly from nature.

Nima Tisdall, co-founder of Blue Lobster, is recognized for her work in environmental and social sustainability. A Forbes "30 under 30" honoree and Obama Foundation fellow, she champions impact-driven for-profit solutions to global issues.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Watch more from the TEDxDalbergCatalyst series here and learn about TEDx here.

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent our oceans' needs at Rio+20. Click here.