Rick Rybeck of Just Economics delivered a brief presentation to the Center for State Innovation, addressing the concepts of smart and dumb

Rick Rybeck of Just Economics delivered a brief presentation to the Center for State Innovation, addressing the concepts of smart and dumb growth.

He highlighted "value capture" as a key technique. This method aims to fund infrastructure and create jobs, while simultaneously making housing more affordable and promoting sustainable development.

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Renowned wolf biologist and author Rick McIntyre has dedicated his life to observing and sharing the stories of wild wolves. The Center for Biological Diversity recently spoke with him,

Renowned wolf biologist and author Rick McIntyre has dedicated his life to observing and sharing the stories of wild wolves. The Center for Biological Diversity recently spoke with him, highlighting the rich relationships and personalities of these remarkable animals.

As wolves in Yellowstone’s Mollie’s Pack face serious threats, Rick’s insights remind us of the importance of their lives and families. We encourage you to take action to protect them at the link in our bio. 🐺 Special thanks to @yellowstone_406 for providing incredible wolf footage.

Rick, a veteran of Portland's startup scene and co-founder of PIE, encourages introverts to build community by intentionally connecting people. He advises creators to spark cultural disruptions,

Rick, a veteran of Portland's startup scene and co-founder of PIE, encourages introverts to build community by intentionally connecting people. He advises creators to spark cultural disruptions, sharing insights on his Silicon Florist blog.

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Rick Ridgeway was interviewed by Sustainability Action Media (SAM) at the 2010 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC), organized by