On April 20th, Barbara Ford joined a panel discussion at the Earth Day 2012 Conference, co-sponsored by the Earth & Spirit Council and Portland Community College/Sylvania. The discussion explored

On April 20th, Barbara Ford joined a panel discussion at the Earth Day 2012 Conference, co-sponsored by the Earth & Spirit Council and Portland Community College/Sylvania. The discussion explored the central theme: "What gives us hope and heart to keep working on what is best for our Earth in the face of difficult changes?"

This event was videotaped by Tom Hopkins and Barry Heidt of the Sustainability Action Media (SAM) coalition. The recording was subsequently posted to EarthSayers.tv, voices of sustainability, by Curator Ruth Ann Barrett.

Actor and storyteller Kyle Legacion explores how our phone-centric attention often disconnects us from our environment. He discusses how social media hinders engagement with nature and proposes

Actor and storyteller Kyle Legacion explores how our phone-centric attention often disconnects us from our environment. He discusses how social media hinders engagement with nature and proposes improving our relationship with the planet by being less present to devices and more attuned to the world around us.

Kyle, a summa cum laude graduate in acting and sustainability studies, is a classically trained actor with experience in videography, community organizing, and music. He plans to pursue a Ph.D. in fields like Internet studies and ecopsychology, driven by a passion to reconnect us with Earth. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Chad Valdez (Diné) is a writer and bookseller based in Denver, CO. He holds an MFA in Fiction with a minor in Native American Studies from New Mexico State University, where he received multiple

Chad Valdez (Diné) is a writer and bookseller based in Denver, CO. He holds an MFA in Fiction with a minor in Native American Studies from New Mexico State University, where he received multiple awards.

He taught English and Creative Writing, sharing his passion for Indigenous storytelling and epistemology. His work has appeared in *Windward Review*, [CBR.com](https://www.cbr.com/), and other publications.

This piece is Chad's audio story, "Split Decision."

Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He

Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He highlighted that a smaller environmental footprint leads to greater long-term profit, stressing the social and prosperity elements where Walmart, as the largest private employer in the U.S. with 2.2 million global employees, has significant impact.

The conference, hosted by *The Wall Street Journal*, gathers leaders to discuss business and environmental issues. Yet, critics like Dr. Chet Bowers argue that genuine sustainability is hindered by "deep cultural assumptions" of an individualistic, consumer-dependent society, despite corporate efforts.

Climate One Host Greg Dalton led the lightning round during the "Aligning Profits with the Planet" program.

The program featured Gretchen Daily, Professor of Environmental Science at

Climate One Host Greg Dalton led the lightning round during the "Aligning Profits with the Planet" program.

The program featured Gretchen Daily, Professor of Environmental Science at Stanford University; Adam Davis, Managing Partner at Ecosystem Investment Partners; and Barbara Grady, Senior Writer for GreenBiz.com.

For more information, visit the event page or Climate One.

Join the SEED Institute for its "Wisdom from the Origins Conference," held September 13-17, 2012. This event delves into the Mayan Calendar and other prophecies on humanity's future. Access the

Join the SEED Institute for its "Wisdom from the Origins Conference," held September 13-17, 2012. This event delves into the Mayan Calendar and other prophecies on humanity's future. Access the full schedule.

The conference features insights from presenters like Gregg Braden, Grandmother Flordemayo (Mayan), LeRoy Little Bear (Blackfoot), Barbara Marx Hubbard, Sequoyah Trueblood (Choctaw), and Tata Pedro Cruz (Mayan). It also includes footage of Dancing Earth's performance, Of Bodies of Elements.

Produced by Ruth Ann Barrett, EarthSayers.tv, Portland, Oregon.

Shkiyah Little is a Junior at Spelman College, pursuing a Biology major and Public Health minor on the Pre-Med track.

Her academic and professional interests include Environmental

Shkiyah Little is a Junior at Spelman College, pursuing a Biology major and Public Health minor on the Pre-Med track.

Her academic and professional interests include Environmental Management, Healthcare Access, and Health Risks.

My name is Indigo Williams Brown. I am a senior at Hampton University, majoring in Political Science (Pre-Law track) and minoring in Marine and Environmental Science.

My academic focus

My name is Indigo Williams Brown. I am a senior at Hampton University, majoring in Political Science (Pre-Law track) and minoring in Marine and Environmental Science.

My academic focus areas are Environmental Justice and Marine Reserves.

Since 1991, Bill Moyers has followed two Milwaukee families caught in the undertow of a merciless economy and a changing city. They constantly faced devastating challenges and difficult

Since 1991, Bill Moyers has followed two Milwaukee families caught in the undertow of a merciless economy and a changing city. They constantly faced devastating challenges and difficult choices.

Moyers revisits these reports, exploring the human price of inequality with journalists Barbara Miner and Barbara Garson. Their books are available for order on Amazon or at your local bookstore.