This podcast features producer Ian Kibbe discussing "Greener Pastures," a compelling PBS documentary. It delves into the struggles, hopes, and resilience of America’s family farmers,

This podcast features producer Ian Kibbe discussing "Greener Pastures," a compelling PBS documentary. It delves into the struggles, hopes, and resilience of America’s family farmers, highlighting urgent agricultural challenges through their voices.

The interview includes insights from Jeff Ditzenberger, a veteran corn and soybean farmer and founder of Rural Minds and TUGS, alongside Chris Petersen, a sustainable agriculture advocate and board member of the Organization of Competitive Markets. Paul Steinbroner interviewed Kibbe, with Bob Trench producing this Sustainability Action Media podcast, an EarthSayers project.

Chris Grantham's work at IDEO highlights the shift from designing products to redesigning economic systems for a circular economy. The 2018 Summit in London explored these transformative ideas,

Chris Grantham's work at IDEO highlights the shift from designing products to redesigning economic systems for a circular economy. The 2018 Summit in London explored these transformative ideas, digital technologies, and disruptive realities already shaping business and policy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. As a global thought leader, it engages decision-makers across business, government, and academia. Discover more about their work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org, subscribe to their YouTube channel: EMF YouTube, and explore the Disruptive Innovation Festival (DIF) films at DIF YouTube.

The "membership economy" is profoundly transforming business, comparable to the industrial revolution, states Silicon Valley consultant Robbie Kellman Baxter. This model shifts the consumer-brand

The "membership economy" is profoundly transforming business, comparable to the industrial revolution, states Silicon Valley consultant Robbie Kellman Baxter. This model shifts the consumer-brand relationship from transactional to relational, emphasizing access over ownership and delivering a "forever promise."

While not a new concept—Charles Dickens used subscriptions—modern technology allows businesses to build these ongoing relationships with unprecedented reach. This shift, exemplified by Netflix's success over Blockbuster, prioritizes consistent value and customer certainty. Baxter, author of "The Membership Economy," details this move from one-time payments to recurring revenue and multi-directional communication.

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This keynote session from The Responsible Business Summit Europe, organized by Ethical Corporation, was published on July 17,

This keynote session from The Responsible Business Summit Europe, organized by Ethical Corporation, was published on July 17, 2017.

Speakers included Kelly M. Semrau, SVP, Global Corporate Affairs, Communication & Sustainability, SC Johnson; Julian Hilton-Johnson, VP, Corporate Relations & Chief of Staff to the President, McDonald's Europe; Jeffrey Hogue, Chief Sustainability Officer, C&A; and Chris Coulter, CEO, GlobeScan.

This video collection features academics and students sharing their insights on circular design and demonstrating their use of the Circular Design Guide. These resources aim to inspire other

This video collection features academics and students sharing their insights on circular design and demonstrating their use of the Circular Design Guide. These resources aim to inspire other educators to integrate circular design principles into their curricula.

The Circular Design Guide is a free online tool, offering 24 downloadable methods, case studies, and resources for applying circular design. Explore this comprehensive guide at circulardesignguide.com.

Experience a unique love song. Watch, share, and #ShowTheLove to protect the life we love from climate change.

This powerful

Experience a unique love song. Watch, share, and #ShowTheLove to protect the life we love from climate change.

This powerful short film, a unique collaboration with Ridley Scott Associates, features an original poem by award-winning writer Anthony Anaxagorou. It is brought to life by Charles Dance, Miranda Richardson, David Gyasi, and Jason Isaacs, with a soundtrack by Elbow, including choral arrangements by Phil Mitchell and vocals from the Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Choir.

Achieving net-zero emissions demands more than just renewable energy; it requires fixing the economy to fix the climate. This episode explores the interconnected solutions to the climate crisis

Achieving net-zero emissions demands more than just renewable energy; it requires fixing the economy to fix the climate. This episode explores the interconnected solutions to the climate crisis and how businesses can make and measure progress.

Featured speakers include Christiana Figueres (Global Optimism), Erin Billman (Science-Based Targets Network), and Charles Redfield (Walmart US).

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Universities often teach subjects in isolation. Imagine the effort Fiona Charnley of Exeter University put into developing a cross-campus MSc on the circular economy. Similarly, consider the

Universities often teach subjects in isolation. Imagine the effort Fiona Charnley of Exeter University put into developing a cross-campus MSc on the circular economy. Similarly, consider the challenge Chris Grantham, a lead designer at IDEO, faced in convincing colleagues about a new, circular approach to product design.

Charnley and Grantham will share how they achieved these remarkable changes. They will discuss who they needed to persuade and their strategies. Learn valuable lessons from those who have successfully driven institutional change.

Hear from leading experts on the future of sustainable mobility. Speakers include Britta Gross (RMI), Michael Backstrom (Southern California Edison), Chris King (Siemens), and Rick Spina (General

Hear from leading experts on the future of sustainable mobility. Speakers include Britta Gross (RMI), Michael Backstrom (Southern California Edison), Chris King (Siemens), and Rick Spina (General Motors).

They will discuss the massive potential to reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector by shifting towards an electrified, more efficient system.

At the inaugural Circular Economy Pacific Summit, acclaimed author Chris Kutarna joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to discuss implementing circular economy principles in New Zealand and

At the inaugural Circular Economy Pacific Summit, acclaimed author Chris Kutarna joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to discuss implementing circular economy principles in New Zealand and leveraging indigenous knowledge to address global challenges.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world-record sailor Ellen MacArthur, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. It has emerged as a global thought leader, influencing business, government, and academia with support from its philanthropic and knowledge partners.

Explore our work and connect with us online at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel for more insights.