Geothermal energy, despite lower carbon emissions than coal, is not benign. Projects like Nevada's proposed Baltazor site highlight significant environmental and social costs. Geothermal

Geothermal energy, despite lower carbon emissions than coal, is not benign. Projects like Nevada's proposed Baltazor site highlight significant environmental and social costs. Geothermal development leads to habitat destruction (e.g., in Kenya and for Nevada's Dixie Valley toad) and violent evictions of indigenous communities.

Drilling releases toxic elements like mercury, arsenic, and boron into groundwater. Facilities also cause air pollution, including sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide, contributing to acid rain and health issues, as seen in Iceland. Moreover, "enhanced geothermal systems" (EGS) utilize fracking technology, injecting high-pressure slurries that can poison groundwater and induce earthquakes, mirroring problems in the oil and gas industry.

After the Trump administration stripped federal protections from gray wolves, states now control their fate. While California and Colorado celebrate new wolf residents, Wisconsin, Idaho, and

After the Trump administration stripped federal protections from gray wolves, states now control their fate. While California and Colorado celebrate new wolf residents, Wisconsin, Idaho, and Montana are increasing wolf culling.

Our "Saving Life on Earth" webinar on July 8, 2021, featured our experts discussing ongoing efforts to regain wolf protections and how you can help. Learn more at saveourwolves.org.

Join us for a program with Oglala Lakota leader Jim Warne, co-presented by the Climate Reality Project Bay Area Chapter. Warne, an award-winning filmmaker, discusses Native American history and

Join us for a program with Oglala Lakota leader Jim Warne, co-presented by the Climate Reality Project Bay Area Chapter. Warne, an award-winning filmmaker, discusses Native American history and building relationships for climate progress.

Warne notes many Americans lack accurate Native American history knowledge, often receiving a narrow perspective despite over 550 tribes and 200 languages. He emphasizes historical inaccuracies contribute to an "ignorance by design," hindering understanding.

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Join Jim Warne of the Oglala Lakota Nation in a program co-presented with the Climate Reality Project Bay Area Chapter. Warne, a motivational speaker and award-winning documentary creator,

Join Jim Warne of the Oglala Lakota Nation in a program co-presented with the Climate Reality Project Bay Area Chapter. Warne, a motivational speaker and award-winning documentary creator, discusses Native American history and fostering relationships for effective climate progress.

Warne highlights a critical gap in American education regarding diverse Native American histories, noting that many outside the U.S. are better informed. He stresses the importance of accurate historical teaching to overcome ignorance and intolerance.

For more information and to connect with the Commonwealth Club, visit their events page, YouTube channel, or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Consider membership or donating.

Brandon Dennison, founder and CEO of Coalfield Development, presented his innovative 33-6-3 Workforce Development Model. This model integrates 33 hours of on-the-job training, 6 hours of higher

Brandon Dennison, founder and CEO of Coalfield Development, presented his innovative 33-6-3 Workforce Development Model. This model integrates 33 hours of on-the-job training, 6 hours of higher education, and 3 hours of personal development weekly, transforming workers and rebuilding the Appalachian economy by empowering individuals and communities impacted by economic crises.

Dennison, a lifelong West Virginian, leads Coalfield Development, which has launched over 50 social enterprises and trained over 1,200 people facing employment barriers. He holds a Master of Public Affairs from Indiana University.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Food and farming face a critical juncture. Extractive practices have depleted nature, leading to climate change, biodiversity loss, and a public health crisis. Farmers, stewards of half our land,

Food and farming face a critical juncture. Extractive practices have depleted nature, leading to climate change, biodiversity loss, and a public health crisis. Farmers, stewards of half our land, must shift from extractive systems to regenerative, sustainable, and circular economy approaches.

Minette Batters, NFU President, discusses her vision for sustainable farming and involvement with the Global Farm Metric coalition. She runs a diversified family farm and co-founded 'Ladies in Beef' and 'Great British Beef Week'.

A long-standing NFU member, Batters rose through the ranks to President in 2018 and is a Trustee of Farm Africa. This TEDx talk is available at ted.com/tedx.

Oakland is reimagining public safety funding and policing amidst nationwide calls for racial justice. The Defund OPD campaign, launched five years ago by the Anti Police-Terror Project (APTP),

Oakland is reimagining public safety funding and policing amidst nationwide calls for racial justice. The Defund OPD campaign, launched five years ago by the Anti Police-Terror Project (APTP), aims to transform the criminal justice system.

Join a discussion with campaign leaders Cat Brooks and James Burch. Brooks, co-founder of APTP, developed community-based responses to police violence and is executive director of the Justice Teams Network. Burch, policy director for the Justice Teams Network and president of the National Lawyers Guild of the Bay Area, brings legal expertise and personal experience to the movement.

This program, originally scheduled for April 12, 2021, is co-hosted by Michelle Meow, producer and host of "The Michelle Meow Show." Follow her on Twitter: @msmichellemeow.

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted women and minorities in the workforce. As we plan for recovery, how can we build an inclusive, green economy that ensures climate resilience and

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted women and minorities in the workforce. As we plan for recovery, how can we build an inclusive, green economy that ensures climate resilience and leaves no one behind?

Join a discussion on this vital topic with Julian Brave NoiseCat (Data for Progress), Julie Pullen (Jupiter Intelligence), and Alicia Seiger (Stanford University). This program is generously underwritten by Bank of the West.

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Scott Harrison founded charity: water in 2006 to bring sustainable clean drinking water to developing countries. Public donations directly fund water projects, verified with photos and GPS on

Scott Harrison founded charity: water in 2006 to bring sustainable clean drinking water to developing countries. Public donations directly fund water projects, verified with photos and GPS on Google Maps. In 14 years, over 1 million donors have helped raise $496 million, funding 59,000+ projects in 29 countries and providing 11.6 million people with clean water. Google.org and Googlers have contributed over $8 million.

Globally, 785 million people lack clean water, impacting health, education, and economic opportunities. charity: water partners with local experts to implement sustainable solutions—from wells to rainwater harvesting—and establishes local Water Committees with sanitation training to ensure long-term success.

Learn more at charitywater.org.

Charlton Shackleton is addressing the underrepresentation of equatorial regions in climate change funding. Commemorating his ancestor Sir Ernest Shackleton, he will lead a 2022 expedition to the

Charlton Shackleton is addressing the underrepresentation of equatorial regions in climate change funding. Commemorating his ancestor Sir Ernest Shackleton, he will lead a 2022 expedition to the South Pole, personally transporting climate scientists for research. This unique initiative aims to support those most impacted by climate change.

As an Antarctic Explorer and Entrepreneur, Charlton also founded The Shackleton Research Trust, offering academic scholarships to underrepresented science students worldwide. Additionally, he directs the Shackleton Initiative Marine Research Centre (SIMRC) in Tobago, which explores coral reef restoration and hosts researchers at Buccoo Reef. This information was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.