The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to

The Global Ocean Commission, an independent body of international leaders, launched in London on February 12. Its aim is to reverse ocean degradation and restore its full health and productivity.

Chaired by former Costa Rican President José María Figueres, South African minister Trevor Manuel, and former UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband, the Commission brings together senior political figures, business leaders, and development specialists from around the world.

Gender inequality severely restricts opportunities for girls and women in the poorest countries. Empowering women and girls is crucial for combating poverty, hunger, and disease, and for fostering

Gender inequality severely restricts opportunities for girls and women in the poorest countries. Empowering women and girls is crucial for combating poverty, hunger, and disease, and for fostering sustainable development.

IDA, the World Bank's Fund for the Poorest, actively expands girls' access to education and creates empowerment opportunities. As the largest source of concessional finance for low-income countries, IDA critically invests in women's health, education, and equal economic access, demonstrating tangible impact.

Joanna Macy (b. 1929), recipient of the 2013 Bioneers Lifetime Contribution Award, discusses the joy of life.

This speech was delivered at the 2013 Bioneers Annual Conference. The recording

Joanna Macy (b. 1929), recipient of the 2013 Bioneers Lifetime Contribution Award, discusses the joy of life.

This speech was delivered at the 2013 Bioneers Annual Conference. The recording was published on February 6, 2014.

Portland is celebrated for its strategic land-use planning, earning its reputation as one of the world's greenest and most livable cities. Successful revitalization of areas like the Pearl

Portland is celebrated for its strategic land-use planning, earning its reputation as one of the world's greenest and most livable cities. Successful revitalization of areas like the Pearl District and Alberta showcases this commitment. Yet, the city grapples with transforming its aspirations for equitable and healthy communities into concrete action, especially concerning long-stalled projects such as the Memorial Coliseum and Centennial Mills.

Moderated by Brian Libby, this program features John Russell, who will address these development challenges. He will propose solutions to advance urban growth while upholding Portland's core values. This discussion was originally published on January 16, 2013, by the City Club of Portland.

Indigenous Peoples, led by Phil Lane Jr., spearheaded the largest climate change rally in Los Angeles history in February 2013. They marched thousands to LA City Hall, opened the event with

Indigenous Peoples, led by Phil Lane Jr., spearheaded the largest climate change rally in Los Angeles history in February 2013. They marched thousands to LA City Hall, opened the event with traditional prayers, and delivered a strong message to President Obama.

The rally concluded with an "Idle No More - Protect the Sacred" Round Dance, during which an international treaty to protect sacred lands from Tar Sands projects was signed. Phil Lane Jr.'s leadership is further detailed in a video on EarthSayers.tv here, and his organization is the Four Worlds International Institute here.

"A Danger on the Rails," an Op-Doc from The New York Times, is a short documentary highlighting the risks of trains transporting explosive oil across North America.

Released on April 22,

"A Danger on the Rails," an Op-Doc from The New York Times, is a short documentary highlighting the risks of trains transporting explosive oil across North America.

Released on April 22, 2015, the film features Paul Gallay of Riverkeeper and was produced by Jon Bowermaster.

Read the accompanying New York Times story here.

This excerpt features Roberta "Bobbie" Conner (Cayuse) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project. Conner discusses the vital importance of developing intimate relationships with local

This excerpt features Roberta "Bobbie" Conner (Cayuse) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project. Conner discusses the vital importance of developing intimate relationships with local landscapes and other species.

A complete transcript of this interview is available at nativeperspectives.net. The original content was posted by NativePerspectives on YouTube on December 10, 2009.

This short film explores hemp, often called a miracle plant. Discover how this remarkable land plant could significantly benefit humanity and the planet.

It also investigates why most hemp

This short film explores hemp, often called a miracle plant. Discover how this remarkable land plant could significantly benefit humanity and the planet.

It also investigates why most hemp used in U.S. products is imported, not domestically grown.

Uploaded Aug 1, 2010.

This video explores how communities establish informal networks for insurance and protection. These networks help individuals manage distinctive risks and pool resources to confront common

This video explores how communities establish informal networks for insurance and protection. These networks help individuals manage distinctive risks and pool resources to confront common challenges.

Published on Oct 4, 2013.