In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative aims to raise

In an interview, Howard Lack, CEO of Plastic Oceans, discusses their film project. This initiative aims to raise awareness about ocean plastic's detrimental effects on wildlife and human health, especially children, as it moves through the food chain.

Lack passionately addresses the impact of plastic toxins on developing nations, the importance of personal responsibility, and the development of solutions. He also highlights recycled plastic's potential as an energy source. Plastic Oceans provides a powerful platform, campaigning for, supporting, and funding targeted solutions to significantly reduce environmental plastic pollution.

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the

Dr. Steve Palumbi of Stanford University presents a series of micro-documentaries on ecological sustainability. These short films explore vital environmental topics.

For example, the microdoc *Big Fish* explains how prohibiting fishing in certain areas improves fish quality and ensures a sustainable seafood supply.

Explore more micro-documentaries at microdocs.stanford.edu.

Marine Biologist Dr. Stephen Palumbi discusses how global warming is transforming our oceans. He highlights rising

Marine Biologist Dr. Stephen Palumbi discusses how global warming is transforming our oceans. He highlights rising ocean temperature, acidity, and water levels.

These environmental changes are accelerating, with their effects projected to last for centuries. Corals are among the organisms most severely impacted by these shifts.

The survival of coral ecosystems ultimately depends on the rate at which our climate continues to change.

Adji Diouf is a Junior Honors Political Science major at Howard University, where she also minors in Journalism.

Her academic focus includes Environmental Justice, Water Pollution, and

Adji Diouf is a Junior Honors Political Science major at Howard University, where she also minors in Journalism.

Her academic focus includes Environmental Justice, Water Pollution, and Climate Change.

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon Design with his wife, Wanda, and is a principal of the New Urban Guild.

The New Urban Guild, a group of architects and designers, is dedicated to studying and designing traditional buildings and places inspired by their regions. The Guild was instrumental in creating the Katrina Cottages concept and continues to foster this movement.

The Guild Foundation also hosts Steve and Wanda Mouzon’s Original Green initiative, which promotes common-sense sustainability.

Steve Cochran is a prominent leader, speaker, writer, and advocate in sustainable enterprise. He works with private industry, government, academia, and non-profits to foster balance among people,

Steve Cochran is a prominent leader, speaker, writer, and advocate in sustainable enterprise. He works with private industry, government, academia, and non-profits to foster balance among people, planet, and prosperity, addressing both current and future needs.

He co-founded Sustainability Strategies, LLC, is a founding partner of the National Center for Sustainability, and a founding board member of the US Partnership for Education for Sustainable Development.

Howard Lack, CEO of the Plastic Oceans documentary project, discusses his fundraising efforts to raise awareness

Howard Lack, CEO of the Plastic Oceans documentary project, discusses his fundraising efforts to raise awareness about plastic pollution in our oceans, particularly microplastics. He references UNESCO leaders and naturalist David Attenborough, who believe that public awareness drives problem-solving. The film's core focus is to increase this understanding.

Lack was interviewed in Fall 2013 in San Francisco by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, Voices of Sustainability.

KOTV covered Steve Lambert's art installation, "Does Capitalism Work for You?", at Blueback Center.

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