The 88,000-acre Scotchman Peaks Roadless Area, straddling the Idaho-Montana border, is one of the region's largest remaining wild areas. Inspired by its natural beauty, Jacob Glass produced "En

The 88,000-acre Scotchman Peaks Roadless Area, straddling the Idaho-Montana border, is one of the region's largest remaining wild areas. Inspired by its natural beauty, Jacob Glass produced "En Plein Air," a film documenting the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. This grassroots group, formed in 2005, seeks federal protection for the region, with the film highlighting two painters who use their art to advocate for the mountains.

The documentary received nationwide media attention, dramatically increasing the Friends' membership. This surge of public support for wilderness designation led to endorsements from many area chambers of commerce and Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer.

Sophie Tipper, passionate about environmental policy since middle school, joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) in July 2023. Noticing youth were absent from state environmental task

Sophie Tipper, passionate about environmental policy since middle school, joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) in July 2023. Noticing youth were absent from state environmental task forces, she and Ashna Shah developed a policy memo recommending youth advisors for the Colorado Department of Public Health's Environmental Justice Board. This led to drafting SB25-055, a bill requiring two youth members on the board. Despite a sponsor's election defeat, Tipper secured new support, and the bill was introduced to the Colorado legislature in January 2025.

SB25-055 subsequently passed and was signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in May. Tipper, now drafting a plastic pollution bill, believes youth advocacy empowers young people to drive real policy change. She hopes to inspire similar youth-led environmental initiatives nationwide.

What began in 2012 as Jared Campbell's 24-hour run up Salt Lake City’s Grandeur Peak to fund air quality advocacy has transformed into Running Up For Air (RUFA). After 11 years, this solo

What began in 2012 as Jared Campbell's 24-hour run up Salt Lake City’s Grandeur Peak to fund air quality advocacy has transformed into Running Up For Air (RUFA). After 11 years, this solo project is now a worldwide movement, featuring dozens of races, hundreds of runners, and tens of thousands of dollars raised globally. It exemplifies how community-driven running can ignite change far beyond the trails.

Learn more about RUFA and how to get involved by visiting the RUFA Film. Patagonia, a supporter of this initiative, is dedicated to leveraging its resources—business, investments, voice, and imagination—to combat the threat of extinction facing all life on Earth. Discover more at Patagonia's Official Site.

Amazon Watch and Yasunidos have released a new PSA featuring celebrity supporters. The campaign defends Ecuador's controversial Yasuní National Park from oil drilling.

The PSA showcases

Amazon Watch and Yasunidos have released a new PSA featuring celebrity supporters. The campaign defends Ecuador's controversial Yasuní National Park from oil drilling.

The PSA showcases prominent stars, including Oscar winner Jared Leto, Michelle Rodriguez, Michelle Monaghan, Benjamin Bratt, and Daryl Hannah, among other actors and activists.

Sign the international petition to support the cause: http://amazonwatch.org/take-action/save-yasuni. Join the global conversation using #YasuniDependeDeTi.

Jared Sheehan addresses the "wicked" problem of global water scarcity, quality, and pollution by fostering innovation communities. With a decade of experience at the intersection of sustainability

Jared Sheehan addresses the "wicked" problem of global water scarcity, quality, and pollution by fostering innovation communities. With a decade of experience at the intersection of sustainability and innovation, he collaborates with multinational companies, government agencies, and nonprofits to develop solutions. His work aims to connect startup community concepts to tackle water issues worldwide.

Jared is the co-founder of PwrdBy, a social impact incubator with a diverse portfolio including hydro-economic scenario visualizations. He also serves as Director at Water Foundry Advisors, a firm dedicated to water sustainability strategy. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Jared brings extensive expertise in product development and environmental science.

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

Actor and activist Jared Leto supports protecting Ecuador's Yasuni National Park, the Amazon's most biodiverse region, from oil drilling. Partnering with Yasunidos and Amazon Watch, he urges

Actor and activist Jared Leto supports protecting Ecuador's Yasuni National Park, the Amazon's most biodiverse region, from oil drilling. Partnering with Yasunidos and Amazon Watch, he urges global support to safeguard this natural wonder. Leto recorded his message while on tour with "Thirty Seconds to Mars" in Ecuador.

A video featuring Jared and other celebrities advocating for Yasuni can be found here.

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