This text refers to one of three videos from TheFunTheory.com, a Volkswagen initiative. It explores how fun can positively change human

This text refers to one of three videos from TheFunTheory.com, a Volkswagen initiative. It explores how fun can positively change human behavior.

One video demonstrates this by making stairs fun, resulting in 66% more people choosing them over escalators, which consume significant energy. The site highlights that making activities enjoyable is the easiest way to encourage better choices.

The initiative also includes a competition, sponsored by Volkswagen, with a submission deadline of December 15, 2009.

The Fun Theory, an initiative at http://www.thefuntheory.com, explores how making activities fun can encourage positive behavior, such as proper waste

The Fun Theory, an initiative at http://www.thefuntheory.com, explores how making activities fun can encourage positive behavior, such as proper waste disposal. One notable experiment demonstrated this by collecting 72 kg of rubbish in a single day, simply by making the act of throwing trash away enjoyable.

This Volkswagen-sponsored project is dedicated to the idea that fun is the most effective way to inspire better human behavior.

Portland Airport is currently hosting an exhibition of Oregon-made bicycles. An accompanying video features interviews with sustainability-focused bicycle designers.

With an extensive and

Portland Airport is currently hosting an exhibition of Oregon-made bicycles. An accompanying video features interviews with sustainability-focused bicycle designers.

With an extensive and successful bicycle network, Portland boasts a strong bike culture. It ranks as the second most bike-friendly city globally, surpassed only by Amsterdam.

For more insights from sustainability thought leaders, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

The "Race for American Jobs: Clean Energy Leadership" was a four-week, coast-to-coast virtual campaign by BICEP, in partnership with We Can Lead. It aimed to highlight the economic and

The "Race for American Jobs: Clean Energy Leadership" was a four-week, coast-to-coast virtual campaign by BICEP, in partnership with We Can Lead. It aimed to highlight the economic and job-creation benefits of national climate and energy legislation, advocating for investment in a low-carbon economy and establishing a carbon price.

The campaign engaged business leaders nationwide through events in Oregon, Colorado, Ohio, and New Hampshire, concluding in Washington on March 10. Each event featured panel discussions with major consumer brands and local clean economy entrepreneurs, contributing to thought leadership in Sustainability, Clean Tech, and Energy in 2010.

In this engaging conversation, futurist Gerd Leonhard and fellow futurist Jacqueline Weigel discuss the potential for a positive future despite global challenges such as climate change and

In this engaging conversation, futurist Gerd Leonhard and fellow futurist Jacqueline Weigel discuss the potential for a positive future despite global challenges such as climate change and political instability. They highlight the importance of scientific and technological advancements in addressing issues like healthcare and the green economy, advocating for global collaboration and ethical leadership.

The discussion also covers the dual nature of technology, the implications of artificial intelligence, and the need for regulatory frameworks. Key topics include sustainability, prosperity, and the transformative potential of a green revolution. For more insights on Jacqueline, visit wfuturismo.com. Watch the conversation dubbed in Portuguese at this link.

Get ready for the new season of The Circular Economy Show, launching Tuesday, July 16th! Over five episodes, we'll delve into the movement's origins, exploring influential schools of thought like

Get ready for the new season of The Circular Economy Show, launching Tuesday, July 16th! Over five episodes, we'll delve into the movement's origins, exploring influential schools of thought like Biomimicry and Cradle to Cradle, and meet organizations applying these principles today. Subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's YouTube channel to catch every episode.

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Get ready for the new season of The Circular Economy Show! Over five episodes, we'll delve into the foundational ideas that inspired the circular economy. Explore schools of thought like

Get ready for the new season of The Circular Economy Show! Over five episodes, we'll delve into the foundational ideas that inspired the circular economy. Explore schools of thought like Biomimicry, Cradle to Cradle, Regenerative Design, Industrial Symbiosis, and the Performance Economy. Discover what the circular economy adopted from these influences, their key differences, and meet organizations applying these principles today.

The new season launches Tuesday, July 16th. Subscribe to The Circular Economy Show now to catch every episode.

Shyamal Majumdar, former Head of UNESCO-UNEVOC, stresses the critical importance of 'greening' education and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) for a sustainable future. Drawing from his

Shyamal Majumdar, former Head of UNESCO-UNEVOC, stresses the critical importance of 'greening' education and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) for a sustainable future. Drawing from his extensive experience, he proposes five key approaches to transform educational institutions.

A retired UN staff member, engineer, and thought leader, Majumdar works at the intersection of academia, civic society, and policy. He currently advises various boards and develops sustainable model villages in India and Spain, leveraging skills to achieve SDG goals in rural transformation.

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

Samarth Kholkar, Co-founder of BLive, a Goan startup, is revolutionizing India's EV industry through tourism. He discusses his journey, emphasizing the crucial role of both acquiring new knowledge

Samarth Kholkar, Co-founder of BLive, a Goan startup, is revolutionizing India's EV industry through tourism. He discusses his journey, emphasizing the crucial role of both acquiring new knowledge and unlearning old thought processes for his venture's success. Kholkar defines learning as an endless, cyclic process of adaptation and evolution.

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Kieran is a successful tech entrepreneur driving positive economic change through digital transformation. With nearly two decades in enterprise security for government, defence, and aerospace, he

Kieran is a successful tech entrepreneur driving positive economic change through digital transformation. With nearly two decades in enterprise security for government, defence, and aerospace, he now focuses on Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) and Blockchain. For six years, he has developed and deployed solutions for global food and beverage brands, enhancing supply chain security and asset management.

An established international speaker, Kieran is recognized by Forbes, Bloomberg, and The Times as an innovator and thought leader in Blockchain for asset identification and security. He leverages emerging technologies to reduce operational complexities, fostering frictionless trade built on trust.

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