This high-level event, organized by CISL Brussels and supported by Microsoft, explores how trade policies, particularly Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAMs), can support decarbonisation. It

This high-level event, organized by CISL Brussels and supported by Microsoft, explores how trade policies, particularly Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAMs), can support decarbonisation. It also discusses alternatives like climate conditions in trade agreements and 'Carbon clubs'.

The event launches the new report, ‘On the Borderline: The EU CBAM and its place in the world of trade’. This independent analysis assesses CBAM opportunities, barriers, and feasibility, contributing to the ongoing debate on the EU’s CBAM proposal and trade’s role in climate policy. Speakers include representatives from the European Commission, Microsoft, and leading research institutions.

Join the Commonwealth Club on October 18, 2021, for a critical discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world seeks to end this public health crisis, businesses are navigating mandates and

Join the Commonwealth Club on October 18, 2021, for a critical discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world seeks to end this public health crisis, businesses are navigating mandates and playing a vital role in community safety and vaccination efforts.

A panel of business and healthcare leaders, generously supported by Kaiser Permanente, will explore how the private sector can collaborate to combat the pandemic and foster economic recovery. They will discuss effective strategies and responses to mandates.

The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's largest public affairs forum, hosts this event. For more information, upcoming events, and to support our mission, visit commonwealthclub.org.

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions

Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions like heating, cooking, and driving, aiming to launch a nationwide electrification movement.

He is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Purpose Venture Group, an advisory firm building community-centered ventures to combat climate and economic inequality. Matusiak brings nearly a decade of executive leadership in renewable energy and household electrification.

Previously, Ari served in the Obama White House as Special Assistant to the President, focusing on economic policy and private sector engagement. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of Young Invincibles, a national nonprofit. Learn more about TEDx events here.

David W. Orr is the Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics and Special Assistant to the President at Oberlin College. He also holds a James Marsh Professorship at

David W. Orr is the Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics and Special Assistant to the President at Oberlin College. He also holds a James Marsh Professorship at the University of Vermont.

Orr is the author of *The Nature of Design* (Oxford, 2002) and *Design on the Edge* (MIT, 2006).

His recent work includes a two-year, $2 million project to define a 100-day climate action plan for the Obama administration. Learn more at www.climateactionproject.com.

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent our oceans' needs at Rio+20. Click here.

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.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S.

Robert Reich and Mark Zandi debated Glenn Hubbard and Arthur Laffer on the topic: "The Rich Are Taxed Enough." Moderated by John Donvan, the discussion addressed how to fix the U.S. economy.

With a nearing trillion-dollar budget deficit and high unemployment, the expiring Bush-era tax cuts presented a critical economic challenge. President Obama advocated raising taxes on incomes over $250,000 to reduce the deficit. Conversely, others argued the wealthiest 1% already pay over a quarter of federal taxes, and higher taxes on "job creators" would hinder economic growth. The central question remained: should tax breaks be extended for everyone, or are the wealthy not paying their "fair share"?

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate change, visit the Global Change website.