On December 3, 2009, Ecotrust recognized five of the West's most innovative Indigenous leaders for their efforts to improve community conditions. Jim Manion, Janeen Comenote, Allen Pinkham, Sr.,

On December 3, 2009, Ecotrust recognized five of the West's most innovative Indigenous leaders for their efforts to improve community conditions. Jim Manion, Janeen Comenote, Allen Pinkham, Sr., A. Brian Wallace, and Patricia L. Whitefoot were honored for their work spanning youth advocacy, education, renewable energy, cultural restoration, and scholarship.

The Ecotrust Indigenous Leadership Award is a preeminent program supporting tribal, First Nation, and Alaska Native leaders. These groups are vital nations, governments, landowners, resource co-managers, and economic drivers, contributing long-range vision and sustainable values to the global economy.

Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) is increasingly recognized as the most effective method for protecting sensitive marine ecosystems globally.

Since 2001, Ecotrust has collaborated with state

Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) is increasingly recognized as the most effective method for protecting sensitive marine ecosystems globally.

Since 2001, Ecotrust has collaborated with state agencies, nonprofits, and fishing communities. They provide integrated ecological and economic assessments to inform fishery policy and marine conservation efforts.

Learn more about Ecotrust's ocean work: http://www.ecotrust.org/ocean/

This is a trailer for "Raw Faith," a revealing documentary following two years in the private life of Marilyn Sewell, a Portland Unitarian Universalist minister. While beloved in the pulpit,

This is a trailer for "Raw Faith," a revealing documentary following two years in the private life of Marilyn Sewell, a Portland Unitarian Universalist minister. While beloved in the pulpit, Marilyn struggles with loneliness and a desire for change behind the scenes. She contemplates leaving the ministry, her sole social network.

As Marilyn falls in love for the first time, she confronts her distrust of intimacy. This study in contrasts sees her questioning her future, past, faith, and capacity to love, relying on "raw faith" to navigate these profound personal challenges.

NASA's MODIS instrument, aboard the Terra and Aqua satellites, captured images of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The spill began on April 20, 2010, following the rig's

NASA's MODIS instrument, aboard the Terra and Aqua satellites, captured images of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The spill began on April 20, 2010, following the rig's explosion.

A short video provides a space-based view of the burning rig and the ensuing oil slick through May 24, 2010. The slick, appearing grayish-beige, changed due to weather, ocean currents, and chemical dispersants.

The full image archive is available on the MODIS Rapid Response Web site: http://rapidfire.sci.gsfc.nasa.gov/. Credit: http://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/goto?10562

"Restoring Our Waters" showcases how citizens nationwide are actively protecting the Chesapeake Bay. This vital waterway, a national treasure and economic engine, merits the same iconic status as

"Restoring Our Waters" showcases how citizens nationwide are actively protecting the Chesapeake Bay. This vital waterway, a national treasure and economic engine, merits the same iconic status as the Everglades or Great Lakes.

Americans who value clean water and economic security are encouraged to sign a petition and contact their legislators. Demonstrate the Chesapeake's national importance by visiting the Restoring Our Waters Website.

John Fullerton of the Capital Institute transitioned from Wall Street to

John Fullerton of the Capital Institute transitioned from Wall Street to sustainability advocacy. Influenced by Herman Daly's book, For the Common Good, he highlights the unsustainable practice of externalizing social and environmental costs and risks, citing the BP oil spill as a prime example.

Fullerton discussed these critical issues in an October 7, 2010 interview with Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free enterprise is not merely an economic matter.

In his book, *The Battle*, Brooks argues that approximately 70 percent of the population views free enterprise as a fundamental lifestyle issue and the bedrock of American culture.

The adage "what gets measured gets managed" is particularly relevant in event and conference management.

Guy, a director at MCI, the world's largest events company, also serves as President

The adage "what gets measured gets managed" is particularly relevant in event and conference management.

Guy, a director at MCI, the world's largest events company, also serves as President of the Green Meeting Industry Council.