Achieving a circular economy requires cities, policymakers, businesses, and innovators. At the March 31st Innovation Day, Lamia Sbiti (ReLondon) and Oriana Romano (OECD) highlighted how city

Achieving a circular economy requires cities, policymakers, businesses, and innovators. At the March 31st Innovation Day, Lamia Sbiti (ReLondon) and Oriana Romano (OECD) highlighted how city organizations and policymakers drive this change.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy. This design-driven concept eliminates waste and pollution, circulates materials, and regenerates nature.

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Tamara Hill-Kennedy of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) addressed the "Where's the ROI in green

Tamara Hill-Kennedy of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) addressed the "Where's the ROI in green travel?" panel at the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference. Sponsored by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), the event was held September 8-10 in Portland, Oregon. EarthSayers.tv recorded Ms. Kennedy-Hill's presentation.

The GMIC is a premier global non-profit organization dedicated to advancing sustainability in the meetings and events industry. It spearheads education, research, policy, and standards, with member representation in over 20 countries.

Medical Physicist and Miss Earth 2017 Karen Ibasco shares her journey as a climate action advocate, inspiring global citizens to contribute to environmental care. Her advocacy began with energy

Medical Physicist and Miss Earth 2017 Karen Ibasco shares her journey as a climate action advocate, inspiring global citizens to contribute to environmental care. Her advocacy began with energy conservation after winning Miss Earth Philippines in 2017.

As Miss Earth 2017, Ibasco expanded her work, participating in international climate conferences, delivering environmental talks, and educating students worldwide. She has joined organizations like CORAL, Plastic Solutions, and WWF Philippines, and serves as the youth ambassador for the Climate Change Commission. Last September, she represented the Philippines as its first youth ambassador at the UN Youth Climate Summit in New York.

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Dan Pingaro, Executive Director of Sailors for the Sea, an ocean conservation nonprofit focused on the sailing and boating community,

Dan Pingaro, Executive Director of Sailors for the Sea, an ocean conservation nonprofit focused on the sailing and boating community, discusses the Clean Regatta Program. This interview highlights the program's implementation at the America's Cup races held in San Francisco in September 2013.

Since July 2011, Sailors for the Sea collaborated with the America's Cup Event Authority to deliver a model sustainability sporting event. Their efforts led to the 34th America's Cup receiving the highest level Clean Regattas certification.

Ruth Ann Barrett interviewed Dan on September 10, 2013, with videography provided by David Okimoto of EarthSayers.tv.

TEDxNYUShanghai speaker Ye Huang Zoe is a wildlife conservationist. She led 34 advocacy campaigns against illegal wildlife trade in seven African countries, with multinational companies. Her

TEDxNYUShanghai speaker Ye Huang Zoe is a wildlife conservationist. She led 34 advocacy campaigns against illegal wildlife trade in seven African countries, with multinational companies. Her efforts impacted over 160,000 Chinese in Africa, with 2.6 million views across 50+ media.

She researched wildlife products in Uganda and led youth field research on global conservation, covering protected areas and orangutan conservation. Her impactful work featured on CCTV's "China with me" and "Voice" programs.

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Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant

Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant risks and opportunities for businesses. Addressing these trends necessitates profound shifts in how investors and companies plan, operate, and compete globally.

As sustainability becomes mainstream, more companies are tying compensation to sustainability goals. This session, published May 13, 2014, features insights from the opening plenary of the Ceres Conference 2014 (Boston, April 30). Speakers include Paul Gilding (Environmentalist and Author), Mary O'Malley (Prudential), and Andrew Winston (Author of 'The Big Pivot').

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to

The 2024 Indigenous Media Conference, hosted by the Indigenous Journalists Association, convened in Oklahoma City from July 25-27. This global event united Indigenous journalists and experts to address critical challenges and celebrate the impactful contributions of Indigenous media professionals.

Cultural Survival attended this significant gathering, interviewing Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, a distinguished reporter for Hawai'i Public Radio. Hiraishi shared her insights and experiences reporting on Indigenous communities and their advocacy for rights.

Interviewee: Ku'uwehi Hiraishi, Hawai'i Public Radio. Producer: Dev Kumar Sunuwar. Music: "Remember Your Children" by Salidummay, and "Burn your village to the ground" by The Halluci Nation (used with permission).

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural

Kim Shukla, Executive Director of the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance, was interviewed by Edgar Winters of the Oregon Agriculture & Food Rural Consortium (OAFRC) and COO of Natural Good Medicines. Winters sought to learn from Canada's advanced industrial hemp industry as Oregon develops its own market, recognizing hemp's crucial role in rural economic development.

The interview took place at the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) National Hemp Convention, "Hemp 2014: Paving the Way," held November 16-19, 2014, in Delta Winnipeg. Barry Heidt filmed the session.

Eirik Lindebjerg, WWF Global Plastics Policy Manager, discusses the urgent need for a legally-binding UN treaty to reduce plastic pollution and hold businesses accountable. He also connects the

Eirik Lindebjerg, WWF Global Plastics Policy Manager, discusses the urgent need for a legally-binding UN treaty to reduce plastic pollution and hold businesses accountable. He also connects the circular economy to the UN's climate change vision.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy – a system designed to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature.

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The Africa Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization, held in Dar es Salaam from 3–6 February 2026, convened governments, innovators, and farmers to transform Africa’s agrifood

The Africa Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization, held in Dar es Salaam from 3–6 February 2026, convened governments, innovators, and farmers to transform Africa’s agrifood systems. It highlighted smart, inclusive technologies and practical solutions—from farm machines to digital tools—to boost productivity, reduce drudgery, and create opportunities, particularly for women and youth.

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