Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

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Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

Mayors James Brainard (Carmel, IN), Anna Tovar (former Tolleson, AZ), Sean Spiller (Montclair, NJ), and Alexis Hermosillo (El Mirage, AZ) bring diverse expertise. They have implemented environmental initiatives like roundabouts and "No Idling" policies, fostered sustainable economic development, and advocated for their communities.

Discover their strategies for climate solutions and community engagement. Access full bios for Mayor Brainard, Anna Tovar, Sean Spiller, and Alexis Hermosillo.

Scaling the circular economy demands more circular products and services, yet companies face common barriers. Commercial collaboration on non-competitive issues offers a powerful solution. This

Scaling the circular economy demands more circular products and services, yet companies face common barriers. Commercial collaboration on non-competitive issues offers a powerful solution. This episode highlights how partnerships, like the HolyGrail initiative, have advanced plastic waste sorting through joint R&D, growing from 31 to 176 participants and demonstrating the power of cross-value chain cooperation.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity promoting a circular economy, champions such efforts. Learn more about this business-led partnership: HolyGrail 2.0, and explore the full commercial collaboration collection. Find more insights and subscribe at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org or YouTube.

Global health systems face unprecedented disruption, exacerbated by COVID-19, which highlights the fragility of our health and food systems and the interconnectedness of human, animal, and

Global health systems face unprecedented disruption, exacerbated by COVID-19, which highlights the fragility of our health and food systems and the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental well-being. An inclusive approach, incorporating diverse voices, is vital for a sustainable "Recover Better" future.

Dr. Nata Menabde, Executive Director of the WHO Office at the UN, champions anchoring health in the 2030 Agenda. With over 30 years of experience, including leading the effort for a polio-free India, she is a committed advocate for Health for All.

Her expertise spans global health governance, emergency preparedness, and universal health coverage. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli, and Rabia Hussain enjoyed freedoms in Afghanistan, pursuing education and work. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit teaching leadership and rock climbing, allowed them to

Mina Bakhshi, Haniya Tavasoli, and Rabia Hussain enjoyed freedoms in Afghanistan, pursuing education and work. Joining Ascend, a nonprofit teaching leadership and rock climbing, allowed them to explore their country's mountains. When the Taliban seized power in August 2021, Ascend became their only chance to escape the restrictive regime.

As Ascend women resettled globally with host families, Yosemite Search and Rescue members Merryn Venugopal and Michelle Pellette invited them to Yosemite. There, they found safe reunion, solace in the climbing community, and a vital connection to home while building new lives.

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