Wildfires are distressing, yet a biocentric perspective reveals they are primarily climate-driven, not fuel-driven. This means landscape-scale forest thinning and prescribed burns are largely

Wildfires are distressing, yet a biocentric perspective reveals they are primarily climate-driven, not fuel-driven. This means landscape-scale forest thinning and prescribed burns are largely ineffective at reducing fire spread or intensity, a view supported by experts like George Wuerthner.

Fires are often used as an excuse for logging, whether for "fuels management" or "salvage." However, burned forests are vital carbon sinks and biodiverse habitats that should be allowed to recover naturally, as logging is detrimental.

For further insight, explore this [interview with Ralph Bloemers on fire ecology](https://resistanceradioprn.podbean.com/e/resistance-radio-guest-ralph-bloemers/) and George Wuerthner's [article on wildfires](https://www.counterpunch.org/2022/08/08/yet-another-misleading-piece-on-wildfires-from-the-new-york-times/).

The national uprising following George Floyd's murder has underscored systemic racism and its impact on environmentalism, where communities of color face disproportionate climate burdens yet are

The national uprising following George Floyd's murder has underscored systemic racism and its impact on environmentalism, where communities of color face disproportionate climate burdens yet are often excluded from solutions. Join us for a vital conversation on amplifying leaders of color in climate action and building an inclusive, anti-racist green movement.

Speakers include Mustafa Santiago Ali (National Wildlife Federation), Robert Bullard (Texas Southern University), and Glynda Carr (Higher Heights for America), hosted by Greg Dalton. Support our work: commonwealthclub.org/covid19support, become a member, or donate now. You can also text DONATE to 415-329-4231.

Our media often reinforces political polarization, hindering the broad consensus crucial for addressing climate change. This broadcast will explore how to scale a new climate narrative and the

Our media often reinforces political polarization, hindering the broad consensus crucial for addressing climate change. This broadcast will explore how to scale a new climate narrative and the essential role media plays.

Hear from George Marshall, co-founder of Climate Outreach and author of "Don't Even Think About It," who helps people understand climate change. Also joining is Elizabeth Segran, Senior Staff Writer at Fast Company, focusing on design and the fashion industry, and author of "The Rocket Years."

This event is multistreamed via Restream.

Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global

Melanie George Smith, founder and president of Sustainable World Strategies, drives organizational improvement. Her work focuses on strategic community relations, business development, and global sustainability initiatives.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event, following the TED conference format. Learn more about TEDx.

Explore Catholic presentation strategies and the Pope’s 7-year journey to total sustainability, inspired by Laudato Si’. Roger Ingersoll will share insights from over 20 presentations to

Explore Catholic presentation strategies and the Pope’s 7-year journey to total sustainability, inspired by Laudato Si’. Roger Ingersoll will share insights from over 20 presentations to diverse Catholic and secular audiences, including conservative groups. His extensive experience includes arctic and offshore projects, where he witnessed significant climate changes firsthand.

Juan Rios, a member of the Latinx Catholic Action Team, will discuss effective outreach to Catholic Latinos, leveraging his bilingual skills and commitment to diversifying climate advocacy. Sr. Ricca Dimalibot, a General Councilor with the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, will detail climate advocacy within her religious community and their initiation of Pope Francis' 7-year journey to integral ecology. Her congregation has taken a public stand on climate and sustainability, serving communities globally.

The 20th annual Brower Youth Awards Ceremony was held on October 15, 2019. The event took place at the Herbst Theatre, located in the San Francisco War Memorial Veterans Building.

The 2019

The 20th annual Brower Youth Awards Ceremony was held on October 15, 2019. The event took place at the Herbst Theatre, located in the San Francisco War Memorial Veterans Building.

The 2019 award winners included Isha Clarke, Mackenzie Feldman, Lia Harel, Isra Hirsi, Shannon Lisa, and Tammy Ramos.

A global surge in youth climate action is influencing governments, yet its impact on industry, fossil fuel interests, and administrations that downplay climate change remains uncertain. Can this

A global surge in youth climate action is influencing governments, yet its impact on industry, fossil fuel interests, and administrations that downplay climate change remains uncertain. Can this new generation drive meaningful change?

Join student activists Isha Clarke and Sarah Goody, alongside Julia Olson (Our Children's Trust), Ben Wessel (NextGen America), and Morissa Zuckerman (Sunrise Movement, Bay Area). They will discuss the future of climate activism.

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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Plastic pollution and food insecurity are pressing global challenges. Fortunately, small insects like mealworms offer promising solutions to these issues.

George Shenusay, an environmental

Plastic pollution and food insecurity are pressing global challenges. Fortunately, small insects like mealworms offer promising solutions to these issues.

George Shenusay, an environmental science student at UCLA, leads a research team investigating mealworms' ability to consume plastic. His passion for sustainability began after accidentally breeding thousands of mealworms in middle school.

Since 2018, George's team has conducted their work at UCLA’s MIC and BHS lab. This research was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

George Kamiya's talk addresses the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of digital technologies. He provides strategies to manage these impacts amidst growing computing needs, while

George Kamiya's talk addresses the energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions of digital technologies. He provides strategies to manage these impacts amidst growing computing needs, while also exploring how digital solutions can actively combat the climate crisis.

Kamiya's insights are based on his acclaimed work at the International Energy Agency (IEA), where he coordinates digitalization efforts, tracks clean energy progress, and leads analysis on ICT energy use and mobility. A lead author of the 2017 Digitalization & Energy report, he also contributes to the IEA's climate change work. This presentation was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.