In an interview with Jungle Bird, Rebecca Moore, a computer scientist and software professional at Google, discussed her impactful work. She famously used

In an interview with Jungle Bird, Rebecca Moore, a computer scientist and software professional at Google, discussed her impactful work. She famously used Google Earth to halt the logging of over a thousand acres of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community.

Moore also initiated and leads the development of Google Earth Engine, a new technology platform supporting global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. She holds a bachelor's degree in AI from Brown University, a master's from Stanford, and is on leave from a Stanford Ph.D. program. This interview was published on Sep 16, 2014.

Rebecca Solnit, author of *Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility*, will discuss her view that the future hinges on present action against institutional inertia and

Rebecca Solnit, author of *Not Too Late: Changing the Climate Story from Despair to Possibility*, will discuss her view that the future hinges on present action against institutional inertia and fossil fuel interests. Hailed as "the voice of the resistance," Solnit aims to shift perspectives from climate despair to possibility. She will be joined by climate activist Thelma Young Lutunatabua and Fenton Lutunatabua (virtually), who will share indigenous wisdom and new narratives.

This event is presented in association with Bioneers 2023 by The Commonwealth Club of California. The Club, founded in 1903, is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosting over 500 annual events and reaching millions through its podcast and radio program. Join their [Email List](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/email) or [Become a Member](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/membership).

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community Watch" empowers non-profits, communities, and indigenous peoples worldwide by applying Google's mapping tools to foster a sustainable society.

A computer scientist, Moore's personal Google Earth work was instrumental in stopping the logging of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community. She also initiated and leads Google Earth Engine, a platform for global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. Moore holds degrees from Brown and Stanford Universities.

Rebecca Thomas serves as Halifax's poet laureate, celebrated for her unique blend of reason and rhyme.

Discover more about her contributions in this article from