Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent oversight applies only to downtown and a few inner districts.

A panel will explore how Design Review functions, its effectiveness, and potential expansion city-wide. Experts Michael McCullouch, Guenevere Millius, and John Russell will share insights, with Randy Gragg moderating the discussion.

The Oregon Values & Beliefs Study, conducted every decade by DHM Research, presents its latest findings. This year's study was sponsored by

The Oregon Values & Beliefs Study, conducted every decade by DHM Research, presents its latest findings. This year's study was sponsored by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon Public Broadcasting, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), and Oregon State University.

Join Adam Davis, founder of DHM Research, and Dr. John McConnell from OHSU's Center for Health Systems Effectiveness, with Think Out Loud host Dave Miller. They will discuss how Oregonians value education, healthcare, the environment, and other key issues. Davis brings over 30 years of public opinion research expertise, while Dr. McConnell is a distinguished health economist.

Spiritual and religious spaces are fundamental community features, reflecting the importance of faith and connection. In a changing global context, the design and use of these places of worship

Spiritual and religious spaces are fundamental community features, reflecting the importance of faith and connection. In a changing global context, the design and use of these places of worship evolve to meet diverse public needs, fostering mutuality, engagement, and social capital.

John McAslan CBE and Aidan Potter (John McAslan + Partners), Sophia de Sousa, and The Revd The Lord Griffiths discuss how shared spaces, values, and connections shape communities socially and culturally.

Capital Institute founder John Fullerton discussed Regenerative Economics on April 1, 2020. He outlined how to achieve a just, sustainable way of living by aligning with living systems

Capital Institute founder John Fullerton discussed Regenerative Economics on April 1, 2020. He outlined how to achieve a just, sustainable way of living by aligning with living systems thinking.

For more information and to explore this discussion further, visit the Volans website: https://volans.com/tomorrows-capital-institute-john-fullerton/. You can also connect with Volans on Twitter (@VolansHQ), via email (info@volans.com), or by phone (+44 20 3701 7550).

John Todd's lyrical exploration reveals essential ecological design principles, demonstrating how mimicking nature leads to breakthrough solutions. He shares insights from his award-winning

John Todd's lyrical exploration reveals essential ecological design principles, demonstrating how mimicking nature leads to breakthrough solutions. He shares insights from his award-winning eco-industrial park and strategies for purifying water bodies, from Lake Champlain to Venice. His natural sewage treatment systems utilize native plants to break down pollutants and produce clean water, aiming to evolve a holistic technological and social framework.

This talk was delivered at the 2002 Bioneers National Conference, part of the Ecological Design Collection, Vol. 1. Since 1990, Bioneers has served as a vital hub for social and scientific innovators, offering practical solutions for pressing environmental and social challenges.

"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental

"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental issues.

Independent filmmaker John Paget (www.pagetfilms.com) created the film in collaboration with First+Main Media (Drew Ward, Chris Elisara, and John Paget). More information is available at www.firstandmain.tv.

The future doesn't belong to coal; it belongs to us. Watch our new video, voiced by Australian film and television legend Sigrid Thornton, for CEO David Ritter's new book: "The Coal

The future doesn't belong to coal; it belongs to us. Watch our new video, voiced by Australian film and television legend Sigrid Thornton, for CEO David Ritter's new book: "The Coal Truth."

This timely book offers a vital contribution to the national struggle over the coal industry's future. It addresses the fight to stop Adani, defeat big polluters, and reclaim our democracy, featuring insights from diverse contributors.

Grab your copy of the book here: https://bit.ly/2qIpoxE

Tennis legend Billie Jean King congratulated Dr. Bernice Sandler, "godmother of Title IX," for receiving an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from

Tennis legend Billie Jean King congratulated Dr. Bernice Sandler, "godmother of Title IX," for receiving an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Drexel University. President John A. Fry presented the award during the Institute for Women's Health and Leadership's 20th Anniversary celebration.

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex-based discrimination in any federally funded educational program or activity in the U.S.

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on ecosystems, climate, and human survival. Jumbo introduces Reforest AI as a technological solution to help us better comprehend nature, fostering collaboration rather than control. His message urges a critical shift in perspective: recognizing forests as vital partners for our future and questioning if we are finally ready to listen.

An Embedded Systems Engineer, Lesley John Jumbo founded ReforestAI, an AI hardware solution combating deforestation and climate change. His work, rooted in robotics and IoT, focuses on deploying impactful technologies that address urgent environmental challenges. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

John Wick and the Marin Carbon Project are pioneering carbon farming, a practice that

John Wick and the Marin Carbon Project are pioneering carbon farming, a practice that sequesters atmospheric carbon in soil. This research-backed approach enhances soil fertility, increases crop yields, and makes farms more resilient to drought. Adopted globally, carbon farming offers a powerful solution to the climate crisis.

Learn more about carbon farming at Bioneers.