Hosted by Duncan Stewart, the 'Take, make, dispose' model describes our current linear

Hosted by Duncan Stewart, the 'Take, make, dispose' model describes our current linear economy: extracting raw materials, making products, then discarding them. This 20th-century consumerism has led to dwindling resources, overflowing waste, and significant environmental damage.

In contrast, the Circular Economy offers a progressive, efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative, mimicking nature by eliminating waste. The final Eco Eye series 12 program explores this model, showcasing Irish companies adopting it and featuring experts discussing its challenges and opportunities.

Ireland's public sector spends €9 billion annually on goods and services, totaling €100 billion over the next decade. This significant public expenditure presents a crucial opportunity to

Ireland's public sector spends €9 billion annually on goods and services, totaling €100 billion over the next decade. This significant public expenditure presents a crucial opportunity to reduce carbon footprint, conserve energy, and boost environmental awareness among citizens.

Dublin fireman Neil McCabe demonstrates how this investment could foster environmentally friendly buildings and generate substantial cost savings. Transitioning to a green, low-carbon economy would not only save money but also create jobs.

The question remains whether local authorities and the government will embrace this vision. This discussion, hosted by Duncan Stewart, was published on Feb 18, 2014.

Eco Eye Series 12, Episode 3, hosted by Duncan Stewart, investigates climate

Eco Eye Series 12, Episode 3, hosted by Duncan Stewart, investigates climate change.

Published on January 21, 2014, this episode examines Ireland's recent extreme weather, including record freezing temperatures, heatwaves, and the worst flooding in 800 years, which left 50,000 homes uninsured. It questions if our climate is changing and discusses the potential impacts both domestically and internationally.

Communities across Ireland are implementing new initiatives to combat the rising environmental and financial costs of fossil fuels. These efforts help them take control of their energy needs and

Communities across Ireland are implementing new initiatives to combat the rising environmental and financial costs of fossil fuels. These efforts help them take control of their energy needs and empower their communities.

This episode focuses on the Arann Islands and the Drombane Upperchurch Energy Tipperary (DUET) group, demonstrating how they've embraced new technologies to secure their energy future.

Published on February 4, 2014.

Eco-Eye Series 10, Episode 10, hosted by Duncan Stewart, explores sustainable building practices. The episode features a visit to a 'solar city' and passive holiday homes in Austria.

It

Eco-Eye Series 10, Episode 10, hosted by Duncan Stewart, explores sustainable building practices. The episode features a visit to a 'solar city' and passive holiday homes in Austria.

It also highlights an Irish house performance and external insulation upgrade project in Rathfarnham. This episode was originally published on February 28, 2014.

Join Director Jerome Osentowski, Commissioner Jill Ryan, and Environmental Policy Planner Adam Palmer on a journey through the luscious forest garden at the Central

Join Director Jerome Osentowski, Commissioner Jill Ryan, and Environmental Policy Planner Adam Palmer on a journey through the luscious forest garden at the Central Rocky Mountain Permaculture Institute (CRMPI) in Basalt, Colorado, located at 7,200 ft. This discussion was originally published on November 13, 2013.

Jerome, a 40-year permaculture specialist living in a sustainable solar home, will discuss permaculture design, forest gardens, edible landscaping, subterranean heating and cooling systems (climate batteries), soil building, nitrogen fixers, and leveraging thermal mass.

For more information, visit: CRMPI, the Permaculture Design Certification Course, EcoSystems Design, and the CRMPI Blog.

Elinor Ostrom's Stockholm whiteboard seminar explores sustainable natural resource management. She explains how diverse global contexts allow communities to effectively utilize resources without

Elinor Ostrom's Stockholm whiteboard seminar explores sustainable natural resource management. She explains how diverse global contexts allow communities to effectively utilize resources without depletion.

This seminar was uploaded on April 3, 2009.

Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He

Speaking at the ECO:nomics conference on April 3, 2014, former Walmart CEO Michael T. Duke stated that sustainability for Walmart extends beyond profits. He highlighted that a smaller environmental footprint leads to greater long-term profit, stressing the social and prosperity elements where Walmart, as the largest private employer in the U.S. with 2.2 million global employees, has significant impact.

The conference, hosted by *The Wall Street Journal*, gathers leaders to discuss business and environmental issues. Yet, critics like Dr. Chet Bowers argue that genuine sustainability is hindered by "deep cultural assumptions" of an individualistic, consumer-dependent society, despite corporate efforts.

Robert Reich delivers a critical Tax Day message, highlighting a significant economic disparity. He explains why the wealthiest one percent often pay a substantially lower tax rate compared to the

Robert Reich delivers a critical Tax Day message, highlighting a significant economic disparity. He explains why the wealthiest one percent often pay a substantially lower tax rate compared to the rest of the population.

Reich's message also explores potential solutions and actions that can be taken to address this imbalance and promote a more equitable tax system.

Emerging Women Live celebrates women leaders and entrepreneurs, promoting an integrated approach to success. The second annual Emerging Women Live Conference will take place in New York City from

Emerging Women Live celebrates women leaders and entrepreneurs, promoting an integrated approach to success. The second annual Emerging Women Live Conference will take place in New York City from October 9-12, 2014.

Register here.