This excerpt features an interview with Jeannette Armstrong (Syilx, Okanagan) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project. Armstrong discusses the loss of community and the value of

This excerpt features an interview with Jeannette Armstrong (Syilx, Okanagan) from the Native Perspectives on Sustainability project. Armstrong discusses the loss of community and the value of building long-term relationships with people and place.

A complete transcript is available at nativeperspectives.net. This content was originally published by NativePerspectives on November 20, 2009.

A new NASA study reveals significant global declines in microscopic ocean plant-life, or phytoplankton, which form the base of the marine food chain. This research is the first to analyze

A new NASA study reveals significant global declines in microscopic ocean plant-life, or phytoplankton, which form the base of the marine food chain. This research is the first to analyze long-term phytoplankton community trends using NASA satellite data.

Diatoms, the largest type of phytoplankton, decreased over 1% annually from 1998 to 2012, particularly in the North Pacific, North Indian, and Equatorial Indian oceans. This reduction could impact the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide absorbed and stored in the deep ocean. Dr. Cecile Rousseaux is featured.

This public domain video is available for download at http://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/goto?12009.

Pioneering women's rights lawyer and activist Catharine A. MacKinnon explores the "Butterfly Effect" in law. She argues that seemingly minor legal interventions can generate major social and

Pioneering women's rights lawyer and activist Catharine A. MacKinnon explores the "Butterfly Effect" in law. She argues that seemingly minor legal interventions can generate major social and cultural transformations, inspiring equality seekers to spread their wings.

A distinguished Elizabeth A. Long Professor of Law at Michigan Law, MacKinnon specializes in sex equality issues under international and domestic law. Watch her discuss these powerful ideas in our latest RSA Spotlight video. For the full talk, click here. Learn more about her work here.

While many desire a society accountable to people and the planet, corporate domination, particularly by giant tech companies, undermines democracy and concentrates wealth. This trend erodes our

While many desire a society accountable to people and the planet, corporate domination, particularly by giant tech companies, undermines democracy and concentrates wealth. This trend erodes our agency and community input.

Stacy Mitchell, a leader against excessive corporate power, reveals that these immense companies have met their match. A broad grassroots alliance and new government leaders are reviving anti-monopoly laws and strategies, offering hope for a more equitable and greener future.

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. To see other talks, visit www.bioneers.org.

U.S. wetlands are in crisis, with half of these vital ecosystems in the lower 48 states vanishing since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision removed federal protections, leaving remaining

U.S. wetlands are in crisis, with half of these vital ecosystems in the lower 48 states vanishing since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision removed federal protections, leaving remaining wetlands vulnerable to draining and filling.

Wetlands are crucial for biodiversity; nearly 50% of threatened and endangered species rely on them, with over 33% living exclusively there. Their loss degrades water quality, increases flood risks, and accelerates extinction; many endangered wetland species lack critical habitat protection.

Urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect more critical habitat for wetland-dependent species. Learn more and act at www.saveourfreshwater.org.

A remotely operated submersible recently captured a rare video of a living juvenile colossal squid near the Atlantic Ocean's South Sandwich Islands. This foot-long creature, with a transparent

A remotely operated submersible recently captured a rare video of a living juvenile colossal squid near the Atlantic Ocean's South Sandwich Islands. This foot-long creature, with a transparent body and glowing eyes, offers a glimpse of a species whose adults, never filmed alive, can reach 23 feet and weigh over 1,000 pounds, typically inhabiting Antarctic waters over 3,200 feet deep.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit, believes human welfare is deeply tied to nature's diversity. We work to protect all species from extinction through science, law, and creative media, focusing on safeguarding essential lands, waters, and climate. Our goal is a future where the wild thrives.

This episode explores reuse and repair, critical aspects of a circular economy. While the Global North is slowly adopting these practices, African businesses have long maximized material use

This episode explores reuse and repair, critical aspects of a circular economy. While the Global North is slowly adopting these practices, African businesses have long maximized material use through creative strategies.

Despite clear benefits, reuse and repair haven't gained widespread traction in the Global North. However, African companies offer valuable lessons with their innovative approaches to material usage.

Read the full article: Making the Most of Materials

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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Sharks are incredibly ancient creatures, having roamed the oceans for an astonishingly long period.

Their lineage dates back over 400 million years, predating most dinosaurs and even trees.

Sharks are incredibly ancient creatures, having roamed the oceans for an astonishingly long period.

Their lineage dates back over 400 million years, predating most dinosaurs and even trees. This remarkable evolutionary success highlights their adaptability and resilience across vast geological timescales.

Nils Joyeux, a former merchant navy officer, co-founded Zéphyr & Borée. This company develops sail-propelled cargo ships to promote low-carbon maritime transport and reduce industry emissions.

Nils Joyeux, a former merchant navy officer, co-founded Zéphyr & Borée. This company develops sail-propelled cargo ships to promote low-carbon maritime transport and reduce industry emissions. They are currently building their first 121-meter modern sailing cargo ship.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.