Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer at Plexus Institute, explores complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. He highlights 'The Palmer Method,' a small creative

Curt Lindberg, Chief Learning and Science Officer at Plexus Institute, explores complexity science and positive deviance in the 21st Century. He highlights 'The Palmer Method,' a small creative action that spurred significant positive change.

By understanding and leveraging what works, communities and organizations can align resources to foster resilience and sustainability. Discover more about the Plexus Institute and Open Source Economic Development.

This content was originally shared by IOpen2 on July 21, 2009.

Glenn Jampol, President of Cámara Nacional de Ecoturismo (CANAECO), presented on "The Role and Challenges of Certified Sustainable Tourism..." at the 2010

Glenn Jampol, President of Cámara Nacional de Ecoturismo (CANAECO), presented on "The Role and Challenges of Certified Sustainable Tourism..." at the 2010 EcoTourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference in Portland, Oregon. His talk was part of a panel sponsored by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES).

In 1985, Jampol founded Finca Rosa Blanca Coffee Plantation and Inn in Santa Bárbara de Heredia, Costa Rica. This "Boutique" hotel, based on early sustainable standards, is now lauded by the New York Times and Conde Nast Traveler as "one of the best hotels in the world." It also boasts 35 acres of certified shade-grown organic coffee, cultivated and roasted on-site.

The presentation was videotaped by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv.

Tamara, Executive Director of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC), discusses her commitment to sustainability principles and practices within the

Tamara, Executive Director of the Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC), discusses her commitment to sustainability principles and practices within the travel industry.

Her interview was videotaped by Barry Heidt of sustainabletv, with editing by Tom Hopkins of Sustainable Today. This was recorded at The International Ecotourism Society's (TIES) 2010 ESTC event in Portland, Oregon.

Additionally, see Tamara's panel presentation on the ROI of sustainability on EarthSayers.tv.

"Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government, Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More" addresses why three decades of free-market efforts against Keynesian

"Toward a Truly Free Market: A Distributist Perspective on the Role of Government, Taxes, Health Care, Deficits, and More" addresses why three decades of free-market efforts against Keynesian policies have led to larger government, greater debt, and centralized economic power. It asks how a truly free market can be achieved amidst capitalism's current crisis.

John C. Médaille, author of *The Vocation of Business: Social Justice in the Marketplace*, is an economics instructor at the University of Dallas. He writes and lectures on economics, with over thirty years in corporate management, small business, and five terms as an Irving, Texas city councilman.

Sustainable Today features Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed Company and the Organic Seed

Sustainable Today features Frank Morton of Wild Garden Seed Company and the Organic Seed Alliance.

The Alliance works to preserve organic seed resources for farmers, developing an open-source market. This initiative supports sustainability in farming and food production.

Prince Charles has voiced strong opposition to climate change deniers and skeptics. This position aligns with a sentiment expressed in 2014 by Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and UN

Prince Charles has voiced strong opposition to climate change deniers and skeptics. This position aligns with a sentiment expressed in 2014 by Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Robinson, a grandmother of five, questioned, "What will they say about what we did or didn't do?" This quote appeared in the New York Times article, "Forecast of Hopes and Fears," published on September 22, 2014.

During the Copenhagen Climate Talks, Kenyan tree-planting activist Wangari Maathai was appointed a UN Messenger of Peace. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon bestowed the honor, symbolized by a

During the Copenhagen Climate Talks, Kenyan tree-planting activist Wangari Maathai was appointed a UN Messenger of Peace. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon bestowed the honor, symbolized by a pinned dove, in a ceremony witnessed by RRI's Elizabeth Baker, a delegate associated with Maathai's Green Belt Movement.

Professor Maathai emphasized activism's crucial role in safeguarding civil society's global interests. She urged for decisive climate action within a Copenhagen agreement.

The standard Triple Bottom Line (TBL) of Planet, People, and Profit often overlooks equity, viewing people as consumers rather than citizens. Julia Anastasio, Director of Sustainability for the

The standard Triple Bottom Line (TBL) of Planet, People, and Profit often overlooks equity, viewing people as consumers rather than citizens. Julia Anastasio, Director of Sustainability for the American Public Works Association (APWA), emphasizes social sustainability, community well-being, and the vital role of public works.

Anastasio shared these insights during an interview with Ruth Ann Barrett of Earthsayers.tv at the APWA Sustainability in Public Works Conference, held June 27-29 in Portland, Oregon.

Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in

Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in municipal government and public works. She is also an original appointee to the APWA Center for Sustainability.

At the June 2011 APWA Sustainability in Public Works conference in Portland, Oregon, Ms. Anderson presented on the APWA Framework for Sustainability and the Center for Sustainability initiative. The session was videotaped by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, "the voices of sustainability."

Einstein reportedly warned that humanity's survival was tied to bees, highlighting their crucial ecosystem role.

Inspired by the bee's 200-230 wing flaps per second—creating a rich

Einstein reportedly warned that humanity's survival was tied to bees, highlighting their crucial ecosystem role.

Inspired by the bee's 200-230 wing flaps per second—creating a rich buzz—I explored integrating these recordings into music.

The composition evolved by adding human elements like vocals, guitars, and grooves, culminating with a full symphony orchestra and choirs.