This interview, originally posted by MarkMolaro on November 25, 2007, features K. David Harrison. Harrison is an assistant professor of

This interview, originally posted by MarkMolaro on November 25, 2007, features K. David Harrison. Harrison is an assistant professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College, author of "When Languages Die: The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge," and Director of Research at the Living Tongues Institute. He was also featured in "The Linguists" documentary.

In this conversation, Harrison discusses the critical importance of the world's many threatened languages and the vital knowledge each uniquely preserves. He emphasizes the urgent need for more trained linguists to document these nearly extinct languages in remote regions before they are lost forever.

On May 5, 2010, IBM launched a multi-year research initiative to model and simulate factors influencing individual, community, and planetary health.

This effort aims to facilitate better

On May 5, 2010, IBM launched a multi-year research initiative to model and simulate factors influencing individual, community, and planetary health.

This effort aims to facilitate better decision-making by understanding our complex world holistically, moving beyond isolated systems. For more details on this and other projects, visit asmarterplanet.com.

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.

Uploaded by EarthSayer on June 14, 2010, this video, introduced by Green Festival co-founder Kevin Danaher, explores the Green Festival

Uploaded by EarthSayer on June 14, 2010, this video, introduced by Green Festival co-founder Kevin Danaher, explores the Green Festival Seattle (June 5-6, 2010). It highlights attendee interest in green products and services, featuring representatives from diverse organizations, including Vegetarian Times and the New York Times.

The festival promotes principles of a sustainable economy and social justice. Co-sponsored by Global Exchange and Green America, it is the country's premier sustainability and green commerce event. Annual festivals are held in Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., focusing on sustainability, sustainable development, and green commerce.

Dr. Franklin Hill's children's book, *Wings of Change*, introduces Anew the caterpillar, who fears change. The book conveys a powerful message: "When you change for the good, you change the world

Dr. Franklin Hill's children's book, *Wings of Change*, introduces Anew the caterpillar, who fears change. The book conveys a powerful message: "When you change for the good, you change the world too."

An internationally recognized educational futurist, former teacher, and administrator specializing in innovative school building design, Dr. Hill's book was illustrated by Aries Cheung. Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv interviewed Dr. Hill at Green Festival Seattle on June 6, 2010. This interview was posted on June 13, 2010, on the EarthSayer YouTube channel.

On November 21, 2007, Gala Co-chairs Hank and Wendy Paulson presented ICCF's "The Good Steward" Award to Kris and Doug Tompkins.

The Tompkins were honored for their significant personal

On November 21, 2007, Gala Co-chairs Hank and Wendy Paulson presented ICCF's "The Good Steward" Award to Kris and Doug Tompkins.

The Tompkins were honored for their significant personal investment in rehabilitating and conserving over two million acres of land in the Patagonia region of Chile and Argentina.

For more details, visit the ICCFoundation YouTube channel.

WWF's Global Marine Programme works to increase international attention for ocean conservation and protect the high seas.

These international waters, comprising 64% of the oceans (half the

WWF's Global Marine Programme works to increase international attention for ocean conservation and protect the high seas.

These international waters, comprising 64% of the oceans (half the planet), lie beyond national jurisdiction and are open-access common areas. For more information, visit panda.org/highseas.

TED Fellow Marcin Jakubowski is open-sourcing blueprints for 50 farm machines, enabling anyone to build their own tractor or harvester. This initiative, launched in April 2011, is the first step

TED Fellow Marcin Jakubowski is open-sourcing blueprints for 50 farm machines, enabling anyone to build their own tractor or harvester. This initiative, launched in April 2011, is the first step in a larger project to create an instruction set for an entire self-sustaining village, with an estimated starting cost of $10,000.

For more details, visit the Open Source Ecology website. Additional information is available on TED.com.

This infographic and animation tracks cumulative natural gas wells drilled in Pennsylvania from January 2005 to April 2012, highlighting the state's transition from conventional vertical to

This infographic and animation tracks cumulative natural gas wells drilled in Pennsylvania from January 2005 to April 2012, highlighting the state's transition from conventional vertical to horizontal drilling.

Horizontal wells, primarily in the Marcellus, Utica, and Geneseo/Burket shale formations, increased significantly. Concurrently, less productive vertical wells declined, resulting in an overall decrease in new well counts.

For a comprehensive analysis, read the full Today in Energy article here.

Eve Ensler expresses gratitude to the ONE BILLION participants worldwide who are preparing, organizing, and creating to end violence against women. The global rise is just one week

Eve Ensler expresses gratitude to the ONE BILLION participants worldwide who are preparing, organizing, and creating to end violence against women. The global rise is just one week away!

For more information, visit the One Billion Rising website. You can also order Eve Ensler's latest book, *I Am an Emotional Creature: The Secret Life of Girls Around the World*, from Amazon.