Shannon Lisa, Program Director for the Edison Wetlands Association, investigates chemical contaminant dumping. Motivated by growing up in a contaminated state, she protects human health and the

Shannon Lisa, Program Director for the Edison Wetlands Association, investigates chemical contaminant dumping. Motivated by growing up in a contaminated state, she protects human health and the environment through "environmental detective work."

In Franklin, Indiana, Shannon uncovered a decades-old toxic cold case. After children fell ill, she analyzed over 40,000 hidden EPA documents, revealing a mismanaged industrial site and homes potentially invaded by poison gases like TCE. She coordinated residential air testing, finding toxins 18x over state thresholds, prompting a reopened EPA investigation.

Shannon continues to advocate for permanent cleanup in Franklin and national change against industrial pollution. broweryouthawards.org. Film by Storyline Media.

Talks at Google welcomes award-winning author Jonathan Safran Foer. He will discuss his latest book, "We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast," exploring personal obstacles to

Talks at Google welcomes award-winning author Jonathan Safran Foer. He will discuss his latest book, "We Are the Weather: Saving the Planet Begins at Breakfast," exploring personal obstacles to environmental action.

Foer will share practical strategies for individuals to limit their carbon footprint and create a sustainable lifestyle plan.

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David Giuliani, a Northwest serial entrepreneur and inventor, champions applying entrepreneurial zeal to state-level climate change and carbon reduction. An electrical engineer, he designed early

David Giuliani, a Northwest serial entrepreneur and inventor, champions applying entrepreneurial zeal to state-level climate change and carbon reduction. An electrical engineer, he designed early LED products and secured numerous medical patents. He co-invented and led Sonicare, selling it to Philips, and later co-invented Clarisonic, sold to L'Oreal. He received national Small Business Person and Entrepreneur of the Year awards.

Now, Giuliani applies his talents to societal improvement. With Howard Behar, he founded the Washington Business Alliance, which launched the Low Carbon Prosperity Institute to reframe climate issues as "win-win." This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Jay Inslee uniquely prioritized climate change in the 2020 presidential race, a focus now amplified by the Green New Deal and rising voter awareness. As constituents feel global warming's effects,

Jay Inslee uniquely prioritized climate change in the 2020 presidential race, a focus now amplified by the Green New Deal and rising voter awareness. As constituents feel global warming's effects, Republicans increasingly acknowledge the issue, with former Representatives Ryan Costello and Carlos Curbelo highlighting its growing importance.

However, Christine Pelosi of the DNC notes that for some frontline communities, immediate economic concerns can overshadow long-term climate threats. Despite political risks, there's a growing call to prioritize climate solutions over political careers. #letstalkclimate Learn more at climateone.org.

Offshore fish farms offer a sustainable solution to coastal aquaculture challenges, providing seafood for a growing population. Given that oceans cover over 70% of our planet, the potential for

Offshore fish farms offer a sustainable solution to coastal aquaculture challenges, providing seafood for a growing population. Given that oceans cover over 70% of our planet, the potential for scalable, sustainable offshore aquaculture is vast.

As part of the #OurPlanet initiative, we've collaborated with the World Economic Forum to showcase innovative approaches to tackling climate change and restoring nature. Stay tuned for new inspirational stories each week.

Read more: Pioneers for Our Planet #ShareOurPlanet #VoiceForThePlanet

Kelly Wanser's TED Talk explores "cloud brightening," a climate engineering concept that could mitigate global warming. It involves harnessing reflective particles, like some industrial emissions,

Kelly Wanser's TED Talk explores "cloud brightening," a climate engineering concept that could mitigate global warming. It involves harnessing reflective particles, like some industrial emissions, to reflect sunlight into space. She discusses its promises and risks for climate restoration.

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Parrotfish species produce a mucus cocoon for protection against parasites while they sleep. This defensive barrier can take up to an hour to create for a single night's rest.

To learn more

Parrotfish species produce a mucus cocoon for protection against parasites while they sleep. This defensive barrier can take up to an hour to create for a single night's rest.

To learn more about parrotfish, explore Oceana's Marine Life encyclopedia: Oceana Marine Life Encyclopedia.

Join this live show to explore two innovative circular economy businesses. Sofa for Life offers a comfortable, modular sofa designed for easy transport and relocation. Omocom specializes in

Join this live show to explore two innovative circular economy businesses. Sofa for Life offers a comfortable, modular sofa designed for easy transport and relocation. Omocom specializes in micro-insurance, crucial for peer-to-peer transactions within circular business models.

Discover the inspiration behind these ideas and how they were brought to life. Tune in to learn more!

Waste and pollution are direct results of design choices. This session will feature inspiring leaders who are already transforming the system through circular design principles.

Join

Waste and pollution are direct results of design choices. This session will feature inspiring leaders who are already transforming the system through circular design principles.

Join Seetal Solanki (Ma-tt-er founder, author of *Why Materials Matter*), Kamonnart Ong (Moreloop co-founder, fashion designer), and RSA Student Design Award winners Maire Kane and Hannah Grogan, who developed a reusable medical device. These innovators are leading the way in sustainable design.

Be part of this essential transformation. Don't miss out.

Coral reefs are among the planet's most diverse ecosystems, akin to rainforests. Despite covering less than 1% of the seafloor, they sustain over 25% of all marine life.

However, these

Coral reefs are among the planet's most diverse ecosystems, akin to rainforests. Despite covering less than 1% of the seafloor, they sustain over 25% of all marine life.

However, these vital ecosystems are severely threatened, particularly by plastic pollution. Join Oceana to help protect them: #BreakFreeFromPlastic.