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.

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate

On May 6, 2014, President Obama's Science Advisor, Dr. John Holdren, discussed the immediate and future impacts of climate change on Earth's resources.

For more information on climate change, visit the Global Change website.

Juvenal Alvarez and his band, "La Recicleychon," create musical instruments like drums, tubas, and trumpets from discarded PVC pipes, hoses, and cardboard. They perform for tips every weekend in

Juvenal Alvarez and his band, "La Recicleychon," create musical instruments like drums, tubas, and trumpets from discarded PVC pipes, hoses, and cardboard. They perform for tips every weekend in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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Published on October 18, 2013.

Christopher F. Jones's book redefines the fossil fuel revolution, focusing on advances in energy access—via canals, pipelines, and wires—rather than just production. He demonstrates how

Christopher F. Jones's book redefines the fossil fuel revolution, focusing on advances in energy access—via canals, pipelines, and wires—rather than just production. He demonstrates how elaborate transportation networks for coal, oil, and electricity fueled remarkable urban and industrial growth in the American mid-Atlantic between 1820 and 1930, simultaneously setting the nation on a path toward fossil fuel dependence.

This historical account offers valuable lessons for pioneering a more sustainable energy future. To learn more, visit Christopher F. Jones's website or order his book from Amazon.

This discussion focuses on women's economic empowerment in the Pacific, featuring Amy Luinstra (International Finance Corporation), Joanne Crawford (International Women's Development Agency), and

This discussion focuses on women's economic empowerment in the Pacific, featuring Amy Luinstra (International Finance Corporation), Joanne Crawford (International Women's Development Agency), and Amanda Donigi (Stella Magazine, PNG). Luinstra is involved with Papua New Guinea's Business Coalition for Women, the Pacific's first organization of its kind.

Globally, women earn less than men, are half as likely to hold full-time jobs, and their incomes are 10-30% lower. Only 24% of senior management roles worldwide are held by women. Journalist Auskar Surbakti moderates this discussion, originally published on June 30, 2014.

Hillary Rodham Clinton joined Mayor Rahm Emanuel to discuss her tenure as U.S. Secretary of State. She reflected on the crises, choices, and challenges encountered, and how these experiences shape

Hillary Rodham Clinton joined Mayor Rahm Emanuel to discuss her tenure as U.S. Secretary of State. She reflected on the crises, choices, and challenges encountered, and how these experiences shape her perspective on the future.

This conversation was published by Chicago Ideas West on June 18, 2014. Her latest book is available for purchase on Amazon or at your local bookstore.

Mary Robinson founded the Foundation bearing her name, dedicated to climate justice for vulnerable, marginalized populations worldwide. She served as President

Mary Robinson founded the Foundation bearing her name, dedicated to climate justice for vulnerable, marginalized populations worldwide. She served as President of Ireland (1990-1997) and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997-2002).

A member of the Elders and the Club of Madrid, Robinson has received numerous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 2013, she was appointed UN Special Envoy for the Great Lakes region of Africa, and her memoir, *Everybody Matters*, was published.

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley

A public forum, "The Possibilities for a Public Bank in Seattle," recorded December 10, 2014, explored how residents could benefit from public banking. Moderated by Way ne Lau of Rainier Valley Community Development Fund, the event opened with Senator Bob Hasegawa emphasizing the long-term impact of such initiatives.

The distinguished panel included Council member Licata; Karl Beitel, Director of the Public Bank Project, who delivered an exceptional historical overview of public banking versus privatization; Dr. Thomas Keidel from the Federation of German Banks; and Gwendolyn Hallsmith, Executive Director of the Public Banking Institute and author of Creating Wealth: Growing Local Economies with Local Currencies.

Ramon Ramirez, President of Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN),

Ramon Ramirez, President of Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste (PCUN), also known as Northwestern Treeplanters and Farmworkers United, was the keynote speaker at the University of Oregon Ethnic Studies commencement ceremony on June 17, 2013.

He emphasized, "Our work with farmers and immigrants is part of the larger goal to build a society based on respect and equality for all."

As global urbanization accelerates, affordable housing has become a critical concern. Dr. Joan Clos, Executive Director

As global urbanization accelerates, affordable housing has become a critical concern. Dr. Joan Clos, Executive Director of UN-Habitat, advocates for housing to be central to urban planning, design, and overall strategy. This emphasis is crucial for addressing the affordable housing challenge.

Affordability, as defined in a recent MGI report, represents the financial burden a household bears—typically 30-40% of its income. This information was published March 19, 2015.