Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated

Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated by Jamari Hartley, CCL Government Affairs Coordinator. Jamari is a former Legislative Correspondent for Rep. Cook (CA-08) with extensive Capitol Hill experience. View his full bio.

Featuring Tom Erb, Legislative Aide for Congressman Scott Peters (CA52), and Adeline DeYoung, Legislative Aide for Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM-03).

Fiona Oakes, a world-class vegan athlete, proves that plant-based living doesn't hinder elite performance. Vegan since age six, she conquered both the Antarctic Ice Marathon and North Pole

Fiona Oakes, a world-class vegan athlete, proves that plant-based living doesn't hinder elite performance. Vegan since age six, she conquered both the Antarctic Ice Marathon and North Pole Marathon in 2013, despite losing a kneecap at 17. Her remarkable running achievements are fueled by her dedication to animal welfare.

Fiona founded Tower Hill Stables Animal Sanctuary in 1993, providing lifelong care for animals in need. She also serves as an ambassador for The Vegan Society and a patron of the Captive Animals Protection Society. All donations directly support the sanctuary's operations. To contribute, please visit https://www.towerhillstables.org/donate-1.

Join Dave Cain, CCL Presenters & Schedulers Action Team Leader, and Tamara Staton, CCL Education & Resilience Coordinator, for a grassroots outreach training. This session highlights bite-sized

Join Dave Cain, CCL Presenters & Schedulers Action Team Leader, and Tamara Staton, CCL Education & Resilience Coordinator, for a grassroots outreach training. This session highlights bite-sized best practices for preparing and executing effective tabling and presentations.

Find more information on the CCL Community Training Page. Access the presentation slides here: cclusa.org/cvt-grassroots.

Climate anxiety often leads to inaction. Anne-France Kennedy's TEDx talk addresses this by sharing three strategies for professionals not yet in the "sustainability zone." She explains how they

Climate anxiety often leads to inaction. Anne-France Kennedy's TEDx talk addresses this by sharing three strategies for professionals not yet in the "sustainability zone." She explains how they can achieve personal and business success by creating products and services that improve quality of life while protecting the planet.

This talk was delivered at TEDxWoodLane on November 5, 2021, in London. Kennedy, CEO of TheClimateLink, brings extensive experience in entrepreneurship and social ventures. TheClimateLink app connects professionals with climate-related jobs, projects, and expertise, helping them save time, money, and CO2. For more event information, visit TEDxWoodLane Event. Learn more about TEDx at TED.com/TEDx.

In her reflection titled "Disconnection," Julia Butterfly Hill introduces "separation syndrome" as the fatal consequence of severing our ties to life. She illustrates this by noting that a plant

In her reflection titled "Disconnection," Julia Butterfly Hill introduces "separation syndrome" as the fatal consequence of severing our ties to life. She illustrates this by noting that a plant dies when its roots are ripped from the earth, mirroring how humanity perishes when we detach from our connected consciousness.

Hill argues that this profound disconnection leads to the demise of our planet, our human families, and the entire global family. Her message underscores the critical importance of recognizing and nurturing our interconnectedness for collective survival.

Join a conversation with leaders from the nation's top environmental organizations as they address climate action, race, and health crises. Executives from Greenpeace (Annie Leonard), NRDC (Gina

Join a conversation with leaders from the nation's top environmental organizations as they address climate action, race, and health crises. Executives from Greenpeace (Annie Leonard), NRDC (Gina McCarthy), and 350.org (Tamara Toles O'Laughlin), alongside host Greg Dalton, will discuss aligning political ambitions with climate science and supporting recovery plans that bolster clean energy jobs and strengthen communities.

For more information, including upcoming events, membership, and past programs, visit the [Commonwealth Club](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/). You can also [Donate](https://support.commonwealthclub.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=298) to support their work, [subscribe to their YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/user/commonwealthclub), or follow them on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/thecommonwealthclub/).

Humans have profoundly impacted the planet, ushering in the Anthropocene. Ivo Kennedy explores urban agriculture's vital role in society and individual lives. He investigates how systems, from

Humans have profoundly impacted the planet, ushering in the Anthropocene. Ivo Kennedy explores urban agriculture's vital role in society and individual lives. He investigates how systems, from large-scale hydroponics to community gardens, can reinvent agriculture and foster nature appreciation, even within cities.

Amid environmental crisis, Kennedy, a public health graduate student, reflects on his love for both nature and vibrant city life. He considers how urban agriculture can transform gray skylines into green spaces, helping achieve environmental sustainability in energy-demanding cityscapes. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The energy transition is critical, with the 2020s marking a decisive decade for climate justice. As fossil fuels peak, we must rapidly scale renewables, ensuring an equitable new energy economy.

The energy transition is critical, with the 2020s marking a decisive decade for climate justice. As fossil fuels peak, we must rapidly scale renewables, ensuring an equitable new energy economy. Visionary "green" entrepreneur Danny Kennedy, founder of New Energy Nexus, proposes a "3D" clean energy future: distributed, decentralized in ownership, and democratized in control, driven by global grassroots entrepreneurship.

Kennedy, a seasoned eco-activist and clean-tech leader, co-founded Sungevity and Powerhouse. He now serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit providing funds, accelerators, and networks to advance clean energy innovation and adoption worldwide.

Learn more at bioneers.org.

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.