The "Future of Sustainability 2020" webinar, held on July 22, 2020, explored whether COVID-19 accelerated or challenged the transition to a sustainable future. The crisis, devastating lives and

The "Future of Sustainability 2020" webinar, held on July 22, 2020, explored whether COVID-19 accelerated or challenged the transition to a sustainable future. The crisis, devastating lives and economies—particularly informal ones—also presented a historic opportunity to reimagine how we rebuild.

Forum for the Future urged businesses, governments, and communities to create a more just, sustainable, and resilient world. Drawing on annual research, they highlighted the "Transform" trajectory as the sole path to achieve these systems. This approach recognizes interdependent challenges, aiming to shift political, economic, and social systems for human and planetary health, justice, and economic resilience. Now is the time for this transformative change.

SDG Digital, held in New York on September 17, 2023, showcased digital solutions accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.

Presentations included Jiva, an application

SDG Digital, held in New York on September 17, 2023, showcased digital solutions accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.

Presentations included Jiva, an application by CEO Ram Mahadevan, empowering smallholder farmers for SDG 2 (Zero Hunger). Ola Hodne Titlestad and Monica Grace Amuha introduced DHIS2, a health information management system supporting SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Noémie Bürkl also highlighted a digital solution for SDG 4 (Quality Education).

Indigenous women are developing local solutions to climate change. Panelists will discuss its impacts on Indigenous women, their communities, and livelihoods, sharing experiences in implementing

Indigenous women are developing local solutions to climate change. Panelists will discuss its impacts on Indigenous women, their communities, and livelihoods, sharing experiences in implementing solutions. These include land management, resilient food systems, and innovative economic approaches that foster community and ecosystem well-being.

The panel features Martha Agbani-Barinuazor (Lokiaka Community Development Centre), Celia Nichim (YIMOM, Mujeres Sanadoras), Tania Eulalia Martínez Cruz, and Monica Coc Magnusson (Cultural Survival). Bia’ni Madsa’ Juárez López (Keepers of the Earth Fund) will moderate.

Van Jones presents a compelling social justice case against plastic pollution. He argues that plastic waste disproportionately harms impoverished communities and nations "first and worst," with

Van Jones presents a compelling social justice case against plastic pollution. He argues that plastic waste disproportionately harms impoverished communities and nations "first and worst," with far-reaching consequences for everyone, regardless of location or income.

In this powerful TEDxGreatPacificGarbagePatch [TEDxGP2] talk, filmed in 2010, Jones offers actionable ideas to reclaim our "throwaway planet." The event was produced by the Plastic Pollution Coalition at the Annenberg Community Beach House in Santa Monica, California.

Learn more at www.plasticpollutioncoalition.org

Climate change poses significant, widespread disruptions to the American economy, threatening our health, safety, and prosperity. Immediate action from policymakers and businesses is vital to

Climate change poses significant, widespread disruptions to the American economy, threatening our health, safety, and prosperity. Immediate action from policymakers and businesses is vital to mitigate climate risk. This panel will highlight innovative public-private solutions, discussing how businesses, governments, and communities can collaborate for greater resilience.

Panelists include: Joel Beauvais (U.S. EPA), Pam O'Connor (City of Santa Monica), Harriet Tregoning (U.S. HUD), and Kate Dineen (NY Governor's Office of Storm Recovery).

The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address

The Fall 2019 Presidio Graduate School (PGS) Capstone Showcase featured a project titled "Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage." A team assessed a green investment bank model to address Anchorage's climate goals, analyzing legal structures and leveraging multi-sector partnerships.

PGS is an accredited, nonprofit graduate school founded in 2003, offering unique sustainable MBA, MPA, and dual degree programs. Its systems-thinking methodology emphasizes that real change occurs at the intersection of private enterprise, the public sector, commerce, and the common good.

Learn more about PGS, its mission, and programs at presidio.edu or call 415-561-6555.

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, a wildlife ecologist and conservation biologist, co-hosts "Wild Kingdom" and shares her personal journey. She advocates for peaceful coexistence, reminding us that humans are

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, a wildlife ecologist and conservation biologist, co-hosts "Wild Kingdom" and shares her personal journey. She advocates for peaceful coexistence, reminding us that humans are part of nature, and all life is interconnected.

She is the author of "Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World" (https://zandoprojects.com/books/wildlife/) and creator of the "Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant" podcast. This content is part of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Learn more at the Bioneers radio and podcast homepage.