Food authority Mark Bittman explores how industrialized food production has driven global health crises and climate change. He offers a panoramic view of this history, explaining how we can rescue ourselves from modern missteps.

With over three decades in global food culture and policy, Bittman is known for his "How to Cook Everything" series and thirty-plus books, including Animal, Vegetable, Junk. A fellow at Yale and on Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health faculty, he also edits The Mark Bittman Project and has received multiple James Beard and IACP Awards.

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Just as you'd stop a flood's source before mopping, tackling problems "upstream" means addressing their root cause. In a circular economy, upstream innovation prevents issues like waste from ever occurring.

This approach offers significant benefits. For instance, shifting 20% of plastic packaging to reuse represents a $10 billion opportunity, benefiting both the environment and economy.

Explore cutting-edge upstream innovations combating plastic pollution. We'll feature Apeel, extending produce life without single-use plastic, and Enviu, sharing reuse projects from Indonesia to the Netherlands.

Climate change denial has evolved from overt rejection of scientific consensus to more subtle, passive forms. This talk explores these pervasive, passive denials, emphasizing that recognizing them is key to moving towards daily climate solutions.

Patrick Belmont, a river scientist and dad, presents this talk. He applies his expertise to pressing environmental issues, from river dynamics to wildfire impacts, and is deeply committed to addressing climate change.

This TEDx event talk offers insights into tackling climate change. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Dialogue 7 of "Reconciling Ways of Knowing," titled "Connecting Spiritually with the Land and Each Other," featured Elder Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Katherine Whitecloud, and Dr. Blair Stonechild, moderated by Shaunna Morgan Siegers, MSc. They discussed the essential spiritual connection between people and the land, a foundational Indigenous understanding often absent from dominant worldviews influencing Canadian environmental policy.

This session explored the fundamental connection to the world and each other, emphasizing its spiritual dimension for Indigenous Peoples, maintained through ceremonies. Convenors Miles Richardson, OC, Dr. David Suzuki, and Dr. Nancy Turner later shared insights, followed by audience Q&A. The dialogue originally aired on Tuesday, January 26.

Southern Nevada is increasingly known for its solar energy production, not just casinos. With the development of high-capacity energy storage, its importance as a renewable energy hub is further elevated. Amy Lahav, a 20-year veteran in environmental and renewable energy, has been instrumental in this growth.

As Senior Project Manager at NV Energy, Amy has procured over 2 gigawatts of solar and 690 megawatts of battery storage for Nevada's customers. She also pioneers new technologies, establishing evaluation tools and facilitating partnerships with emerging tech companies.

Amy's insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Tulika Nahar's TEDxYouth@DAA talk focused on climate change, outlining communication strategies to compel action rather than avoidance. The event's theme, "Yallah!" (Arabic for "go"), encouraged pushing for change locally or globally, embodying a positive forward momentum despite restrictions.

Unlike previous years, this TEDx event was held entirely on Zoom due to COVID-19 precautions. Despite technical challenges, the TEDxYouth@DAA team successfully delivered a unique and impactful event.

TEDx events are independently organized using the TED conference format. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Michael Boyko advocates for urgent action on global water scarcity, emphasizing the critical balance between increasing demand and diminishing natural replenishment. His extensive expertise spans water use in heavy industries like manufacturing, power, and mining, where he applies electrochemical technologies and process equipment solutions.

As the founder of Dynamic Water Technologies (DWT), Michael developed innovative treatment methods that conserve water, reduce chemical additives, and offer cost savings over traditional approaches. DWT's time-tested solutions are implemented worldwide. Michael, who holds a BS in Finance from Arizona State University, regularly consults with global industries. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Henderson, Nevada's conservation and sustainability plan offers a global model, having successfully reduced the city's carbon dioxide impact by 40%. Environmental Manager Christene Klimek, who launched a city-wide environmental management program in 2018, led the "Green Team" in implementing these innovative changes.

Klimek brings extensive experience, including 15 years as an environmental advisor at NV Energy, where she supported compliance and spearheaded sustainability reporting. She holds a Bachelor of Science in biology from Gonzaga University and a Master of Science in environmental policy and management from the University of Denver. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This inspirational talk offers an optimistic outlook on winning the battle against climate change. It explores how leveraging technology learning rates can create a better future, reflecting on past successes and outlining a path forward. This is a call to action and optimism.

Fredrik, an independent author and RWE regional lead (Europe), is passionate about energy, environmental issues, and politics. His contagious knowledge inspires reflection on our present and the future we can build.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

The plant-based food sector has exploded, yet many still prefer real meat. What if plant-based alternatives tasted identical? Chef Gustav Johansson argues this shift is already happening.

In his TEDx talk and cook-along, Johansson demonstrates how closely mimicking animal-based dishes, like a burger and shake, is crucial for a swift transition to a sustainable diet.

A renowned cookbook author and award-winning blogger, Gustav Johansson simplifies tasty vegetarian food. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the Bay Area's tech and innovation economy. While some companies adopt permanent remote work, others have folded, and many tech employees have relocated. These shifts raise critical questions about the region's future economy.

Join us for the first in a series of conversations exploring San Francisco's post-pandemic economy. This event features Jennifer Stojkovic (sf.citi) and Ahmad Thomas (Silicon Valley Leadership Group), moderated by Sean Randolph (Bay Area Economic Institute). Tune in Thursday, March 18, at 9:30 AM PDT.

For more details, to support our work, or to explore other events, visit [commonwealthclub.org](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/covid19support). Connect with us on social media.

Our food system, from farm to plate, is crucial in addressing climate change. While traditional farming has met growing global demand, it often yields less nutritious food. The question arises: can we cultivate food regeneratively to provide more valuable nutrients? A recent episode, streamed March 16th, explored this, featuring insights on permaculture, policy's role in São Paulo's circular food economy, and how major businesses are implementing regenerative practices.

Watch the full episode here: YouTube. Explore more about food and the circular economy: Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Find additional episodes of The Circular Economy Show: Episodes. Learn more about our work: Our Work.

Researchers have released stunning new footage of "El Bonito," a juvenile male jaguar, just three miles from the U.S.-Mexico border in Sonora, Mexico. This sighting suggests a female jaguar may live closer to the United States than previously believed, indicating potential breeding activity in the region.

El Bonito, like at least seven other male jaguars detected in the U.S. over the past 25 years, could eventually cross the border from Sonora. The last known female jaguar north of the border was killed in Arizona in 1963.

The video was captured by Ganesh Marin, a University of Arizona Ph.D. student and National Geographic Explorer, who leads this joint research project involving multiple institutions.

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Released March 26, 2021, this episode features Dr. Krista Hiser (Kapiʻolani Community College, University of Hawaii) sharing research on student/faculty perspectives to aid educators in addressing complex climate feelings. Sarah Jaquette Ray, author of "A Field Guide to Climate Anxiety," offers practical insights to stay engaged without overwhelm.

The Good News Report features Dr. Anthony Leiserowitz and Cate Mingoya (Groundwork USA), discussing how communities use maps to expose historical racist housing policies like redlining. These policies increase climate vulnerability, empowering residents to demand change.

Listen here: How to Keep Your Cool on a Warming Planet. Share feedback: 518.595.9414 or radio@citizensclimate.org.

Alexey Cherevan's talk focuses on artificial photosynthesis, mimicking nature to convert water and CO2 into useful chemicals using light. He highlights natural photosynthesis's complexity, inspiring material scientists.

Dr. Cherevan, a junior research group leader at TU Wien, specializes in functional inorganic and hybrid nanomaterials for energy applications, particularly photocatalysis. He studied at Moscow State University and the University of Münster.

Event: tedxtuwien.at, Facebook. Video: Daysatreef (FB), Ape House Studios (FB, IG). This independently organized TEDx event is at ted.com/tedx.

Jared Sheehan addresses the "wicked" problem of global water scarcity, quality, and pollution by fostering innovation communities. With a decade of experience at the intersection of sustainability and innovation, he collaborates with multinational companies, government agencies, and nonprofits to develop solutions. His work aims to connect startup community concepts to tackle water issues worldwide.

Jared is the co-founder of PwrdBy, a social impact incubator with a diverse portfolio including hydro-economic scenario visualizations. He also serves as Director at Water Foundry Advisors, a firm dedicated to water sustainability strategy. A Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Jared brings extensive expertise in product development and environmental science.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Arash Ghafouri, Culture Development and Communication Senior Manager at MTN Irancell, explores the surprising utility of "useless" knowledge. As a child, he faced social and family challenges, prompting him to study extensively. This pursuit led him to accumulate vast knowledge, making his mind akin to an encyclopedia.

Ghafouri has since created a directory of diverse information, often considered "useless," yet proving both interesting and informative to many. This talk was presented at a TEDx event.

Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

On February 27th, Curtis from KEPW Community Radio interviewed me about the Thacker Pass lithium mine project.

The discussion focused on the resistance to the mine, addressing concerns like greenwashing, false solutions, and the critical importance of water resources in Nevada.

Environmental Justice focuses on communities disproportionately impacted by pollution. When building relationships with Environmental Justice organizers, it's crucial for CCLers to understand historical injustices, move at the speed of trust, and engage with humility and respect.

Join Climate & Environmental Justice Action Team Leaders Debbie Chang and Lisa Danz for a session providing background on the EJ movement and strategies for effective collaboration.

Further resources include the CCL Community Training Page, Presentation Slides, and Making the Connection.