Written and directed by Kristin Chemis.

Jimmy senses something is off about his school friend. He doesn't realize the true extent of the problem until he spends a night at his friend's house.

Written & Directed by Nick Dragon, this story features two eco-priests attempting to free a woman possessed by a microplastic demon. The entity, saturating her body, fights back with a barrage of single-use plastics.

This intense struggle raises a critical question: can humanity ever truly escape the pervasive nightmare of plastic pollution?

Written and directed by Anaya Dominique Martin, this story introduces Erica, a young woman on a routine grocery trip.

However, a seemingly mundane act of using plastic bags for her groceries takes a sinister turn, leading to an unexpected, dark outcome.

Some native North American animals, though perhaps perceived as creepy, are undeniably cool and absolutely worth protecting. Their unique ecological roles are vital.

Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection and restoration of all native species across North America, ensuring even these often-misunderstood creatures thrive.

Witness the magnificent California condor in its natural habitat. As North America's largest land bird, it boasts an impressive 10-foot wingspan.

Watch it soar to heights of 15,000 feet, traveling up to 250 miles daily in search of its next meal.

This video details a storm system bringing widespread rain, thunderstorms, and colder air to the eastern U.S., plus Hurricane Melissa's track toward Bermuda. Protect your privacy with 20% off DeleteMe at joindeleteme.com/RYANHALL using code RYANHALL.

Download the free WeatherWise Radar App (weatherwise.app), shop official merch (shopryanhall.com), and support The Y'all Squad Disaster Relief nonprofit (theyallsquad.org). Subscribe for updates, connect on social media, and visit ryanhallyall.com. Always follow official National Weather Service forecasts.

EarthSayers Cinema presents "The Creative High," a powerful documentary exploring the intersection of art, addiction, and recovery. The film intimately follows nine artists—dancers, painters, musicians, and performers—as they navigate their personal journeys, revealing creativity as a pathway to healing and wholeness.

Joining us for this discussion is co-director Dianne Griffin. An accomplished cinematographer and someone in recovery herself, Dianne brings a unique dual perspective to the project. Her work, informed by Buddhism, explores themes of transformation, spirituality, and human resilience, viewing the creative process as a spiritual journey.

Inaam Chattha, who experienced eco-anxiety as a teen, channeled his concern into environmental activism, volunteering, and exploring the intersection of race, land, grief. Now a medical student, he authored children's books on eco-emotions and was named a Top 25 Under 25 Environmentalist by Starfish Canada.

In 2023, Chattha launched Green Mind, a national, youth-led initiative. It provides culturally grounded educational materials and a bilingual Climate Wellness Toolkit to help young people, especially from underrepresented communities, cope with climate anxiety and take action. The toolkit is used in Ontario classrooms for somatic grounding, journaling, and peer connection.

Sophie Tipper, passionate about environmental policy since middle school, joined the Colorado Youth Advisory Council (COYAC) in July 2023. Noticing youth were absent from state environmental task forces, she and Ashna Shah developed a policy memo recommending youth advisors for the Colorado Department of Public Health's Environmental Justice Board. This led to drafting SB25-055, a bill requiring two youth members on the board. Despite a sponsor's election defeat, Tipper secured new support, and the bill was introduced to the Colorado legislature in January 2025.

SB25-055 subsequently passed and was signed into law by Governor Jared Polis in May. Tipper, now drafting a plastic pollution bill, believes youth advocacy empowers young people to drive real policy change. She hopes to inspire similar youth-led environmental initiatives nationwide.

Lily YangLiu began activism at age 10, recognizing by 13 that youth voices were often tokenized. This sparked her commitment to inclusive political and environmental decision-making. She now leads K–12 Climate Literacy, developing early climate education for BC schools, and the Katija Hyoungjoo Neuber Institute, organizing youth delegations to the UN, IMF, and World Bank.

Her advocacy extends to YOUNGO, supporting 10,000 young climate advocates, and roles with Children First Canada and Youth Climate Corps BC. Named a Top 25 Woman of Influence in Canada, YangLiu believes "activism isn’t about noise; it’s about care, appreciation, and building inclusive communities," a principle guiding her work.

After the 2020 wildfires, Kyle Trefny became a wildland firefighter, connecting with peers passionate about transforming society's relationship with fire. This led him to co-found FireGeneration Collaborative (FireGen) in 2022. FireGen is a youth-led organization dedicated to shifting wildfire management from short-term disaster response to long-term resilience and Indigenous leadership.

Trefny co-led FireGen's national campaign, advocating for youth roles in policy. This resulted in FireGen members advising a federal commission and Director Ryan Reed becoming the youngest federal advisor in US history. Trefny has also been instrumental in shaping FireGen's vision and securing over $350,000 in grants, empowering youth and Indigenous voices for the future.

Joey Wu's personal experience with water scarcity in Taiwan ignited his passion for clean water access. Later, as an undergraduate, he designed a PFAS water filter. However, he learned that technical solutions alone are insufficient; they require community trust and socio-cultural buy-in for effective adoption.

In 2022, Wu launched Waterroots, a youth-led climate literacy initiative. It empowers young leaders in water-stressed regions to bridge the gap between technical solutions and community needs, inspiring locally-driven action. Waterroots has grown into a digital community with over 50 members across 25 countries, sharing their water stories through platforms like YouTube. Wu mentors these leaders, fostering global conversations on our shared planetary future.

Ben Blom, MF '10, Director of Stewardship and Restoration at Save the Redwoods League, will deliver a presentation.

His talk is titled "Restoring Redwoods: The Roles Humans Can Play in Repairing Iconic Forests."

Circular business models offer significant value beyond just sustainability, driving new revenue, brand strength, and efficiency. However, they often fail to scale without a strong financial case. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's "How not to fail" report and a recent podcast with researchers Maddy Oliver and Ella Hedley highlight that sustainability-focused pitches can lower internal commitment. They advocate for commercial collaboration, citing the HolyGrail partnership. Listen to episode 196 for more.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an international charity promoting a circular economy. Subscribe for insights: YouTube. Learn more: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Follow us: Instagram, LinkedIn. Your support helps spread the word.

Iowans are often misled by marketing suggesting their energy is clean. In reality, MidAmerican Energy operates five of the country's dirtiest coal plants across the state.

This short film uncovers the true cost of coal. It features first-hand accounts from families living near these plants, doctors observing health impacts, and advocates fighting for a better future.

Creative High is a powerful documentary following nine artists—dancers, painters, musicians, and performers—as they navigate addiction and recovery. It explores how creativity can be a pathway to healing and wholeness.

Co-directed by Dianne Griffin and Adriana Marone, the film benefits from Griffin's unique dual perspective as an accomplished cinematographer and someone in recovery. Her work, informed by Buddhism, explores transformation, spirituality, and human resilience, viewing the creative process as a spiritual journey.

"Living Between Worlds" broadcast this month "live from Sustainable Brands" —featuring Raphael Bemporad, Dr Sally Uren, Daniel Aronson, Heather Tischbein, Ron Nahser, Nitin Garg, Shel Horowitz, Randy Rolfe, Bea Boccalandro, Ken Homer, and others.

We explored the state of sustainability ("Is it dead," Andrew Winston asked in the opening plenary. "No, it's under attack. And they only attack you if they're afraid of you."), the challenges and rewards we practitioners face on the front lines, and Raphael's ”enrichment vs extraction” framing that participants tell us has already had a big impact on their thinking and actions.

Check it out! And let us know in the comments what this conversation provoked for you—and let us know what you'll do about it!

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A new film explores how the fashion industry can build a competitive, desirable, and resilient future. It features Arc’teryx, H&M Group, and Tapestry (Coach), participants in The Fashion ReModel – an Ellen MacArthur Foundation project demonstrating how to generate profit without producing more clothes.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is an international charity championing the circular economy: eliminating waste and pollution, circulating products and materials, and regenerating nature.

Watch the full film to learn more. Subscribe to their YouTube channel, visit the Foundation's website, and follow them on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To build a competitive and resilient future, the fashion industry must embrace circular business models. A new film from The Fashion ReModel, an Ellen MacArthur Foundation project, highlights real-world examples from Arc’teryx, H&M Group, and Tapestry (Coach), demonstrating how to make money without making more clothes.

These models—including rental, resale, repair, and remaking—offer economic resilience by reducing exposure to supply chain disruptions and price volatility. Businesses can embed these strategies into their core operations. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, an international charity promoting a circular economy, encourages action. Explore insights: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/the-fashion-remodel/insights

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Ayda Kastelic, ITU's Online Community & Business Analyst Officer, shares her work on AI for Good.

Discover more about ITU's initiatives here: https://www.itu.int/160/