Impact Investing is an approach that seeks both financial returns and positive social and environmental impact.

Co-authored by Jed Emerson, the book *Impact Investing* provides excellent examples and differentiates it from responsible investing.

Order the book on Amazon.com.

We must acknowledge Earth's finite limits and address extreme inequality that leads to social breakdown.

Dr. Korten, an expert with MBA and PhD degrees from Stanford University and former Harvard Business School faculty, advocates for these critical issues.

Jamal Rahman, a Muslim Sufi Interfaith minister, explores the meaning of "interfaith" as being open to the beauty and wisdom of diverse traditions. He emphasizes the directive to "get to know others."

His insights are available in his book, which can be ordered on Amazon.com.

For more videos featuring Jamal Rahman, visit the One World Films YouTube channel. You can also learn more at his official website: jamalrahman.com.

The Institute for Historical Justice and Reconciliation (IHJR) was established in 2004 at the Salzburg Global Seminar.

Justice Goldstone provides insight into the IHJR's mission and its participants.

Mr. Charles Sennott, Executive Editor, VP, and Cofounder of GlobalPost, participated in the Academy on Media and Global Change at the Salzburg Global Seminar in August 2011.

He discussed the importance of maintaining journalistic integrity while ensuring the business viability of news organizations. GlobalPost is an online news organization.

This video, produced by the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), highlights their activities. Comments on YouTube reflect varied opinions, from climate change deniers to engaged environmentalists.

EarthSayers advocates for sustainability principles and practices. We aim to elevate diverse voices, empowering citizens to make informed decisions and act responsibly in their daily lives.

Dr. Christine Wörlen, former head of renewable energies for the German Energy Agency and a UN consultant, visited Edmonton, Alberta. She spoke at City Hall and Grant MacEwan University about Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution, drawing on her experience in 60 countries.

Green Energy Futures recorded her interview and talk in September 2011. For more information, visit her profile: Dr. Christine Wörlen.

Krisotofor Lofgren founded Bamboo Sushi in Portland, Oregon, driven by his interest in environmental policy.

The restaurant ensures all fish served comes from healthy, plentiful populations. However, sustainable sourcing is just one dimension of their commitment. Bamboo Sushi is also a certified B Corporation.

Season Two launches March 1st with "The Story of Citizens United v. FEC." This episode explores the excessive power corporations wield in our democracy.

It is the second installment in a series by Annie Leonard, creator of The Story of Stuff. Learn more at storyofcitizensunited.org.

Eliot possesses over 30 years of organic farming experience, encompassing field and greenhouse vegetables, rotational grazing of cattle and sheep, and range poultry.

He is the author of *The New Organic Grower*, *Four Season Harvest*, and *The Winter Harvest Manual*. In this video, Eliot discusses his extensive life in organic agriculture.

Many believe profitable businesses cannot also be environmentally and socially responsible. However, Gil Friend asserts that green business practices benefit both companies and the world, extending beyond mere shareholder value and profit.

Friend, Founder/CEO of Natural Logic, Inc., is the author of The Truth About Green Business.

The Leopold Education Project (LEP) offers an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum based on the classic writings of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold. It educates the public on humanity's ties to the natural environment, promoting resource conservation and protection.

Aldo Leopold (1887-1948), author of *A Sand County Almanac*, famously critiqued society's environmental values. As quoted from his work, he observed: "There is as yet no social stigma in the possession of a gullied farm, a wrecked forest, or a polluted stream, provided the dividends suffice to send the youngsters to college."

"Queen of the Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us?" is a profound film by Taggart Siegel, director of "The Real Dirt on Farmer John." It offers an alternative look at the global bee crisis, exploring the catastrophic disappearance of bees and the mysterious world of the beehive.

This engaging and uplifting documentary features beekeepers, scientists, and philosophers worldwide, including Michael Pollan, Gunther Hauk, and Vandana Shiva. It dramatically portrays their heartfelt struggles and insights into this critical issue.

For screening information, visit: Queen of the Sun Screening Information.

Einstein reportedly warned that humanity's survival was tied to bees, highlighting their crucial ecosystem role.

Inspired by the bee's 200-230 wing flaps per second—creating a rich buzz—I explored integrating these recordings into music.

The composition evolved by adding human elements like vocals, guitars, and grooves, culminating with a full symphony orchestra and choirs.

The "Voices of Sustainability" video opened the Ceres Conference 2011, held May 11-12 in Oakland, California. It emphasized the concept of "built to last."

Special thanks to the Skoll Foundation and TakePart, who produced the film and purposed it for the conference. Access executive interviews from the conference here.

Rhone Resch, President of the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), released the organization's new first-quarter data on the solar industry's performance in a challenging economy.

During an OnPoint discussion, Resch addressed the environment for bringing renewables online and the competition between renewable energy sources and natural gas.

Source: http://www.eenews.net/tv/ (6/16/2011)

The EarthSayers Special Collection: Artists and Musicians is a "Champions" category feature. It highlights individuals who leverage their artistic and communication talents to address social, cultural, environmental, and economic aspects of sustainability.

Artist Chris Jordan exemplifies this by exploring American consumerism and the unconscious behaviors that lead to unintended catastrophic consequences.

After teaching Geoscience, Marine Science, and Environmental Horticulture, Matt became concerned about modern agriculture's impact on ocean health. This led him to reconnect with his old Peace Corps friend, Nathan.

In 1999, Matt and Bobbie Brown met Nathan McFall in Togo, West Africa, where they collaborated with local communities on environmental education, soil conservation, and animal husbandry. You can learn more about Nathan's work here.

In summer 2010, the Brown family moved to Milwaukie, Oregon. There, they partnered with Nathan to establish the non-profit Food|Waves. Matt was interviewed by EarthSayers.tv in July 2011.

This award-winning documentary chronicles the remarkable two-year journey of Julia Butterfly Hill.

She lived 200 feet high in a redwood tree, protecting the thousand-year-old giant from destruction.

This award-winning documentary chronicles the remarkable story of a woman who spent two years living 200 feet up in a redwood tree.

Her extraordinary journey was undertaken to protect the thousand-year-old tree from destruction.