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The"One Water" Concept: Alexandra Cousteau

The EarthSayers.tv Special Collection, "1 Water," originated around World Water Day. It features leaders who champion the "One Water" concept, emphasizing water as a unified global resource.

 

Among these leaders is Alexandra Cousteau, a globally recognized advocate for water quality and policy, continuing the legacy of her renowned grandfather Jacques-Yves Cousteau and father Philippe Cousteau, Sr. In 2008, she founded Blue Legacy International, a not-for-profit project of The Ocean Foundation. This featured speech is part of a TEDx series.

BLUE COVENANT: Maude Barlow - World Water Crisis

Jerry Mander, founder of the International Forum on Globalization (IFG), author, and activist, introduced the discussion. He advocated for "less products, not greener products," and a focus on "local rather than global" solutions.

Maude Barlow then presented key insights from her new book, *BLUE COVENANT: The Global Water Crisis and the Coming Battle for the Right to Water*.

Interview for WWF 50th Birthday by Niall Dunne

Authentic product storytelling is crucial, accurately reflecting what "regenerative" truly means. This involves clearly distinguishing genuine practices from misleading claims.

To achieve this, we must effectively educate consumers and maintain full transparency across all business practices.

Hidden History of Rachel Carson

Rachel Carson, often dismissed as "hysterical," courageously confronted powerful chemical companies. Her groundbreaking 1962 book, *Silent Spring*, meticulously exposed the devastating environmental impact of pesticides.

Carson's compelling arguments ignited public awareness, fundamentally challenging industrial practices and laying the groundwork for the modern environmental movement.

A Sense of Wonder, Bio of Rachel Carson

Kaiulani Lee portrays Rachel Carson in a semi-documentary based on Carson's own writings. The film depicts two interviews during Carson's final year, as she battles cancer and addresses the controversy surrounding her groundbreaking book, "Silent Spring."

This moving film can be streamed for free on [Netflix](https://www.netflix.com) and [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com) (free with Prime). It explores not only environmental issues but also profound themes of life, death, courage, and truth.

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Rachel Carson, the acclaimed environmentalist and author of "Silent Spring," is honored in the biographical play "A Sense of Wonder."

Actress Kaiulani Lee performs a significant scene from this production.

Rachel Carson, famed biologist, author and visionary, was a founding member of The Nature Con

Rachel Carson, a renowned biologist, author, and founding member of The Nature Conservancy in Maine, will be celebrated during a visit to the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge in Wells, Maine. Join Cori Kahn of the Conservancy to learn more about this conservation icon.

Carson's influential work, Silent Spring, is available from Amazon.com.

Rachel Carson Introduction

Rachel Carson, born in Pennsylvania in 1907, developed a passion for nature and writing as a child.

Her seminal work, *Silent Spring*, is highly recommended for readers.

Carson remains an enduring model for sustainability advocacy and environmental stewardship.

Rethink What You Drink by Seth Goldman

Seth Goldman of Honest Tea and Gary Hirshberg of Stonyfield launched a joint promotional and educational campaign. They advocated for the importance of consuming organic products.

This initiative, promoting organic eating and drinking, was supported by resources found at JustDrinkOrganic.com.

NASA Science for a Hungry World: Part 4 Food Security

NASA scientists are actively engaged in discussions concerning global food security. Their unique expertise, often stemming from space exploration and Earth observation, provides valuable insights into this critical challenge.

These discussions likely explore how space-based technologies, such as satellite monitoring, can enhance agricultural practices, predict crop yields, and manage resources more effectively. Furthermore, research into sustainable food systems for long-duration space missions offers potential solutions applicable to terrestrial food production, addressing future food needs.

How to Shop at a Farmers Marketing

To maximize your local market experience, a little preparation is essential. Start with a clear shopping list to guide your purchases and ensure you get everything you need.

Additionally, be ready to engage. A willingness to ask questions and a basic understanding of local neighborhoods will help you discover the best products and deals, making your visit more rewarding.

Charlottetown Farmers Market

The Charlottetown Farmer's Market offers a diverse selection of traditional fare, including fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and pastries. It also boasts a wider variety of prepared foods than similar markets, featuring international dishes from Indian, African, and Italian cuisines.

Visitors can find organic produce, prepared meats like sausage and smoked salmon, along with unique arts, crafts, plants, and garden products.

Healthy, Local, Fresh: Farmers Markets and Community Wellness

Sponsored by the Tacoma Farmers Market and Triniti Media, this film addresses growing health concerns in Pierce County. It highlights the impact of poor nutrition on local residents.

The film also showcases how Tacoma Farmers Markets enhance community well-being by providing accessible, healthy, and locally-grown food options.

Bag It (trailer)

This touching and often funny film follows "everyman" Jeb Berrier on a global journey to unravel the complexities of our plastic world. What begins as an exploration of plastic bags quickly expands into a comprehensive investigation of plastic's impact on our waterways, oceans, and even our own bodies.

The film reveals how our reliance on plastic has finally caught up to us, urging immediate action. It challenges viewers to consider a day without plastic and what we can do about this critical issue, starting today.

The Sustainability Advocate by Joseph Roberts

The "One in 8 Million" oral history project profiled a different New York City resident weekly throughout 2009. Criteria for subjects, as noted by deputy Metro editor Jodi Rudoren, included being interesting, articulate, and previously unmentioned in the NYT.

One profile highlighted a young man's journey to becoming a sustainability advocate, driven by the conviction that we have "one earth, one shot to get things right."

Freedom of Speech: Uniting the Cause

Working Films amplifies local stories of social and environmental justice, ensuring they resonate globally. Our mission is to connect these community struggles with audiences worldwide.

When free speech came under attack in Working Films' hometown of Wilmington, N.C., we felt compelled to share this critical story with our friends and allies.

Building Sustainable Places by Steve Mouzon

Author and architect Steve Mouzon, based in Miami, defines New Urbanism and its role in building a sense of place. He co-heads Mouzon Design with his wife, Wanda, and is a principal of the New Urban Guild.

The New Urban Guild, a group of architects and designers, is dedicated to studying and designing traditional buildings and places inspired by their regions. The Guild was instrumental in creating the Katrina Cottages concept and continues to foster this movement.

The Guild Foundation also hosts Steve and Wanda Mouzon’s Original Green initiative, which promotes common-sense sustainability.

Prince Charles shows his abhorrence towards climate sceptics

Prince Charles has voiced strong opposition to climate change deniers and skeptics. This position aligns with a sentiment expressed in 2014 by Mary Robinson, former President of Ireland and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.


Robinson, a grandmother of five, questioned, "What will they say about what we did or didn't do?" This quote appeared in the New York Times article, "Forecast of Hopes and Fears," published on September 22, 2014.

101 Solutions to Global Climate Change by Guy Dauncey

In Peak Moment 26, author Guy Dauncey presents optimistic, actionable solutions for the Peak Oil and climate crisis. He emphasizes that a critical planetary energy transition is achievable through conservation, efficiency, proven technologies, and emerging innovations.

Dauncey, author of "Stormy Weather," offers practical strategies for immediate implementation. For more details on this segment, visit More information.

Vancouver's Co-operative Auto Network by Tracey Axelsson

Peak Moment 34 highlights North America's oldest and largest car-sharing cooperative, presented as a superb urban transport solution. Founder Tracey Axelsson shares insights into its operations.

She discusses key aspects including membership, online scheduling, vehicle types, usage costs, and preferred parking. This segment offers a comprehensive overview of the cooperative's structure and benefits.

For additional details, visit the Peak Moment website.

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection

“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind "AlphaGo," this documentary explores co-founder Demis Hassabis's lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence and the rigorous scientific journey from mastering strategy games to solving the 50-year-old protein folding problem.

Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival, "The Thinking Game" is now available to watch for free. For those interested in hosting a screening for a classroom, community, or workplace, visit: rocofilms.com/films/the-thinking-game/.

 

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection