The climate crisis, fueled by fossil fuels, is rapidly becoming a significant human health threat. Yet, there's optimism: people, businesses, and communities worldwide are taking action to build a

The climate crisis, fueled by fossil fuels, is rapidly becoming a significant human health threat. Yet, there's optimism: people, businesses, and communities worldwide are taking action to build a healthier future for everyone. Learn more at climaterealityproject.org.

In South Australia, entrepreneur Mike Cannon-Brooks tackled life-threatening power blackouts. He understood clean energy offered a solution, and his impactful initiative began with a single tweet.

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his talk, he explains how environmental and man-made factors create "disparity by design" in places like East Palo Alto and East Jerusalem, offering elegant solutions.

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Stephen, 22, from Pennsylvania, is co-founder and National Field Director of Sunrise Movement. This organization mobilizes young people nationwide to combat the influence of fossil fuel executives

Stephen, 22, from Pennsylvania, is co-founder and National Field Director of Sunrise Movement. This organization mobilizes young people nationwide to combat the influence of fossil fuel executives and lobbyists, empowering them to elect leaders who will address climate change and create green jobs.

He organized the 'Sunrise Semester,' a fellowship program that engaged 70 young people in five key states for the 2018 elections. This initiative combined campaigning for progressive candidates with direct action to expose fossil fuel money. Stephen's organizing journey began at Swarthmore College, where he led a widely publicized fossil fuel divestment campaign.

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact of tourism on local communities.