The Oregon Values & Beliefs Study, conducted every decade by DHM Research, presents its latest findings. This year's study was sponsored by

The Oregon Values & Beliefs Study, conducted every decade by DHM Research, presents its latest findings. This year's study was sponsored by the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon Public Broadcasting, Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), and Oregon State University.

Join Adam Davis, founder of DHM Research, and Dr. John McConnell from OHSU's Center for Health Systems Effectiveness, with Think Out Loud host Dave Miller. They will discuss how Oregonians value education, healthcare, the environment, and other key issues. Davis brings over 30 years of public opinion research expertise, while Dr. McConnell is a distinguished health economist.

"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental

"Built to Last" won first place in The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU 17) video contest. This short film explores the connection between New Urbanism and environmental issues.

Independent filmmaker John Paget (www.pagetfilms.com) created the film in collaboration with First+Main Media (Drew Ward, Chris Elisara, and John Paget). More information is available at www.firstandmain.tv.

Biofertilizers, which use living soil microbes to enhance plant growth, face a challenge: delicate bacteria often die on the shelf before application. Inspired by resilient tardigrades and

Biofertilizers, which use living soil microbes to enhance plant growth, face a challenge: delicate bacteria often die on the shelf before application. Inspired by resilient tardigrades and silkworm silk, Ivu Biologics developed a biodegradable seed coating. This innovation extends microbe shelf-life, boosting crop yields, restoring soil health, and reducing the need for conventional fertilizers and pesticides.

Ivu Biologics was a finalist for the 2022 Ray of Hope Prize. The Ray of Hope Accelerator (formerly Prize), created in honor of Ray C. Anderson, supports nature-inspired solutions for environmental and sustainability challenges. This program fosters innovative startups like Ivu Biologics, contributing to a sustainable and resilient world.

Strong climate policy, similar to the Energy Innovation Act, offers substantial economic benefits to rural American communities. It would dramatically expand wind and solar energy, creating jobs

Strong climate policy, similar to the Energy Innovation Act, offers substantial economic benefits to rural American communities. It would dramatically expand wind and solar energy, creating jobs and bringing revenue to areas in need. Notably, over 80% of these financial benefits are projected to flow to Republican-held districts. Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) has developed district-specific research and summary handouts detailing these direct annual revenues.

Join CCL Research Coordinator Jerry Hinkle for a training on this analysis, which synthesizes reports from RMI and UPenn, demonstrating significant rural economic development opportunities from renewable energy. Access further resources, including the Rural Economic Benefits of Climate Policy Resource Page, an Interactive Map, and Presentation Slides.

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering

Join CCL's Marketing Director Lesley Beatty for a training on effectively communicating the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act (EICDA). This session emphasizes focus and resonance, offering key messaging strategies tailored for various audiences and guiding you to essential supporting resources.

The training covers four core EICDA messages, expanded messaging, supporting graphics and videos, and CCL's support for carbon pricing. Find presentation slides here: cclusa.org/messaging. Access the full training page: community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/378, and learn more about carbon pricing: citizensclimatelobby.org/price-on-carbon/.

Dr. Quinton's talk, "Dinosaurs, Asteroids, and Climate Change," explores the connections between climate change, asteroid impacts, and dinosaur extinction. She discusses predictions regarding how

Dr. Quinton's talk, "Dinosaurs, Asteroids, and Climate Change," explores the connections between climate change, asteroid impacts, and dinosaur extinction. She discusses predictions regarding how an asteroid alters Earth's climate, emphasizing that these have not been empirically tested and thus require a creative experimental approach.

Page Quinton is an Assistant Professor of Geology, teaching courses such as Principles of Paleontology, Geochemistry, and Climate Change: Past and Present. This presentation was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on

Lesley John Jumbo argues that forests are living, communicating systems humanity has failed to understand. He challenges conventional views of deforestation, highlighting its profound impact on ecosystems, climate, and human survival. Jumbo introduces Reforest AI as a technological solution to help us better comprehend nature, fostering collaboration rather than control. His message urges a critical shift in perspective: recognizing forests as vital partners for our future and questioning if we are finally ready to listen.

An Embedded Systems Engineer, Lesley John Jumbo founded ReforestAI, an AI hardware solution combating deforestation and climate change. His work, rooted in robotics and IoT, focuses on deploying impactful technologies that address urgent environmental challenges. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

John Wick and the Marin Carbon Project are pioneering carbon farming, a practice that

John Wick and the Marin Carbon Project are pioneering carbon farming, a practice that sequesters atmospheric carbon in soil. This research-backed approach enhances soil fertility, increases crop yields, and makes farms more resilient to drought. Adopted globally, carbon farming offers a powerful solution to the climate crisis.

Learn more about carbon farming at Bioneers.

John Fullerton, founder of the Capital Institute, transitioned from Wall Street to become a sustainability advocate. Influenced by E.F. Schumacher's

John Fullerton, founder of the Capital Institute, transitioned from Wall Street to become a sustainability advocate. Influenced by E.F. Schumacher's "Small is Beautiful," he collaborated with Allan Savory, founder of Holistic Management, to restore grasslands and return carbon to the soil. This work was highlighted in an October 2010 interview.

The Capital Institute seeks to harness capital for a just, resilient, and sustainable economic system. The Savory Institute restores global grasslands through Holistic Management. The Schumacher Society, founded in 1980, promotes strong local economies linking people, land, and community.