Garry Bowen discussed sustainability with Michael. For more information, visit Garry Bowen's LinkedIn

Garry Bowen discussed sustainability with Michael. For more information, visit Garry Bowen's LinkedIn profile.

This discussion was published on February 8, 2013.

"Billion Dollar Crop," a 1994 Australian documentary,

"Billion Dollar Crop," a 1994 Australian documentary, explores the history, diverse uses, and future of cannabis, focusing on the versatile and potentially revolutionary plant's potential.

The film highlights how recently developed, non-drug hemp varieties are being researched and cultivated globally for their versatile qualities and environmental benefits. It showcases hemp as an industrial fiber, offering alternatives to wood for paper, cotton for clothes, and plywood for construction, thereby benefiting forests and topsoil.

Produced with Michael Cordell and Jeffrey Bruer, and directed by Barbara Ann Chobocky, the DVD is available from Bull Frog Films.

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent

Portland is experiencing an unprecedented architectural boom, impacting citizens across many neighborhoods. While the city's Design Review process evaluates new buildings, its most stringent oversight applies only to downtown and a few inner districts.

A panel will explore how Design Review functions, its effectiveness, and potential expansion city-wide. Experts Michael McCullouch, Guenevere Millius, and John Russell will share insights, with Randy Gragg moderating the discussion.

Tim Wu, the scholar who coined "net neutrality," examines how big tech platforms have reshaped our economy. In his latest book, *The Age of Extraction*, Wu argues that the internet, once seen as a

Tim Wu, the scholar who coined "net neutrality," examines how big tech platforms have reshaped our economy. In his latest book, *The Age of Extraction*, Wu argues that the internet, once seen as a source of widespread wealth and democracy, has instead created new economic classes and fostered autocracy. He proposes solutions to harness technology for the greater good and build a more balanced economy.

Join Tim Wu, author of *The Age of Extraction*, and journalist Laura Sydell on November 10, 2025, to discuss reclaiming economic control. This program is supported by the Ken & Jaclyn Broad Family Fund and partnered with the Center for Humane Technology.

Michael Kaiser of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has launched the Arts in Crisis Initiative. This program calls upon individuals and organizations to offer their skills and

Michael Kaiser of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts has launched the Arts in Crisis Initiative. This program calls upon individuals and organizations to offer their skills and expertise to arts professionals and organizations struggling during the current economic crisis.

The Center plans to match arts managers in need with the expertise of professionals both at the Kennedy Center and across the nation, providing vital support for survival.

The Biomimicry Institute hosted architect Michael Pawlyn, who explored how biomimicry can help build a truly life-friendly world. Pawlyn emphasized biomimicry as a framework for transformative

The Biomimicry Institute hosted architect Michael Pawlyn, who explored how biomimicry can help build a truly life-friendly world. Pawlyn emphasized biomimicry as a framework for transformative systems change, aligning human activity with nature's life-supporting conditions.

His vision, from circular resource flows to regenerative architecture, inspires new possibilities for design, creation, and collaboration, guiding us toward a flourishing future.

Learn more about biomimicry and connect: biomimicry.org | asknature.org | Community | Learning | Instagram | LinkedIn

Humans harbor many secrets. On average, individuals maintain 13 different secrets at any given time, chosen from 38 distinct categories.

Michael Slepian explores how the burden of these

Humans harbor many secrets. On average, individuals maintain 13 different secrets at any given time, chosen from 38 distinct categories.

Michael Slepian explores how the burden of these hidden thoughts can significantly impact one's health.

Technology helped the world survive COVID-19. Can it similarly tackle climate change? Climate tech offers breakthroughs, from AI-powered weather mapping to carbon-gobbling algae, suggesting

Technology helped the world survive COVID-19. Can it similarly tackle climate change? Climate tech offers breakthroughs, from AI-powered weather mapping to carbon-gobbling algae, suggesting immense potential.

However, is the tech sector poised for success, or will post-pandemic economic challenges hinder startup financing? Join Saul Griffith (Otherlab), Valerie Shen (G2VP), and Michael Wilshire (BloombergNEF) for a conversation exploring these critical questions.

For more information, upcoming events, or to support the Commonwealth Club, visit their website, YouTube channel, or connect via Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. You can also find events, become a member, or donate.

Join Dr. Michael Mann, Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science at Penn State, and Science Policy Network leader Dana Nuccitelli for the next Ask Me Anything (AMA). They will answer climate

Join Dr. Michael Mann, Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science at Penn State, and Science Policy Network leader Dana Nuccitelli for the next Ask Me Anything (AMA). They will answer climate science questions from CCL volunteers.

Dr. Mann, director of the Penn State Earth System Science Center (ESSC) and keynote for CCL's 2016 International Conference, is author of *The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back our Planet*. Learn more about [Dr. Mann](https://michaelmann.net/).

Explore [CCL's Science Policy Network](https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/1773), [Climate Science Basics](https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/climate-change-science/basics), or [join CCL](https://cclusa.org/join). You can also watch [Dr. Mann's 2016 Keynote](https://youtu.be/IX-65c1DPzg).

Join Dr. Michael Mann, Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science at Penn State, and Science Policy Network leader Dana Nuccitelli for an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. They will answer

Join Dr. Michael Mann, Distinguished Professor of Atmospheric Science at Penn State, and Science Policy Network leader Dana Nuccitelli for an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session. They will answer climate science questions from CCL volunteers. Dr. Mann, director of the Penn State Earth System Science Center (ESSC) and author of *The New Climate War*, was also a keynote speaker for CCL's 2016 International Conference.

For more details, visit Dr. Mann's website: [michaelmann.net](https://michaelmann.net/). Learn about CCL's Science Policy Network: [community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/1773](https://community.citizensclimate.org/groups/home/1773), or explore Climate Science Basics: [community.citizensclimate.org/topics/climate-change-science/basics](https://community.citizensclimate.org/topics/climate-change-science/basics). To join CCL, visit: [cclusa.org/join](https://cclusa.org/join).