The Energy Innovation Act is projected to save 4.5 million American lives over 50 years by reducing pollution. Dr. Susan Pacheco and Dr. Lori Byron will discuss the health community's growing

The Energy Innovation Act is projected to save 4.5 million American lives over 50 years by reducing pollution. Dr. Susan Pacheco and Dr. Lori Byron will discuss the health community's growing support for a carbon price.

Dr. Pacheco, a Professor of Pediatrics and expert in climate change and children's health, brings insights from her work with the AAP and AAAAI. Dr. Byron, a pediatrician and CCL Health Action Team Co-leader, has extensive experience in pediatric climate advocacy and energy policy, including her role on the EPA's Children's Health Advisory Committee.

Associated presentation slides: Climate Change and Health: The Price of Carbon

Published December 13, 2013, this video features an introduction by Lisa Emilia Svensson, Ambassador for Ocean, Seas, and Fresh Water. It covers a two-day seminar hosted by the Swedish Ministry of

Published December 13, 2013, this video features an introduction by Lisa Emilia Svensson, Ambassador for Ocean, Seas, and Fresh Water. It covers a two-day seminar hosted by the Swedish Ministry of the Environment, the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management, and the Embassy of Sweden, in partnership with Duke University's Nicholas Institute, SIWI, and UNDP. The seminar emphasized the critical need for a collective voice on ocean issues.

Interviews include: Pawan Patil (World Bank, Global Partnership for Oceans), Lynn Scarlett (The Nature Conservancy), Kemi-Ann Joes (U.S. State Department), Claes Berglund (Stena AB), and Ghislaine Maxwell (TerraMar).

This panel discussion, presented on November 4, 2005, and published April 9, 2015, examines Portland's evolving approach to homelessness. It contrasts Mayor Bud Clark's 1985 "12-Point Plan" with

This panel discussion, presented on November 4, 2005, and published April 9, 2015, examines Portland's evolving approach to homelessness. It contrasts Mayor Bud Clark's 1985 "12-Point Plan" with the city's 2005 "10-Year Plan to End Homelessness," questioning how strategies have changed and why new outcomes are anticipated.

Moderated by Gretchen Kafoury (former city commissioner and Portland State University faculty), the panel featured three key community leaders. Erik Sten, City Commissioner, discussed the city's program. Genevieve Nelson, co-founder of Sisters of The Road, shared insights from a survey of 400 homeless individuals. Lisa Schroeder, a business owner and co-chair of the Downtown Retail Council, provided the downtown business perspective.

Environmental Justice focuses on communities disproportionately impacted by pollution. When building relationships with Environmental Justice organizers, it's crucial for CCLers to understand

Environmental Justice focuses on communities disproportionately impacted by pollution. When building relationships with Environmental Justice organizers, it's crucial for CCLers to understand historical injustices, move at the speed of trust, and engage with humility and respect.

Join Climate & Environmental Justice Action Team Leaders Debbie Chang and Lisa Danz for a session providing background on the EJ movement and strategies for effective collaboration.

Further resources include the CCL Community Training Page, Presentation Slides, and Making the Connection.

COVID-19 has profoundly impacted our food system, causing outbreaks in food markets and plants, increasing food insecurity, and straining supply chains for farmers. Meanwhile, food banks have seen

COVID-19 has profoundly impacted our food system, causing outbreaks in food markets and plants, increasing food insecurity, and straining supply chains for farmers. Meanwhile, food banks have seen a surge in demand, highlighting critical vulnerabilities.

Explore these challenges and their implications for agriculture, food supply, and diets in a conversation with Lisa Held, senior reporter at Civil Eats, and Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.

For more information or to support, visit www.commonwealthclub.org/covid19support. Subscribe for more videos here.

Debra Haaland was confirmed as U.S. Interior Secretary on March 15, 2021, making her the first Native American Cabinet secretary. She will oversee energy and climate policy on millions of acres of

Debra Haaland was confirmed as U.S. Interior Secretary on March 15, 2021, making her the first Native American Cabinet secretary. She will oversee energy and climate policy on millions of acres of public land, alongside the Bureau of Indian Affairs.

PBS Newhour explored the significance of her appointment for Native Americans, featuring a discussion with Timothy Nuvangyaoma, chairman of the Hopi Tribe in Arizona.

A plenary panel at the BSR Conference 2016 focused on climate action and politics in the United States.

The discussion featured New York Times Reporter David Gelles, BSR Managing Director

A plenary panel at the BSR Conference 2016 focused on climate action and politics in the United States.

The discussion featured New York Times Reporter David Gelles, BSR Managing Director Edward Cameron, ClimateWire Editor-in-Chief Lisa Friedman, and Todd Stern, former U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change and Yale lecturer.

Join CCL Education & Engagement Director Brett Cease and CCL Michigan Liaisons Coordinator Lisa DelBuono, MD, for a training on Climate Interactive's En-ROADS climate policy simulator, built with

Join CCL Education & Engagement Director Brett Cease and CCL Michigan Liaisons Coordinator Lisa DelBuono, MD, for a training on Climate Interactive's En-ROADS climate policy simulator, built with MIT Sloan. This session will review the tool's background, details, and how to host your own simulation events.

Lisa demonstrates sample presentations exploring carbon pricing (e.g., Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act) and other climate strategies. Examples for progressive (video) and conservative (video) audiences highlight impacts on energy, land use, and agriculture.

Access presentation slides (cclusa.org/enroads-update), the En-ROADS Simulator (en-roads.org), and further training (learn.climateinteractive.org). Share your experiences on CCL Community’s Forums (community.citizensclimate.org/forums).

Slavery is fundamentally about commerce. Acclaimed humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine specializes in capturing images of remote

Slavery is fundamentally about commerce. Acclaimed humanitarian photographer Lisa Kristine specializes in capturing images of remote indigenous peoples, known for her evocative and saturated use of color.

Kristine collaborates with international humanitarian organizations, presenting her work to inspire discussions on human rights and social change. This content was recorded at TEDxMaui 2012 on January 22, 2012, at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.