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Aligning Profit with the Planet: The Future of Nature Finance
By Rob Sisson Nature finance has long been a difficult conversation. On one hand, the need for investment in nature is clear—without it, we face significant consequences. For example, the UK could lose 12% of its GDP due to nature degradation (1). But on the other hand, the big question remains: who will pay for its restoration? We could point fingers and say, “That group should!” or “No, it’s those people!” While blame-shifting may feel justified, it wastes time and energy on arguments rather than solutions. Plus, does forcing someone to act out of reluctance lead to success? It doesn’t build stronger partnerships; by Rotary’s standards, that’s not an effective long-term strategy. Instead, we should focus on making nature and biodiversity relevant to business. Yes, that means bringing the often-controversial topic of money into the conversation. I know, I know—profit and money are often seen as the enemy (and there are valid reasons for this perspective) (2,3). But we also live in a...
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When a loss becomes inspiration
What can be more life-impactful than being on your mother’s lap many times before bed and seeing her cry for the loss of your older sister? That image, along with all the stories of how she got sick with Polio after swimming and playing in the polluted Ameca River in...
Help lithium-ion battery recycling sweep the US
by Ariel Miller, ESRAG Newsletter Editor Join the Nationwide Recycling Effort and Boost Sustainability American Clubs have an unprecedented opportunity to accelerate the recovery of lithium, cobalt, copper, and nickel from the lithium-ion batteries that consumers...
Empowering Green Schools: Students Pioneering a Sustainable Society
By PDG Jeff Smith, Brian Braginton-Smith, and Tina Nilsen-Hodges Could Green Schools Be the Key to Unlocking Green Careers? How we educate our children - including preparing them for green careers - is crucial to a sustainable future for our planet. A genius in...
Ignite hope: share ESRAG’s podcast!
By Ilya "The Admiral" Shcharbitski, Rotaract Club of Scheveningen Launching the ESRAG Podcast At the end of 2022, after doing a lot of social media work for COP26 in Glasgow, I thought we needed more media channels to reach Rotarians and to inspire them with what...
Inspiring and teaching your community to embrace Zero-Waste events
By Kris Cameron, ESRAG Plant-Rich Diet Task Force, Amelie Catheline, ESRAG Food Waste Task Force, and Tami Mulcahy, ESRAG Plastic Solutions Task Force Towards Zero-Waste events No matter what you call it - near zero waste, towards zero waste, or something else - any...
Be A Hero, Go Net Zero: Targeted Actions for a Better Future!
by Chris Davies, Co-Chair, ESRAG Great Britain & Ireland Chapter (GBI) Rotarians Taking Action for a Sustainable Future I am writing to invite you to become part of the ESRAG initiative Be a Hero, Go Net Zero, or "BAHGNZ" (pronounced Baggins for ease). The Great...
Part-Time Task Force Coordinator Opening
Join Our Team: Part-Time Task Force Coordinator for the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a positive impact on the world? Would you enjoy assisting in the management of ESRAG’s Task Forces? ...
ESRAG Marketing Program Director
Join Our Team: Marketing Program Director for the Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a positive impact on the world? Would you enjoy: Helping teams who are equally passionate about the environment...
Million Solar Panel Challenge shines at RICON ’24
by Elizabeth Henke, MD, Chair, ESRAG Habitat Solar Initiative Rotarians Embrace Solar Energy with ESRAG’s Million Solar Panels Challenge at RICON 2024 Our exciting conversations with a multitude of people at the Rotary International Convention (RICON) in Singapore...
Central American Rotaractors forge friendships and environmental collaboration
By Joshua Céspedes Campos, President, 2023-25, Cartago Rotaract Club, Costa Rica Rotaract as a catalyst for environmental collaboration In a world where people come together and take action to protect the environment for a sustainable future, collaboration between...
ESRAG booth a-buzz with inspiring fellowship and discovery
by Barb Sheehan, ESRAG Oceania Chapter ESRAG booth at RICON '24 It was with much anticipation that l arrived in Singapore a couple of days before RICON, carrying posters for the ESRAG booth that had been displayed in Melbourne the year before. When Melbourne RICON...
Teaching Upcycling: Transform Waste into Profitable Income
by Rtn Rajendrakumar V Saraf, Rotary Cadre of Advisors for the Environment Teaching Upcycling: Elevating Waste to Wealth and Sustainability Upcycling increases the original object’s value by transforming by-products, waste materials, worn-out, or unwanted products...
ESRAG Podcast: Climate Conversations
Welcome to the ESRAG Podcast, your go-to source for all things related to the Environment and Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG). Join us as we explore innovative solutions, inspiring stories, and actionable insights from Rotarians and experts dedicated to creating a sustainable future. Each episode delves into topics such as climate change, renewable energy, biodiversity, and community-driven environmental initiatives. Whether you’re a seasoned environmental advocate or new to the field, our podcast offers valuable information and motivation to help you make a positive impact. Tune in and be part of the global movement for a greener, healthier planet with ESRAG.
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