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A Legacy of Service: Mary Beth Growney Selene on Sustainability and Rotary’s Future
In this inspiring episode of the ESRAG Podcast, Mary Beth Growney Selene, a past Rotary International Director, shares her thoughts on Rotary's role in addressing pressing environmental challenges while staying true to its core mission of service. With decades of experience in leadership and a passion for sustainability, Mary Beth provides a unique perspective on how Rotarians can integrate environmental stewardship into their community and global initiatives. Mary Beth highlights how Rotary's Areas of Focus align with environmental sustainability, emphasizing the need for collaboration, education, and action to address the climate crisis. She also reflects on how Rotarians can create a ripple effect of change by engaging communities, empowering youth, and leveraging Rotary's global network to amplify impact. Listeners will gain actionable insights from Mary Beth’s stories of successful projects and partnerships that showcase the power of Rotary in driving sustainable solutions. Her...
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Transforming lives and land with Sand Dams
Rotarians are transforming lives and land in drought-stricken regions of East Africa by partnering with Sand Dams Worldwide
Consider your carbon ‘foodprint’
Interest in plant-based diets is growing, in large part, because of concerns about climate change, other environmental impacts, animal welfare, and health.By Michaela Haas Originally created and posted on the Rotary International website.Consider your carbon...
Rotarians fill huge need at Port Harcourt Airport
Rotarians fill huge need at Port Harcourt Airport by providing its first public lavatory for non-travelers.
COP28’s giant breakthrough on sustainability reporting
Learn about COP28’s giant breakthrough: institutions that manage $120 trillion committed to embedding sustainability in their financial decisions. Rotaractor Rob Sisson reports on the significance of the new International Sustainability Standards and the February 2024 IRFS Sustainability Forum.
January webinars showcase agri, conservation, and pollution solutions
ESRAG’s January webinars showcase agri, conservation, and pollution solutions. Join us for exciting speakers and conversation with Rotarians worldwide.
Rotary scales up sanitation
As Rotary scales up sanitation, WASH advocates challenge Rotarians to tackle poverty with vision and daring. Partnerships will be vital.
Seven 2024 Pollution Solution Resolutions
Choose your 2024 Pollution Solution Resolution: adopt plant-rich diet, reduce food waste, buy solar panels and second-hand goods, and offset your air travel!
How Rotary’s Environment Area of Focus is evolving
Keith Madden, The Rotary Foundation Manager for the Environment, explains how Rotary’s environment area of focus is evolving and how to develop a successful Rotary Global Grant proposal.
Central American Rotarians unite to save Rio Motagua
Central American Rotarians unite to save the Rio Motagua by organizing a coalition to capture and divert the massive solid waste pollution it carries to the Caribbean.
ESRAG Project Fair in Sarasota in January
Join Rotarians from North America and the Caribbean at the ESRAG Project Fair in Sarasota in January! Discover projects through talks and field trips, showcase yours, and learn about funding.
Celebrate the holidays with planet friendly recipes
Here’s how you can celebrate the holidays with planet friendly recipes, plus five easy ways to be a climate champion through your food choices.
Yale maps climate views around the world
Rotarians: consult Yale’s data on climate views around the world as a resource for your climate advocacy. Yale’s free course on climate communication fits US audiences.
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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