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Empowering Communities Through Environmental Justice: Salvador Rico’s Inspiring Vision
In this impactful episode of the ESRAG Podcast, Salvador Rico shares his journey of advocating for environmental justice and fostering sustainable communities. As a passionate environmentalist and Rotarian, Salvador discusses the interconnectedness of social equity and environmental stewardship, shedding light on the urgent need for inclusive, community-driven solutions to address global climate challenges. Salvador’s work demonstrates the transformative power of grassroots initiatives, emphasizing the role of education, advocacy, and collaboration in creating meaningful change. He shares stories of projects that combine innovation with a deep understanding of local needs, highlighting the importance of empowering underserved communities to lead the way in environmental action. Listeners will be inspired by Salvador’s insights into building partnerships that prioritize equity, respect cultural values, and ensure sustainable development. His message is clear: addressing environmental...
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Flourishing Partnership with Trees that Feed Foundation
In her quest for climate solutions, Cathy Henry of the Rotary Club of St. Catharine’s South, Ontario, Canada, has connected a growing number of Rotary Clubs to the Trees that Feed Foundation (TTFF)TTFF plants fruit trees – mainly breadfruit – to feed people, create jobs, and benefit the environment in 20 countries.
ESRAG Booth A-Buzz with Joyful Activity
The welcome and great resources offered by ESRAG volunteers drew visitors like pollen for bees.
Scaling Biochar to Restore Soils
A Canadian Rotarian reports on field tests of biochar – a byproduct of pyrolysis to make low-carbon fuel – to rebuild severely depleted agricultural soils on Prince Edward Island.
ESRAG Funds Go Green
ESRAG’s Directors voted to move ESRAG’s funds to a green bank whose loans go towards accelerating clean energy development. This is part of our commitment to walk the talk on climate responsibility.
Let’s salute the ESRAG Volunteers at RICON 2023
By Dr. Patricia Armstrong, ESRAG Chair 2022-23 By all accounts, the Rotary International Convention (RICON 2023) in Melbourne, Australia was a wonderful success. Regrettably, I came down with Covid two days before the Convention began and so was only able to attend...
Environmental Action Summit Showcases Powerful Projects
Keynoted by Australian environmental experts Dr David Karoly and Chris Brace, this summit featured talks by seven Rotarians on an array of environmental initiatives, followed by a lively brainstorming discussion in small groups. Sixty six people attended.
Environment Global Grants Webinar
Dr. Mina Venkatamaran, Chair of ESRAG’s Projects Division, is offering this introductory webinar on how to develop an environmental global grant project.
Aur Beck Honored for Habitat for Humanity Solar Work
Aur Beck, Chair of ESRAG’s Renewable Energy Task Force, won the 2023 humanitarian award of the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners for catalyzing solar projects with Habitat for Humanity.
Dr Prakash Tata and RC Naperville Win Engineering Grand Prize
The innovative plastics recycling social enterprise designed by Rotarian Prakasam (Prakash) Tata, PhD has won the 2023 Grand Prize for Small Projects from the American Academy of Environmental Engineers and Scientists for the Rotary Club of Naperville, IL.
ESRAG by the Numbers
by Laurie Zuckerman, ESRAG Communications Chair Concerned about the Environment? Depending on your country, most polls show those concerns are increasing. Rotary is no exception as evidenced by the addition of the Environment to our areas of focus, grants supporting...
The Historic High Seas Treaty: How Rotarians Can Help it Succeed
This report on the historic 2023 High Seas Treaty explains the vital role of oceans in protecting the conditions we need to live, and calls on Rotarians to advocate and take action, with examples of Rotarians’ citizen science and wetlands remediation work in the Baltic region.
ESRAG Virtual Business Cards
Heading to RICON or other events? Why bother with wasteful paper business cards when you can use a virtual business card? It’s easy as 1-2-3 Fill out ESRAG Digital Business Card or https://forms.gle/ETfP4RqS7tYLGQZ39. We’ll send you a QR code. Print the QR at your...
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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