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What Can One Club or District Do? Inspiring Pollinator Projects from Rotarians Worldwide
By Chris Stein, Chair of ESRAG’s Pollinator Task Force On my daily walk through the St. Paul skyways (Minnesota, USA), I pass one of those “Pass It On” signs. One in particular features Nelson Mandela with the quote: “What can one person do?” As a Rotarian—and as Chair of ESRAG’s Pollinator Task Force—it always makes me think, “What can one club or district do to help pollinators?” As many Rotarians now know, pollinator decline is a critical global environmental issue. Over 85% of plants on the planet require insect pollination for reproductive success, yet pollinators have declined by more than 40% in just the past fifty years. If this trend continues, we must all ask ourselves: What kind of world are we leaving for our children? Here’s what just four Rotarians—with the support of their incredible teams—have done to tackle this challenge: In Minnesota, USA (District 5960) Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula of the Fridley/Columbia Heights Rotary Club launched Operation Pollination projects...
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How Global Leadership Could Potentially Advance Environmental Action
By Rob Sisson In economics, surprising results can occur when shifts are made. For instance, raising prices doesn’t always increase income—sometimes the opposite happens. Similarly, when world leaders make unexpected choices, the outcomes can have surprising and...
From Freon to Lithium: Clari Nolet’s Mission to Revolutionize Rotary’s Environmental Impact
In the latest ESRAG podcast, Clari Nolet shares her inspiring story of spearheading innovative environmental initiatives, transforming Rotary's reach into new frontiers of sustainability. As a visionary leader in waste management, Clari led the Freon Initiative,...
Innovative Waste Solutions: A Village’s Journey Towards Sustainability
By: Dr.Bindu Shirsath, ESRAG SA Correspondent What can be done when people resort to dumping or burning waste material close to where they live, practices that harm public health, local economies, and the environment? In the small village of Jahaj, Gujarat, India, a...
Beginner’s Guide to More Sustainable Festive Season
by Martina Lastikova As we reflect upon 2024, let’s look forward to a Greener, Sustainable Festive season. Believe it or not, Brits want to adopt a more eco-friendly lifestyle with 64% of British consumers willing to pay up to 10% more for sustainable packaged foods...
Hope and Sustainability: Solar-Powered Agriculture for a Safer Future in Nepal
By Robin Singer, Rotary Club of Falmouth, Cape Cod A chicken and egg facility supporting sustainable agriculture within a human trafficking prevention program will be breaking ground this year in a Himalayan village. The facility will be built and operated by Anjali...
Building Climate-Friendly Communities: A Deep Dive with Ludwig Kalthoff
In this ESRAG podcast episode, Ludwig Kalthoff, a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability, explores how Rotary clubs can take the lead in creating climate-friendly communities. Kalthoff highlights the power of local actions to drive global change,...
RICON, the low carbon, cash, and COVID way Participating in RICON from home
Working for a low-carbon, low-pollution world by Laurie Zuckerman Did you embrace RICON in 2020 and 2021 because you could connect with Rotary friends from around the world, broaden your perspective, and avoid the three big C’s: Cash, Carbon, and COVID? Two things are...
Join our Team: Part-Time Database Assistant
Are you passionate about the environment and eager to make a positive impact? Would you enjoy collaborating with a dedicated team to: Gather and analyze data on impactful environmental projects? Use this data to inspire and educate others to implement similar...
Fueling Our Future: The importance of clean energy inside and out
ESRAG’s Renewable Energy Task Force strives to contribute to a global shift toward meeting our growing energy needs without the harmful environmental and climatic side effects of using fossil fuels. Clean energy projects like Habitat Solar and The Million Solar Panel...
A Healthy Health Centre – Innovative Sustainable Design in Action
by Jacob Rodenburg, Executive Director Camp Kawartha Thanks to a generous Centennial Grant from the Rotary Club of Peterborough Ontario, Camp Kawartha – an award-winning, not-for-profit charity – recently constructed an innovative sustainable Negative Carbon Health...
Empowering Communities for Climate Action: A Conversation with Yasar Atacik
In this episode of the ESRAG Podcast, Yasar Atacik, a seasoned environmental advocate and active Rotary member, shares his journey of driving impactful climate action through the Rotary network. Atacik discusses the importance of local initiatives in addressing global...
COP 29 Priorities and How ESRAG is Leading the Charge on Climate Action
As COP 29 convenes global leaders, scientists, and activists in pursuit of urgent climate solutions, Rotary International's Environmental Sustainability Rotary Action Group (ESRAG) is actively contributing to these critical objectives. COP 2024 is not just a summit;...
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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