Sep 30th, 2008 · The financial crisis is going to have an effect on many organizations that are not interested in making any money. Nonprofits rely on corporate donations and interest income from their endowments for special programs, operational support and long-term sustainability.
Jun 27th, 2008 · The Democratic convention in Denver is aiming to reuse, recycle, or compost at least 85 percent of all waste generated. Andrea Robinson, director of sustainability and greening for the Democratic National Convention, talks about the challenges.
Jun 23rd, 2008 · The Senate is looking to cut more than $500 million from the Bush administration's key foreign aid program, the Millennium Challenge Corp. The program promotes long-term growth and economic sustainability by doling out money to nations that have met certain political, social and developmental benchmarks. Critics say such deep cuts to the program would be deadly.
May 5th, 2008 · In the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi sits on nearly 10 percent of the world's oil reserves. So it may be surprising to hear that climate leaders there have launched a major initiative in sustainability. Masdar, a demonstration city of 50,000 inhabitants, will have a zero carbon footprint.
Jun 1st, 2007 · In a new performance, a biologist and an actress bring their message of conservation to the stage. Weaving poetry with scientific prose, Seachange links humanity's survival to the health of the planet. The play asks audience members to re-examine their place in nature and their responsibility to the Earth.
May 23rd, 2006 · The U.S. is exploring different diplomatic and military routes -- outside of the U.N. -- for dealing with Iran. Gary Samore, vice president of global security and sustainability at the MacArthur Foundation, talks with Renee Montagne about the options.