Daniel Burrus
MAY 8, 2019
Legacy technology is like that old pair of jeans you wore as a teenager. “They are comfortable” was always your answer to any inquiry. Move that anecdote onto a larger stage and you have a fairly accurate picture of why many organizations hold on to legacy technology—tools that are long outdated: comfort. In a world of exponential change, legacy technology is trouble.
The Sustainability Institute
MAY 8, 2019
To balance out the grid… The post Need One More Article appeared first on The Sustainability Institute.
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Sustainable Development Network
MAY 6, 2019
In the context of the Nature Map project , the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) , in collaboration with SDSN and the UN Environment World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) , has launched two citizen-science campaigns. Human Impact on Forests Campaign The Geo-Wiki team at IIASA is pleased to announce their new citizen science Human Impact on Forests Campaign that launched on April 25 th.
TEDxInnovations
MAY 9, 2019
The global fertility rate, or the number of children per woman, has halved over the last 50 years. What will having fewer babies mean for the future of humanity? In this funny, eye-opening talk, journalist (and self-described exhausted dad) Wajahat Ali examines how the current trend could lead to unexpected problems -- and shares why he believes we need to make it easier for people to have babies.
Speaker: Andrew Skoog, Founder of MachinistX & President of Hexis Representatives
Manufacturing is evolving, and the right technology can empower—not replace—your workforce. Smart automation and AI-driven software are revolutionizing decision-making, optimizing processes, and improving efficiency. But how do you implement these tools with confidence and ensure they complement human expertise rather than override it? Join industry expert Andrew Skoog as he explores how manufacturers can leverage automation to enhance operations, streamline workflows, and make smarter, data-dri
Ryan Baker
MAY 6, 2019
We need housing to be affordable, but how best to do it? If you're thinking about this, you might be interested in this. Bottom-line: Build more housing, ignore rent control. How do you build more housing though? Besides avoiding rent control, and using public money to build housing, how else can you build more housing? Bring down permitting/planning costs.
The Sustainability Institute
MAY 8, 2019
The Sustainability Institute gets awarded multi-year funding from two national foundations to work on climate adaptation… The post SI Receives Two National Awards appeared first on The Sustainability Institute.
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The Sustainability Institute
MAY 8, 2019
The Sustainability Institute receives a $50,000 planning grant from Sisters of Charity Foundation of SC… The post Sisters of Charity Foundation Grant appeared first on The Sustainability Institute.
The Sustainability Institute
MAY 8, 2019
The Sustainability Institute finishes efficiency upgrades at Trident Worldwide Ministries… The post Trident Worldwide Ministries Upgrades appeared first on The Sustainability Institute.
The Sustainability Institute
MAY 8, 2019
The Sustainability Institute begins a new AmeriCorps training program in April… The post New AmeriCorps Training Program appeared first on The Sustainability Institute.
TEDxInnovations
MAY 8, 2019
What should modern leadership look like? Entrepreneur and former Icelandic presidential candidate Halla Tómasdóttir thinks global leaders need to change their ways -- or risk becoming irrelevant. In a conversation with curator Bryn Freedman, she shows how anybody can step up and make a difference, even if you don't yet have power. "There's a leader inside every single one of us," she says, "and our most important work in life is to release that leader.
Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions
In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene
TEDxInnovations
MAY 7, 2019
Civic evangelist Eric Liu shares a powerful way to rekindle the spirit of citizenship and the belief that democracy still works. Join him for a trip to "Civic Saturday" and learn more about how making civic engagement a weekly habit can help build communities based on shared values and a path to belonging. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward?
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