The invitation below says it all, but some background first: Register Here Join this two-session workshop and learn how to inspire people to freely and joyfully move to living more sustainably so they thank you. Read the pledges of the people I influenced and ask: Do they sound like they’re depriving themselves or sacrificing? Most people expect talking sustainability is a drag, not inspiring. So how do I lead people[…] Keep reading →

Come to my third annual cooking workshop at the wonderful Drew Gardens in the Bronx THIS SATURDAY. My mom will attend to share about organizing food coops. Click for all the logistics: Everyday Choices, Big Impact: The Power of Sustainable Living Drew Gardens is one of New York City’s great gems. I love it there. You will too, along with my famous no-packaging vegan solar-powered stew. About the Event: Are[…] Keep reading →

If no one is changing culture in your world, it’s your opportunity to fill the leadership vacuum. Find out how and what dangers to avoid from leaders who have changed cultures before. How to Develop a Sustainability Leadership Culture in Your Organization Click to register now! About the Event: Many companies are making strides toward goals for greening their businesses but need to find ways to maintain the momentum now[…] Keep reading →

I’ll help man the table for The Carbon Almanac in Union Square, Manhattan tomorrow. Podcast guest Seth Godin started The Carbon Almanac and I’ve participated in the community, including appearing on its podcast. I plan to bring my solar kit for anyone interested in seeing how I make it work. I’ll help set up before noon, then have to step away to run my sustainability leadership mastermind group for a[…] Keep reading →

Yesterday morning I packed up a lot of stuff: my pressure cooker, solar panels, battery, and enough food for a bunch of people, and took the subway to the Bronx to give a workshop. Maybe fifty pounds total, but worth it. Drew Garden, in particular, one of my favorite spots in New York City, partly for its beauty, partly for the people who make it happen. Often when I talk[…] Keep reading →

Climate Change and the Military/Industrial/Consumerist Complex I received this invitation from a friend who helps lead the local Sierra Club chapter who didn’t know J. B. was a guest on This Sustainable Life and that I loved his work. I registered and hope to see you there. Scroll to the bottom of this post to see the video essays I did about his book The Once and Future World. I[…] Keep reading →

Join This Sustainable Life for a free online screening (at your convenience starting October 19) and panel discussion of The Story of Plastic Thursday, October 22, at 7pm ET. (Note: the Leadership and the Environment team is about to rebrand as This Sustainable Life. This event debuts the new logo and name!) Join This Sustainable Life for a free online screening (at your convenience starting October 19) and panel discussion[…] Keep reading →

You’ve heard of my famous no-packaging vegetable stews and that I take over a year to fill a load of trash. Read the reviews. Now see how to do it online! Plant Powered Metro New York is hosting this free online event. October 1, 2020, 6pm-7pm Eastern Click here to register. I’ve cooked for over fifty people with nothing to throw away or recycle after. I led a cooking demonstration[…] Keep reading →

As you probably know, I pick up at least a piece of litter every day from the ground and put it in a trash can. I’m not reducing the amount of trash, but at least saving some from reaching the ocean. More importantly, I’m developing skills, experiences, and beliefs about changing culture around trash. Since restaurants and bars started serving outdoors on mostly single-use plastic, the amount of litter has[…] Keep reading →