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After a powerful series of conversations recorded at the EarthX Conference in Dallas, Texas, Forces for Nature host, Crystal DiMiceli, is taking this moment to pause, reflect, and share what she's carrying forward as the season ends.

In this solo episode, she talks about the common themes that emerged across the EarthX series, the value of having all stakeholders in the room—even those we may not always agree with—and why it’s okay to hold complexity in this moment. She also offers some gentle questions to help you stay grounded and engaged as we face both political and environmental challenges alongside a sneak peak as to what she will be up to in the coming months.

EarthX is more than just a conference—it’s a space for unlikely alliances, which leads to real, on-the-ground hope. If you're intrigued to check out the conference for yourself, go to https://earthx.org/

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Welcome to another episode of the EarthX Conference series!

When you think of ocean conservation, coral reefs likely come to mind. But what if the real unsung hero of the sea is something far less glamorous—and far more vital? Filmmaker Adam Hussain brings us into the underwater world of kelp forests in his upcoming documentary Seaforestation. These underwater ecosystems cover more area than coral reefs, support an astonishing range of marine life, and play a quiet but powerful role in fighting climate change.

Adam shares surprising facts—like how kelp forests could be worth more than the Great Barrier Reef in economic value—and tells stories from the field, including sea lions hopping aboard boats and witnessing the last 5% of Tasmania’s once-vast giant kelp forests. If you've ever dismissed seaweed as just ocean salad, this episode might just change your mind.

Highlights:

• Why kelp is critical to coastal ecosystems and climate stability?
• What’s threatening these forests—and it’s not just one thing?
• How scientists are using “assisted adaptation” to help kelp survive warming oceans? 

What YOU Can Do

• Most people don’t even know kelp forests exist, let alone how important they are. Just talking about what you learned in this episode can spark awareness and curiosity.
• Companies that farm seaweed responsibly (rather than harvesting it from the wild) are helping create demand for sustainable ocean industries. Look for packaging and food products made from farmed seaweed.
• Ocean warming is one of the biggest threats to kelp. Cutting back on emissions—from energy use to transportation to food choices—can make a difference at scale.

 Resources

• Seaforestation movie. https://seaforestfilm.com/

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

What if the way we approach learning could shape not just our own success, but the future of our planet? In this episode, I sit down with James Keyes—former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster—who believes that education isn’t just about getting a degree; it’s the key to freedom, progress, and solving some of our biggest challenges. But here’s the catch: many of us stop actively learning after school, relying instead on the information that already fits our worldview. That’s where we get stuck.

 In this conversation, we explore how fear is weaponized to keep people divided, why knowledge alone isn’t enough to change minds, and how we can shift the way we communicate environmental solutions to be more inviting, less polarizing, and ultimately more effective.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, an activist, or simply someone who wants to engage more critically with the world, this episode will challenge how you think about learning, decision-making, and even the way you advocate for change.

Highlights

• Why fear—not lack of information—is at the root of many societal and environmental challenges.
• How militant ignorance keeps people from seeing solutions (and how to avoid falling into that trap ourselves).
• The three skills you actually need to be a lifelong learner—far beyond the classroom.

What YOU Can Do

• Challenge your own biases: Are you truly open to new perspectives, or just reinforcing what you already believe?
• Shift your messaging: When advocating for change, focus on shared values and opportunities rather than battles and division.
• Reignite your curiosity: Instead of assuming you already know the answer, start asking why more often.

Resources

• Education is Freedom: The Future is in Your Hands by James Keyes.  
• Jame's website 
• James Keyes’ TEDx Talk on the power of learning  

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

The health of our oceans is critical—not just for marine life, but for our economy and future sustainability. Enter Ocean Exchange, an organization dedicated to accelerating solutions that improve ocean health and coastal resilience. And, one of only four groups in the United States that was awarded the recent NOAA Ocean Enterprise Accelerator grant!

In this episode, I sit down with Millicent Pitts, the Executive Director of Ocean Exchange, to explore how they’re funding and supporting game-changing innovations in the blue economy.

From cleaning up agricultural runoff to creating bio-based chemicals from coral reefs, these solutions are already making a difference. Over the past 13 years of giving non-dilutive grants to start-ups, the finalists in their process have raised $3.1 billion, mostly in seed and venture capital rounds.  

Millicent shares the challenges these innovators face, why investors are finally paying attention, and how we can all play a role in supporting ocean health.

Highlights

• How Ocean Exchange helps fund and accelerate ocean-focused startups.
• The growing blue economy and why it matters.
• Innovations tackling biodiversity loss, pollution, and carbon sequestration.

 What YOU Can Do

Even if you’re not an investor or scientist, there are ways to support these innovations and ocean health:

• Stay Informed – Follow and share updates from organizations like Ocean Exchange.
• Support Sustainable Businesses – Look for companies investing in ocean-friendly practices.
• Advocate for Stronger Policies – Support initiatives that regulate ocean pollution and promote clean energy.
• Reduce Your Own Impact – Minimize single-use plastics, choose sustainable seafood, and reduce carbon emissions.
• Get Involved Locally – Participate in beach cleanups or citizen science projects related to marine conservation.

 Resources

• Ocean Exchange 
• Water Warriors
• Cordelia Biosciences
• Ocean Rescue Alliance
• Silent Returns
• Minesto
• EcoSubSea

 If today’s conversation sparked your curiosity, there’s no better place to dive deeper into topics like this than at EarthX, the world’s largest environmental gathering. Tickets for their event in April are on sale now at earthx.org. Be sure to grab yours and join the global community working toward a healthier, more sustainable planet.

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

What if nature itself could help clean up our most toxic messes? That’s the promise of bioremediation, a groundbreaking process that uses living organisms—like microbes, plants, and fungi—to restore polluted environments. In this episode, we’re joined by two guests who are leading the charge in this field: Cheyne Robertson, founder of Ergofito Bio, whose expertise lies in leveraging microbial solutions to heal ecosystems, and Rudy Montes, founder of Phoenix Harvest, a U.S. Army veteran turned environmental innovator working to transform toxic sites into thriving, sustainable landscapes. Together, we explore the science, challenges, and hope behind bioremediation, and the ways it could reshape our approach to environmental restoration.

Highlights

• What is Bioremediation?
• What role do microbes play in bioremediation?
• What are some real-life examples of Bioremediation in action?

What YOU Can Do

• Superfund cleanups often rely on federal funding through the EPA. Contact your representatives and advocate for increased funding and stricter enforcement of environmental regulations.
• Support legislation that holds polluters accountable for the costs of cleanup, ensuring the burden doesn’t fall solely on taxpayers.
• Learn about Superfund sites in your area using the EPA’s Superfund Site Locator Tool.

Resources

• Ergofito Bio 
• Phoenix Harvest 
• Get your tickets to EarthX
• Keep an eye out for Richard Harmer’s EarthX ProPlanet Podcast—coming soon!

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

As the president of the United Nations Association – Orange County Chapter - Dave Rice is committed to localizing the UN's global Sustainable Development Goals. To effectively achieve this, Dave founded the nonprofit Sustainable Impact Alliance (SIA), and its for-profit counterpart, Sustainable Impact Alliance Solutions International (SIASI). Through his mantra of "Think Globally, Act Locally," Dave demonstrates how harnessing data and fostering collaboration can make sustainable development attainable for all communities.

Highlights

• The mission of SIA and how it mobilizes local communities to achieve global goals.
• How SIASI bridges the gap between nonprofit initiatives and innovative for-profit solutions.
• The development of a Climate Dashboard in Orange County, California, to track energy usage, emissions, and green solutions for 34 cities and 3.5 million residents.

 What YOU Can Do 

• Join the United Nations Association. 
• Find a local citizen coalition or climate group you can get involved in.
• Promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)  

Resources

• Sustainable Impact Alliance Solutions 
• Check out Local2030
• Follow Dave Rice on LinkedIn

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series! 

What if your home could do more than provide shelter—what if it could help heal the planet? In this episode, Eric Amyot, co-founder of Issho House, Oliizoi, and ReGen Earth Studio, talks about his visionary approach to sustainable and regenerative living. We explore groundbreaking innovations in home design, including self-sufficient, closed-loop systems that produce their own food, water, and energy. You'll also learn how waste-diverted, chemical-free materials are revolutionizing construction and why rethinking community ownership is key to making housing more equitable and resilient. A sustainable world starts at home and Eric is helping to make that a reality.

Highlights

• How can homes be designed to not only minimize their environmental impact but also actively regenerate the planet?
• What steps can be taken to reduce the waste and health risks associated with traditional home construction?
• Why is community an essential part of building a sustainable future, and how can it be reimagined?

What YOU Can Do

• Conduct a Home Audit: Start by understanding your home’s current condition, including energy use, water quality, air quality, and materials. This helps identify areas for improvement.
• Address Air Quality: Remove or replace items containing volatile organic compounds (VOCs), such as carpets, paints, and cleaning products, with healthier, eco-friendly alternatives.
• Improve Insulation and Windows: Ensure your home is well-insulated and replace outdated windows to improve energy efficiency and reduce heating and cooling needs.
• Install Renewable Energy Systems: Consider solar panels, wind turbines, or geothermal systems to reduce reliance on traditional energy sources.
• Upgrade Water Systems: Test your water quality and consider implementing greywater recycling or rainwater harvesting systems.
• Adopt Waste-Reduced Materials: Use recycled or waste-diverted materials for renovations, such as reclaimed wood or innovative options like recycled paper countertops.
• Grow Your Own Food: Incorporate indoor or outdoor food-growing systems to reduce reliance on store-bought produce.
• Retrofit for Resilience: Look into programs or services, like Issho’s Revive, that can help retrofit your home for greater sustainability, energy efficiency, and self-sufficiency.
• Take a Holistic Approach: Evaluate the overall health and functionality of your home to ensure it aligns with sustainable living principles, addressing structural, environmental, and lifestyle factors.

 Resources

• Oliizoi 
• Issho Homes
• Revive- Resilient Retrofitting 
• ReGenEarth Studio

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What does it mean to truly live a life of purpose, one that not only fulfills us but also helps regenerate our world? Lynne Twist, a legendary activist, philanthropist, and co-founder of the Pachamama Alliance, has an answer. Lynne shares powerful stories from her work alongside indigenous communities in the Amazon rainforest and explains how each of us can contribute to creating a more just and thriving planet. Through her inspiring journey and wisdom on our relationship with money, Lynne challenges us to rethink what we truly value and reveals how we can find our unique calling by identifying what breaks our hearts and makes our spirits soar.

Tune in to hear about her mystical connection to the Amazon, the life-changing encounter that inspired her to found the Pachamama Alliance, and practical steps you can take today to align your choices with the future you want to see. 

Highlights

• The story behind Lynne’s call to action from the Amazon and her partnership with the Achuar people.
• How to find purpose by connecting with what breaks your heart and makes your heart sing.
• Why money, like water, can be a force for healing or harm—and how to use it wisely.

What YOU Can Do

• Stop worrying, start doing.
• We have lost the sense of community above the individual. What can you do to help establish a sense of community near you?
• Engage with organizations doing work that resonates with you, whether local, regional, national, global in scale. 
• As Lynne suggests, approach money as a tool for good; support businesses and causes that contribute to a sustainable future.
• Recognize and support the rights of indigenous communities to protect their land and culture.

 Resources

• Pachamama Alliance  
• Pachamama Courses such as Awakening the Dreamer plus more!
• Lynne's book, The Soul of Money: A transformative look at how to use money in alignment with our values. 
• Regeneration.org: Resources and ideas for living sustainably and regeneratively.

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

How can the landscapes around us play a direct role in reducing carbon emissions? In this episode, we talk with Jim Blackburn, the CEO of BCarbon, about nature-based carbon sequestration. Jim shares how BCarbon is helping landowners restore prairies, forests, and wetlands to store carbon naturally, and why the voluntary carbon market could play a pivotal role in combating climate change. We explore how these projects contribute not only to carbon reduction but also to ecological resilience, biodiversity, and sustainable economic incentives for landowners. Whether you’re curious about the carbon market or looking for impactful ways to reduce your own carbon footprint, this episode sheds light on a holistic approach to climate action.

Highlights

• How does BCarbon’s nature-based approach to carbon capture work, and why is it different from technological carbon capture technology?
• How can we know if carbon credits are truly making a difference or if they’re just being used as “greenwashing”?
• Why might investing in carbon credits be a meaningful step for individuals and businesses aiming to offset their environmental impact?

What You Can Do:

• Look into verified, nature-based carbon offset options to balance out your personal or business emissions.
• Support local conservation and restoration efforts that contribute to biodiversity and carbon storage.
• Engage with nature.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

• BCarbon – Learn more about BCarbon and how they work with landowners for natural carbon sequestration.
• Texas Coastal Exchange – A program supporting carbon sequestration along the Texas coast.

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This is another episode of the Forces for Nature, EarthX Conference series!

Daniel Cardenas is the founder of CarbonEx, a Native American-owned carbon solutions firm. With over 20 years of experience in the carbon management field, Daniel shares his insights into one of today’s most polarizing climate solutions—technological carbon capture. As a member of the Pit River Tribe, Daniel brings a unique entrepreneurial and Indigenous perspective to the conversation, blending economic opportunity with environmental stewardship.

Highlights

• How do carbon capture technologies work to combat climate change?
• What are some of the potentials and some of the pitfalls of carbon capture technology?
• Hear how we are not in an energy transition but, rather, an energy evolution.

 Resources 

• The Inflation Reduction Act and the 45Q tax credit: Key federal incentives for carbon capture and storage projects.

 What YOU Can Do

• Support policies that promote carbon capture technologies and sustainable land management.
• Stay informed about the development of carbon capture technologies and consider supporting companies or organizations working in this space.
• Plant trees and restore native plants in your community to help sequester carbon naturally.

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