Imagine a world where everything you need—schools, groceries, parks, and even your favorite coffee shop—is just a 15-minute walk, train or bike ride away. This is not a distant dream; it’s the revolutionary concept of the 15-Minute City, a topic with serious challenges and prominent detractors.
Tag: Jack Eidt
From Degradation to Regeneration: John Roulac’s Eco Vision
John Roulac, Founder of Nutiva and Executive Producer of the recently premiered documentary film, Common Ground, advocates more profitable and earth-friendly ways to grow nutrient-dense food, draw down carbon to address climate chaos, and return our rivers to their natural blue appearance: regenerative agriculture.
Aldous and the Banshees – A Short Story By Jack Eidt
Check out this excerpt from a mythological-inspired short story how about how the night sirens came alive when Aldous moved to a new apartment in a rough neighborhood, told with inspirations from both the Brothers Grimm and Native American styles with a nod to the Greek mythological sirens of Odysseus.. Written by Jack Eidt, called “Aldous and the Banshees.” It was published in Space Sirens Volume 9 from the Santa Barbara Literary Journal. Buy the book with an incredible line-up of authors on Amazon.
Solstice Story: Nutcracker and the Shape Shifter
Celebrate the solstice with a story that intertwines the magic of the Nutcracker with the urgency of environmental and climate action. Jack Eidt reads from his short story ‘Nutcracker and the Shapeshifter,’ a re-imagined classic that dances to the tune of environmental and social justice. Featuring a blend of fantastical characters and real-world issues, this episode of Eco Justice Radio is a call to action, wrapped in the wonder of a holiday tale, set to the enchanting music of Tchaikovsky’s ballet. Enjoy this tale of rebellion, peace, and the power of the natural world.
Rising Tides, Retreating Homes: California Against the Sea
Coastal communities face complex challenges from rising seas. Los Angeles Times Journalist Rosanna Xia joined EcoJustice Radio to discuss her latest book, California Against the Sea, which covers personal stories to innovative policy ideas like wetland restoration, managed retreat, and the need for long-term thinking on climate adaptation. Tune in for an insider’s perspective on the high-stakes battles over sea level rise.
Do Environmental Regulations Stop Clean Energy and Affordable Housing?
Clean Energy expert, Dustin Mulvaney from San José State University, argues that contrary to claims by industry, renewable energy projects like wind and solar are not facing major permitting delays due to environmental rules and regulations. He explains how proactive planning and siting have streamlined approvals, while transmission has faced grid issues. Indigenous activist Lydia Poncé argues for the necessity of environmental justice provisions, and that proposed permitting reforms could weaken protections for vulnerable communities.
Designing Architecture and Landscapes with Nature’s Ecological Wisdom
Carl Welty advocates that architectural and landscape design could be revolutionized by emulating Nature’s systems. Before fossil fuels, ancient cities understood the power of the sun and captured it as it traversed through the days and seasons for heating, cooling, and sustenance.