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Transforming Our Economy

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Inspired by the Capital Institute's Third Millennium Economy initiative, this collection highlights those voices - ecological economists, sociologist, finance professionals, environmentalists, community developers - advocating a restructuring of our economy to transition to a truly sustainable economic system.

Curated by mokiethecat

Biochar: Using fire to cool the earth
September 10, 2019

The International Biochar Initiative (IBI) proposes converting organic waste—from food, gardening, and even sewage—into biochar through baking. This toxic-free, multi-purpose material positively impacts the planet, leading Project Drawdown to rank it among the top 100 ideas for reversing climate change.

This session will explore the science and technology behind biochar, along with the IBI's strategies for communicating its benefits globally.