June 26, 2012
by Sharon Buccino
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Are You Here to Save Face or to Save Us?

Sharon Buccino, Director, Land Program, Washington, DC
I got a new phone over the weekend.  My 13 year old daughter said, “Mom, that’s great!  Now you can text me.”  I welcome the chance for a new way to… Continue reading

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June 24, 2012
by Frances Beinecke
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Official Rio Document Disappoints, but People’s Commitment to Sustainability Inspires

Frances Beinecke, President of NRDC, New York City
When 17-year-old student Brittany Trilford addressed the opening session of the Rio Earth Summit on Wednesday, she urged world leaders to take concrete action to protect the planet.
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June 20, 2012
by Frances Beinecke
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Amazing Young Women Leaders Remind Us Why We Are in Rio: The Future

Frances Beinecke, President of NRDC, New York City
As the Earth Summit convenes today, after three days of preparatory meetings, I am reflecting on what this is all about, 50,000 people in Rio, 130 heads of state. Why are we all here?
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