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Meet the 2015 Neighborhood Challenge Winners

Blog   |   by Margaret Swink   |   August 4, 2015

Learn more about our Challenge winners, five outstanding community groups that are working to make the New Dream a reality.


What Does the New Dream Mean to You? Join Us in the Inquiry

Blog   |   October 29, 2018

Now is a great time to ask ourselves what “reducing consumption” means, when social divides grow ever wider and so many people experience economic insecurity. Join us in the inquiry!


Black Friday Spoofs Have Come True, But You Don't Have to Join the Madness

Blog   |   by Addison Del Mastro   |   November 20, 2012

As Hollywood spoofs become Black Friday realities, we need to fundamentally question what this says about our consumer-driven society.


Christmas* in June: A Gentle Nudge to Help You Start Planning Your Alternative Gift Fair Now

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   June 13, 2018

Take advantage of your time and energy during the summer months to set the stage for a more meaningful holiday season for your community.


Making Good: Finding Work That Is Meaningful

Blog   |   by Wen Lee   |   April 11, 2012

Is it possible to find a meaningful, fulfilling career that also pays the bills? According to a new book, the answer is yes.


Signs of Hope from 2019

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   December 18, 2019

As we looked back on this year, 2019 seemed to offer it all: moments of deep concern and persistent challenges to our safety and well-being, alongside meaningful signs of hope that are taking us into 2020. 


World Oceans Day: Making a Difference as a Conscious Consumer

Blog   |   by Terra Wellington   |   June 5, 2012

Taking care of the world’s marine life is something everyone can take part in. No matter where you live.


Want to Change the World? Focus on Partnership Rather Than Domination

Blog   |   by Riane Eisler   |   April 9, 2018

Dr. Eiser suggests that the best way to overcome conventional divides between right and left, religious and secular, is to focus on partnership systems based on mutuality and caring.


Weaving a Sustainable Future: An Interview with Gay Nicholson

Blog   |   by Lisa Mastny   |   October 13, 2011

The founder of Sustainable Tompkins in New York State talks about how she's helped her community lay the groundwork for sustainability.


You Don't Need All That Cookie-Cutter "Stuff

Blog   |   by Hanaa   |   December 8, 2008


Our Children’s Schools: The Leadership Face of the Future

Blog   |   by Peg Watson   |   March 17, 2015

The Green Schools Alliance aims to connect and empower schools worldwide to lead the transformation to global sustainability.


Amy Hartzler

Staff   |   August 15, 2018


Ideas Worth Spreading: Be Inspired by TED

Blog   |   by Amy Curtis   |   July 13, 2011

These 10 video presentations provide hope, inspiration, and knowledge that although people can damage the Earth, they also have the potential to save it.


Statement on Family Separation at the Border

Custom Pages   |   June 20, 2018


WEBINAR: Kicking the Bottled Water Habit

Webinars   |   April 2, 2014

Want your school or community to kick the bottled water habit? Watch this webinar recording to learn how!


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