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• Backpackers

  "Backpackers hike through green woods in this peaceful mountain setting, with a soft gray sky overhead. Cows graze in the area nearby, blending in perfectly with the quiet surroundings. This harmonious existence is a representation of sustainable life, in which people and animals coexist on the land with appreciation and respect. We guarantee the protection of this natural sanctuary so that future generations can continue to appreciate its unspoiled beauty through ethical exploration and efforts to conserve." Taken by Eszter Horompoli-Toth. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Two Hikers

  "Two hikers gaze at the sunset painting the canyon walls near the edge of the Grand Canyon. They are inspired by the beauty of nature in this brief moment, which emphasizes the necessity of preserving such treasures for future generations." Taken by Balint Horompoli-Toth. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• My Flock

  "Pictured is a chick I am raising for my flock. The chickens are raised with sustainable feeding methods, including grazing for worms, bugs, and plants outside. Their waste is used as fertilizer for my summer garden!" Taken by Reily Jacobs Bell. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Family Farm

  "This photo was taken as my father took us around what used to be the family farm. It was sold in 2016 as excessive banana farming dried up the rivers nearby and became unsustainable. As of now, livestock has begun to thrive again as the cessation of banana farming on the land has allowed for the land to return to what it was before." Taken by Cristian Vallecillo. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Sustainable Fashion

  "Sustainable fashion helps directly saves fabric scraps from adding to the textile pollution issue and reduces further production needs and therefore waste." Taken by Sophia Kortan. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Eat Close To The Ground!

  "Eat Close To The Ground!" Taken by Linda Sterling. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Prescott Community Compost Project
• Freedom to Be: Indigenous Perspectives on How Development Models Affect Their Right to Freedom of Religion or Belief

  "Join [Center for Earth Ethics on April 24, 2024] at 9 a.m. EDT for 'Freedom to Be: Indigenous Perspectives on How the Mainstream Development Model Affects their Right to Freedom of Religion or Belief,' a conversation about the intersection of Indigenous issues, the concept of freedom of religion or belief, the development paradigm and the ecological crisis. This virtual discussion will feature Indigenous voices who will explore how international Indigenous communities are affected by the same extractionist industries, domination mindset and land removal policies that damage the biosphere as a whole. This conversation will also dive into the sustainable development paradigm and challenge its tendency to elevate economic development and devalue biocultural heritage and Earth-honoring ways of life. Taily Terena of the Terena Indigenous peoples in Brazil and Yolanda Teran of the Kichwa Nation of Ecuador will join us for this panel. Roberto Múkaro Borrero, Guainía Taíno, strategic advisor to CEE, will moderate. CEE Executive Director Karenna Gore will introduce and close the program. This conversation is another in the Freedom to Be series that builds on the 2022 report on Indigenous communities by the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Religion or Belief. This event is a virtual side event to the 2024 United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues."
• EPN Signature Earth Day Event - Monday, April 22, 2024: Eat This Earth Day! Ohio's Native Plants for Food

  "Ohio State’s Environmental Professionals Network, in collaboration with the Chadwick Arboretum and Learning Gardens and native plant enthusiasts from across the state, proudly invite you to eat and drink from Ohio’s native plants this Earth Day! Discover through your senses, the edible flora of the Buckeye State. Over long periods of history, through the tastes, smells, and eyes of diverse native wildlife and human cultures, both ancient and present, these plants have sustained life." This event will take place on Earth Day, April 22, 2024 from 4:45 pm to 7:30 pm. Admission is free and the event will be held at the Fawcett Center in Columbus, Ohio. Food and drinks will be provided.
• Uros

  "This photo captures a moment with Rueben, our gracious host during my stay with the Uros community on Lake Titicaca. He took us on a tour, sharing stories about his culture. The Uros, residing on the Floating Islands, have thrived on the water for over two millennia. Their unique way of life emerged from a deep understanding of the reed plants found in the lake. They discovered a species that naturally floats with its soil and roots, enabling them to construct foundations and structures in the midst of Lake Titicaca, the largest fresh water lake in South America. Initially, this innovation served as a refuge from their land enemies. Remarkably, during the Spanish invasion, the Uros survived by ferrying the Spanish across the lake, avoiding conflict. These floating islands, crafted from living reed plant architecture, epitomize the collaboration between humans and nature. The plants never would have grown in such density and formed islands without the Uros people. Rueben’s family made us amazing food. Their kids saw us as larger-sized children and played with us. Rueben emphasized how the Uros people never lived beyond their means and how it’s their generational ethos to take from nature only what they need. Today, the majority of homes on these floating islands run entirely on solar energy. Witnessing communities like theirs make conscientious choices in designing their lives for the betterment of future generations left me feeling hopeful yet unsettled, as their life stands in stark contrast with the culture of excessive consumption in the society I inhabit." Taken by Erica Hu. Submited to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Center for Sustainable Landscapes

  First Place Winner of the Sustainability Photo Contest "This inspiring image shows the Center for Sustainable Landscapes (CSL) at PHIPPS Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Not only does this picture show the beauty that nature provides for the built environment, but the building itself is a wonderful example of what success in sustainable development looks like. The CSL has achieved an abundance of green certifications including LEED Platinum, SITES Platinum, WELL Building Platinum, BREEAM Outstanding In-Use Building, etc. The building is completely net-zero and prioritizes sustainable practices such as renewable energy and rainwater collection. This photo perfectly exemplifies how sustainability can be represented in the urban landscape." Taken by Kelsey Frantz. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Lake Yojoa

  "This is a photo of Lake Yojoa, Honduras. It is one of the biggest lakes in Honduras, but it has been shrinking. Because the lake is vital to the local economy, the municipal government has prohibited bathing and fishing to protect the lake from contamination." Taken by Cristian Vallecillo. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Ignite the Passion

  "To be passionate about sustainability, one must align themselves in nature and ignite the passion. To live a life dedicated to sustainability means reigniting that flame is necessary to remind oneself of the reasons the effort." Taken by Kenedy Witherow. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Moving Goal

  "Sustainability is a moving goal; requiring humans to be agile and intuitive to achieve sustainability and build resiliency." Taken by Kenedy Witherow. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Contest.
• Sustainability is Beautiful

  Second Place Winner of the Sustainability Photo Contest. "I am enthusiastic person about sustainability and i have my Start-up with main focus on sustainability. I have taken this photo at Niagara falls month ago as college trip. Photo itself shows how beautiful nature is. Sustainability is balance of life and nature. As photo shows a Common gull passionately watching people and not afraid of them. Background describe beauty of nature water, rainbow and clouds." Taken by Chaitnyakumar Makwana. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Envisioning the Daoist Body in the Economy of Cosmic Power

  "From a sociological perspective, religious traditions represent and construct the collective values and systems of meaning of human societies. As such, religious traditions influence the way their adherents interpret their experience of the world and, consequently, influence their actions upon it. Religious ideologies, however, are themselves always in medias res. Even though their adherents may uphold an eternal vision of archaic principles handed down from the gods, in actuality this vision is continuously renegotiated and reconstructed in conversation with the changing demands of historical and cultural context."
• Collective Liberation

  "An activist protesting the violence in Gaza holds a sign calling for collective liberation for all . What speaks sustainability about this to me is how something is being reused , for a greater cause , in the cardboard , which instead of being thrown away is being used to uplift . The Palestinian cause is one of not only liberation of a peoples but liberation of the land. Palestinian culture is rooted in sustainabile agriculture practices , and sustainability within familia systems ." Taken by Paul Hill. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Nature is Bright

  "Nature is bright". Taken by Arun Thamarakshan Nair. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Walks in February

  "Going for walks in February at Schmeekle Reserve is sustainability." Taken by Elliot Fey. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Low Consumption Activities

  "Low consumption activities are fun, walking in Schmeekle Nature Reserve in late January during golden hour". Taken by Elliot Fey. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Friends Enjoying the Beach During the Off Season

  "Friends enjoying the beach during the off season. The sound of crashing waves creates a feeling of serenity and reminds us how important it is to protect the ocean." Taken by Hailey Irving. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• A Walk with Sustainability…and the Bolivian Llamas

  "In this picture, I am working alongside two rural Bolivian community members (and a llama), collaborating on the design of a water system. The community had no running water, phone service only on hills, cut plastic liter bottles in half for gutters, and still gave me soups and meals as a welcoming and thankfulness. Their kindness, harmony with the land around them, and joy radiated, deeply resonating with my idea of how to live a sustainable, happy life. Sustainability is not buying a reusable water bottle…every 3 months because a new, better, more cool version is here. It is living in gratitude and simplicity with the people and nature around you." Taken by Megan Oleksik. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Contest.
• Capturing the Essence of Sustainability at Halifax Public Garden

  "Capturing the essence of sustainability at Halifax Public Garden. This picturesque view of the tranquil lake connects the myriad benefits of green spaces, from promoting social connections and mental well-being to enhancing physical health and fostering equity within our communities to improving water and air quality. Serving as a reminder of the crucial role green spaces play in fostering sustainable communities. By preserving and nurturing our natural environments, we not only enhance our quality of life but also safeguard the health of our planet for future generations. Let's continue to embrace and support sustainability efforts for a greener, more resilient world." Taken by Aklema Iryn. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Compostable

  "A compostable outhouse made from recycled/reused wood and aluminum, built with tools fueled by solar and biodiesel." Taken by Ashley Murphy. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.
• Harmony in Sustainability

  "Harmony in Sustainabillity: Balancing Earth, Life, Prosperity and Culture". Taken by Ruby Le. Submitted to the RESTORExchange Sustainability Photo Contest.