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Business Wire
4 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Resilient Recovery Initiative Receives Grant From the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation Following Eaton and Palisades Wildfires
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Climate Resolve and Resilient Cities Catalyst together received a $250,000 grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation to seed development of a comprehensive Resilient Recovery Roadmap in response to the Eaton and Palisades wildfires that devastated Los Angeles communities. The Resilient Recovery Roadmap will shape a multi-year, multi-million dollar community-led effort that will guide billions of dollars in long-term recovery funding and build resilience to future disasters. "With the Hilton Foundation's support, we can begin the critical work of bringing diverse stakeholders together to develop actionable plans for recovery and future resilience." The Roadmap will serve as a comprehensive and actionable plan that addresses both immediate recovery needs and long-term community resilience. The project will bring together global expertise from successful disaster recovery efforts while prioritizing local community experiences and needs. "This initiative builds on our previous work following the 2018 Woolsey Fire and applies global best practices in resilience planning to the specific challenges facing Los Angeles neighborhoods," said Jonathan Parfrey, Executive Director of Climate Resolve, who also serves on LA County's Blue Ribbon Commission on Climate Action and Fire Safe Recovery. "With the Hilton Foundation's support, we can begin the critical work of bringing diverse stakeholders together to develop actionable plans for recovery and future resilience." Global nonprofit Resilient Cities Catalyst brings extensive experience in disaster recovery, with a team that has led resilience-building efforts following Hurricane Katrina, Superstorm Sandy, and other crises. Climate Resolve, meanwhile, combines direct community engagement with successful policy advocacy in California and has authored several wildfire reports, including Lessons from the Woolsey Fire in 2020 and Mental Health Effects Of Wildfire Smoke, Solastalgia, and Non-Traditional Firefighters in collaboration with the UCLA Center for Healthy Climate Solutions in 2021. 'Resilient Cities Catalyst is honored to support this critical recovery effort in partnership with Los Angeles communities,' said Sam Carter, Founding Principal at Resilient Cities Catalyst. 'Every place is unique, but we are excited to share the lessons we have learned from around the world to inform a resilient recovery process.' With a target release date of fall 2025, the Roadmap will be driven by an inclusive and equitable process that integrates convenings, engagement with key stakeholders, and alignment with other existing recovery efforts. For more information about the Resilient Recovery Roadmap or to learn how to support or collaborate in advancing this effort, please contact Kris Eclarino, Senior Technical Manager at keclarino@
NZ Herald
09-06-2025
- Business
- NZ Herald
Young Grower of the Year 2025: Sam Carter wins Hawke's Bay title
Sam Carter, assistant manager for T&G's Pakowhai sector, is the 2025 Hawke's Bay Young Grower of the Year. Hasting's Sam Carter, assistant manager for T&G's Pakowhai sector, has won the Hawke's Bay 2025 Young Grower regional title. He pitched his skills against seven fellow contestants to take the title on June 6. Carter will now compete against six other regional winners in the national Young Grower of the
The Advertiser
30-05-2025
- Sport
- The Advertiser
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid." Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid." Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
West Australian
30-05-2025
- Sport
- West Australian
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
Perth Now
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Retiring ex-Wallabies lock eager for one more hurrah
Former Wallabies lock Sam Carter has announced his retirement from professional rugby, but he wants to have one final hurrah against the British and Irish Lions later this month. Carter told his Western Force teammates of his decision to hang up the boots prior to last week's golden-point loss to the NSW Waratahs. But the 35-year-old has one more game left in him - with Carter keen to line up for the Force in the June 28 showdown with the British and Irish Lions at Optus Stadium. "I'm really keen to be involved in the Lions match later this month," Carter said in a statement. "I think the British and Irish Lions are one of the things that make rugby so special and unique. "After that, my family and I are planning to take some time off to reassess what the next chapter looks like for us." Carter called time following a brilliant playing career that saw him earn 16 caps for the Wallabies, including being part of the side's 2015 World Cup squad. The towering lock played 132 Super Rugby games after debuting for the ACT Brumbies in 2011. He played 122 times for the Brumbies (2011-2019) and added another 10 caps at the Force since joining them in 2024. During his time at the Brumbies, Carter was a club co-captain, won the side's best forward award and earned Rugby Australia's Academic Achievement Award in 2018. Carter also spent five years in Europe with Ulster (2019-2023) and Leicester Tigers (2023-2024) between his Super Rugby stints. The father of two said it was the right time to retire. "I've come to a point where I feel ready to step away from rugby after 14 years in the professional game," he said. "One of the big highlights for me was making my debut for the Wallabies in 2014, something I had dreamed of since I was a kid."
