The U.S. Bahá'í UN Office encourages people to  “Kick the Habit! Towards a Low Carbon Economy,” the theme of World Environment Day June 5.

When artist Michelle "Misha" Maynerick was asked to contribute to Chicago's "CoolGlobes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet," she knew immediately how she would go about it.

*Post-conference update

What is the relationship between ethical and spiritual principles and the practical actions of individuals and communities facing global environmental change?

The International Environment Forum, a Baha'i-inspired organization, tackles this issue at its 11th annual conference, co-organized by the Bahá'í Community of Canada, Oct. 12-14 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.