With the world’s attention focused on climate change talks in Copenhagen, where world leaders may or may not reach an agreement by the end of the week, a parallel gathering in Istanbul is exploring practical solutions to the climate challenge.

An environmental justice organization and a Bedouin village are attempting to create a model of sustainability in the Negev desert.

Defying drought, limited resources and occupation, Bustan Qaraaqa is building an ecological oasis in a wadi outside Bethlehem.

Her latest book just released in Hebrew, the author discussed disaster capitalism, Israel and the growing boycott movement.

“You know, my cousin is from Gaza.” Really, I ask? “Yes, he was killed by an Israeli bomb last week.” I try not to choke on my pita. “He had 23 kids, from one wife! Four of the boys are commandos, Hamas.”