Testimonials
Read What Clients Are Saying About Us"I attended the systems thinking workshop last week and just wanted let you know how much I enjoyed it. There is so much more to learn,but I am already using the principals for problem solving in my business. Though there was alot of information in one day Jaime did a great job making it as clear as possible for me- being new to systems thinking. Owning my own business I always need to weigh whether time away from it will be of value. In this case a resounding yes!Thank you very much." ~Cookie Till, Steve & Cookie's By the Bay
“I thoroughly enjoyed the week's instruction, and found it one of the two most meaningful/transformative "inservice" sessions in my 30+ year career in education. I'm anxious to learn more.”~ Melanie Wallace, WiseWatt, LLC, ASI Participant
"Let me congratulate you on the convening of the UNESCO World Conference on Education for Sustainable Development. President Obama and I share a great interest in your important work to promote education for sustainability….We intend to do everything in our power to encourage education for sustainability….In addition, education for sustainability is not just about the environment,as important as that is. It is also about people – about providing maximum educational opportunity – at every level for every person." ~Arne Duncan, Secretary of Education, USA: Bonne Conference, May 2009
"I LOVE THE TRAININGS!!!! I feel I've gotten more out of this thus far, from a critical thinking perspective, than I did in obtaining the 27 graduate credits involved in my Administrative Licensing and Certification Program."~Steve Ritz, High School Teacher
"I can't stop thinking about what we learned and the need for change." ~Jeff Cowen, Community Liaison, Tahoe Regional Planning Agency
"Thank you, again, for the incredible workshop you provided. I’ve looked at a lot of sustainability education models, formats, approaches, etc. and your stuff is way above anything I have seen. It’s what I’ve been looking for and thinking about for the past 6 years. In addition, your facilitation skills are incredible. I feel fortunate to have participated and look forward to promoting your program and materials."~Jeremy Solin, Wisconsin School Forest Education Specialist
“We want this curricula to live forever and get better and better over time. We have already invested $250K just in the Middle School Project—it is well worth it. It is the most important work we can do.” ~Marla Gardner, Director of Curriculum Center, Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES
"I've been talking about The Cloud Institute to a lot of people--my husband, my parents, friends and colleagues. The notion that sustainability is a mindset that sets into motion right action, is mind-boggling. It's like a Zen parable or something--it's quite simple yet profound. For some reason, I was looking outside of this type of distillation--mindset."~Lisa Silverman, Highwater
"I attended your workshop at the Meadowlands today and truly enjoyed it (just like so many people at Unity said I would!!!). It is so wonderful to see people do so passionately what they were meant to be doing on this earth!!! I look forward to attending more of your workshops in the future and hope that we have established a lasting partnership between the Cloud Institute and Unity. It feels good to know that my children are attending a school that does more that just teach them. They are being educated along with their parents and everyone else in their community!!! You gave us a lot to think about today....and I love it!!! I just wanted to send you a blessing and thank you for the valuable work you are doing for our planet, for us, for our children and for generations to come!!! Thank you!!!" ~Veerle Matarazzo, Parent
"Thank you for giving me the opportunity to participate in Working Toward a Sustainable Future. Prior to attending these workshops, I knew a good deal about the myriad challenges confronting our planet, but far less about the innumerable ways to build a sustainable future. I have been invigorated by the many examples of individual and collaborative efforts to improve quality of life for all human beings, while preserving earth’s biodiversity. You have introduced me to some of the critical tools for planning and implementing sustainable economic, political, and social practices. As a consumer, I am now better able to make choices that encourage sustainable food production, energy use, or industry. As a political participant and civic activist, I am better equipped to envision creative solutions that effectively address the root causes of problems and the complex interconnectedness between them. On a professional level, I have more to contribute whether it be in a high school or college classroom, or in an outreach department of an not-for-profit organization. I also appreciate the time I have spent at the Cloud Institute. Cloud has been a window to a world of ideas and actions that offer hope and inspiration." ~Sonia Cairo, teacher, parent, Cloud volunteer
