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    Sun Going Down on Renewable Energy Tax Credits (30% ITC)

    BySustainMe

    Act Before the 30% ITC Sunset The 30% Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for solar energy was once set to shine until 2037. Under the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), that daylight is fading fast. What began as a decade-long runway has become a short sprint — especially for homeowners and businesses trying to lock in the full benefit of America’s renewable energy tax credits.For homeowners, the cutoff is clear: systems must be installed and operational…

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    The Peace Dividend of Science and Sustainability

    ByElmer Hall

    The peace dividend—once a term describing the economic benefits following the end of military conflict—now reflects a broader truth about how societies thrive. In today’s interconnected world, peace is measured not just by reduced armaments, but by the strength of scientific collaboration, environmental recovery, and innovation ecosystems that rebuild trust across borders. This month, the world recognizes two observances that underscore that transformation: the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War…

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    Future-Proof Your Career with GAPS: White Paper & Pi-Career Compass™ GPT

    ByElmer Hall

    The New Reality of Work How can your future-proof your career? Artificial intelligence, sustainability, and shifting demographics are transforming careers faster than ever before. Traditional ladders are fading, replaced by emerging roles and short-term opportunities. Some jobs of the next decade do not yet exist, while others are being automated out of relevance. The gig economy is upon us, with more professionals piecing together careers from contracts, freelance projects, and part-time roles instead of lifelong…

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    Rotary & Polio: A Service Legacy, A Future Challenge

    ByElmer Hall

    For over 40 years, Rotary has stood at the forefront of the global fight to end polio. With cases reduced by roughly 99.9% since the launch of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), the journey is far from over. Today, as polio remains endemic only in Afghanistan and Pakistan, the push to finish this mission demands renewed focus and collective action (Global Polio Eradication Initiative [GPEI], 2025). World Polio Day (October 24) is a reminder…

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    Fear of AI? Why GenAI Adoption Is Your Best Hedge Against Misuse

    ByElmer Hall

    Introduction: Fear of AI and Opportunity Generative AI (GenAI) inspires both awe and anxiety. On one hand, it promises extraordinary productivity gains, creativity at scale, and entirely new business models. On the other, it raises fears of job displacement, deepfakes, misinformation, and cybercrime. For many businesses, nonprofits, and service clubs, the reflex is to pause and “wait it out.” Yet this hesitation leaves a dangerous gap. While good actors delay, bad actors accelerate. Malicious use…

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    Rotary 2055 using SmartGenAI: The Future of Service Clubs

    ByElmer Hall

    A foresight and SmartGenAI approach to Rotary 2055 planning. Rotary faces an uneven future. In the United States and parts of Western Europe, membership has been declining by about 2% annually, while Rotary continues to grow globally, particularly in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. These different trajectories raise an important question: What will Rotary look like in 2055—and how can clubs prepare today? A new white paper by Elmer Hall of Strategic Business Planning Company…