TED unveils Countdown, a major global campaign to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Partnering with scientists, policymakers, and activists, this initiative invites everyone to participate. Learn how

TED unveils Countdown, a major global campaign to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Partnering with scientists, policymakers, and activists, this initiative invites everyone to participate. Learn how to get involved and help turn the tide on climate at countdown.ted.com.

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Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe warns that with each passing decade, humanity faces escalating risks across vital areas including health, infrastructure, food, and water.

She emphasizes

Climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe warns that with each passing decade, humanity faces escalating risks across vital areas including health, infrastructure, food, and water.

She emphasizes that we are effectively rolling increasingly loaded dice, highlighting the growing dangers we confront.

Stephen H. Schneider Award recipient Katharine Hayhoe states that intelligence does not predict an individual's feelings about climate change. Instead, the most significant factor is one's

Stephen H. Schneider Award recipient Katharine Hayhoe states that intelligence does not predict an individual's feelings about climate change. Instead, the most significant factor is one's position on the political spectrum.

Hayhoe emphasizes that political alignment is the primary determinant of climate change perspectives. Therefore, initiating discussions from a foundation of shared identity is essential for effective communication on the topic.

Atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe's research highlights the Arctic's significant potential for dangerous climate feedback. However, the primary concern isn't the melting ice

Atmospheric scientist Katharine Hayhoe's research highlights the Arctic's significant potential for dangerous climate feedback. However, the primary concern isn't the melting ice itself.

Instead, the danger lies in the vast fossil fuel resources that would become accessible with sea ice loss. Exploiting these reserves would inevitably lead to the complete failure of the Paris Agreement.

In her CCL plenary, Katharine Hayhoe explores how our beliefs and values shape identity and climate conversations. She addresses climate change's political polarization, noting that agreement on

In her CCL plenary, Katharine Hayhoe explores how our beliefs and values shape identity and climate conversations. She addresses climate change's political polarization, noting that agreement on scientific facts often correlates with political views rather than scientific knowledge.

Hayhoe discusses strategies for fostering constructive dialogue to bridge divides, moving us forward together on this crucial topic. For more insights, explore Global Weirding, Dr. Hayhoe's Website, Join CCL, and Science Moms.

Katharine “Kat” Morris is a scholar-activist and community organizer pursuing her Masters of Public Policy at UConn. Her undergraduate research focused on Cross Cultural Engagement and

Katharine “Kat” Morris is a scholar-activist and community organizer pursuing her Masters of Public Policy at UConn. Her undergraduate research focused on Cross Cultural Engagement and Intersectional Activism. She founded UConn Collaborative Organizing (UCCO) for grassroots social and environmental justice, prioritizing intersectionality and solidarity.

In her TEDx talk, Kat discusses environmental racism and climate disasters, highlighting the power of collaborative organizing and radical love. She urges viewers to connect social and environmental injustices, recognize our interconnectedness, and embrace radical love to build a sustainable future.

This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Facing a future of extreme weather and economic strain due to climate change, how can we instead envision thriving, equitable, and carbon-free societies? We need solutions to replace

Facing a future of extreme weather and economic strain due to climate change, how can we instead envision thriving, equitable, and carbon-free societies? We need solutions to replace doom-and-gloom projections with a radically re-envisioned tomorrow.

Join climate journalist Eric Holthaus and Project Drawdown VP Katharine Wilkinson for a conversation on reimagining our role in creating these vital climate solutions.

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Katharine Heyhoe, joining remotely, urges a balance between "rational hope" and a serious understanding of our planet's challenges.

She emphasizes the importance of grasping what is

Katharine Heyhoe, joining remotely, urges a balance between "rational hope" and a serious understanding of our planet's challenges.

She emphasizes the importance of grasping what is happening to Earth and what actions we can take in response.

Writer and environmentalist Katharine Wilkinson asserts that gender equity is crucial for addressing climate change.

Writer and environmentalist Katharine Wilkinson asserts that gender equity is crucial for addressing climate change. Through Project Drawdown, she helps identify solutions to reduce heat-trapping emissions. These include obvious strategies like renewable energy and sustainable diets, alongside less apparent but vital ones, such as the education and empowerment of women.

In her compelling talk, Wilkinson outlines three key ways that equity for women and girls can help combat global warming. She emphasizes, "Drawing down emissions depends on rising up."

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe defines evangelicals as "those who take the Bible's teachings seriously." These teachings include caring for the less fortunate and our planet.

Hayhoe is a Texas Tech

Dr. Katharine Hayhoe defines evangelicals as "those who take the Bible's teachings seriously." These teachings include caring for the less fortunate and our planet.

Hayhoe is a Texas Tech Professor and recipient of the 2018 Stephen Schneider Award for Outstanding Climate Science Communication.