Adam Met, a member of the multi-platinum band AJR and UN Development Advocate, proposes using the music industry's "engagement ladder" to inspire public action against climate change. He brings a

Adam Met, a member of the multi-platinum band AJR and UN Development Advocate, proposes using the music industry's "engagement ladder" to inspire public action against climate change. He brings a unique, interdisciplinary perspective, intersecting music, technology, policy, and academia.

With over 2 billion streams worldwide, Met is also Executive Director of Sustainable Partners Inc., a nonprofit focused on sustainability engagement, and is pursuing a PhD in International Human Rights Law and Sustainable Development. He hosts the podcast Planet Reimagined and writes for publications like Billboard and Fortune.

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John Lanier, Executive Director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, continues his grandfather Ray C. Anderson's environmental legacy. He advocates for a holistic climate change approach, exemplified by Drawdown Georgia, which tackles emissions and social issues like unemployment and hunger.

Lanier serves on the Southface Institute board and authored “Mid-Course Correction Revisited,” an update to his grandfather’s book. He holds a Juris Doctorate and Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and economics from the University of Virginia.

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Caroline Payne, a Lycoming College political science professor, directs the Interdisciplinary Dominican Republic Program and Warrior Coffee Project. These initiatives provide students with field experience in the Dominican Republic, engaging in service-learning focused on human rights and fair trade. Lycoming College sources fair-priced beans from the El Naranjito Association. Warrior Coffee is supported by Alabaster Coffee Roaster & Tea Co., JayD’s, and Parkhurst Dining.

In this independently organized TEDx talk, Lola Gibson-Berg from Keep Growing Detroit (KGD) discusses climate change's impact on food systems and KGD's work towards food sovereignty in Detroit.

In this independently organized TEDx talk, Lola Gibson-Berg from Keep Growing Detroit (KGD) discusses climate change's impact on food systems and KGD's work towards food sovereignty in Detroit. She addresses Detroiters' food insecurity due to COVID-19 and climate change, defining sustainable growing. For TEDx organizer guidelines, see http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf.

Lola, KGD's Community Education Coordinator and a Detroit native, is an Urban Roots Program alum. Her passion for food systems stems from her education and work, including school gardens and ancestral foodways. She also contributes to Riverwise Magazine. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

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Raj Sinha, a serial entrepreneur and marketing consultant, is Marketing Director of Amethyst Organic Pvt. Ltd. This value-driven enterprise aims to save nature and build a toxic-free, plastic-free environment. Raj innovated a soluble "Right Plastic" performing like conventional products.

An MBA, Raj has experience in banking, marketing, and tech, focused on future-proofing businesses. Awarded for exceptional skills and nurturing young ventures, his clients include Koovs.com, FIITJEE Bangalore, and more.

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Koen Timmers is an awarded educator, lecturer, researcher, author, and speaker. He founded Innovation Lab Schools, providing free quality education in refugee camps. He also created the Climate Action Project, uniting over 2.5 million students across 130 countries to inspire behavioral and societal change.

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Addressing global food security and feeding a rapidly expanding population, Helianti Hilman founded JAVARA in 2008. Inspired by Indonesia's food biodiversity, JAVARA works with smallholder farmers

Addressing global food security and feeding a rapidly expanding population, Helianti Hilman founded JAVARA in 2008. Inspired by Indonesia's food biodiversity, JAVARA works with smallholder farmers and producers, nurturing rural entrepreneurs to create a wide range of organic food products for domestic and export markets.

JAVARA now partners with tens of thousands of farmers, foragers, and fishers across Indonesia, producing over 900 artisanal products. To build inclusive economic development, Hilman launched Sekolah @SenimanPangan (School of Food Artisans) in 2017. This platform empowers young farmers to become food entrepreneurs by creating and selling value-added products and services. This talk was given at a TEDx event; learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Adhityani Putri (Dhitri) asserts that clean energy is not just a dream for Indonesia. A tropical nation rich in wind, waves, geothermal, and solar power, and the world's largest nickel producer,

Adhityani Putri (Dhitri) asserts that clean energy is not just a dream for Indonesia. A tropical nation rich in wind, waves, geothermal, and solar power, and the world's largest nickel producer, Indonesia possesses immense potential for a sustainable future. Dhitri will share her insights on the opportunities and challenges of cleaner energy and greener business in the country.

With over a decade of experience in climate and energy, Dhitri has worked as a journalist, managed renewable energy financing programs, and coordinated major research collaborations. She holds a Master’s in Climate Change Policy and Economics from ANU, where she later worked with leading experts at the forefront of clean energy innovation.

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Jakarta's peak hour traffic creates stress for both motorists and pedestrians, with sidewalks often misused by motorcycles and vendors, endangering those on foot. Alfred Sitorus, an avid cyclist

Jakarta's peak hour traffic creates stress for both motorists and pedestrians, with sidewalks often misused by motorcycles and vendors, endangering those on foot. Alfred Sitorus, an avid cyclist and co-founder of the Jakarta Pedestrian Coalition, discusses efforts to protect pedestrian spaces.

Established in 2011, the coalition arose from the question, 'who does the sidewalk actually belong to?' Their goal is to return sidewalks to their rightful owners through campaigns like 'sidewalk sightseeing,' advocating for National Pedestrian Day, and conducting social audits to ensure public facility quality.

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Aryan Ranjan highlights the irony of ignoring scientific climate evidence despite clear signs like rising sea levels and stronger hurricanes. He notes "climate change" has become a politically

Aryan Ranjan highlights the irony of ignoring scientific climate evidence despite clear signs like rising sea levels and stronger hurricanes. He notes "climate change" has become a politically charged term, hindering crucial discussions and solutions, regardless of the objective reality of global warming.

However, Aryan believes breakthroughs exist. As a member of Citizens Climate Lobby, advocating for national climate legislation, and founder of the American Heritage Climate Change club, he empowers youth to address the crisis. His TED Talk aims to inspire more young people, emphasizing that education and commitment offer a strong chance to end the climate crisis. Learn more about TEDx events here.