China, the world's largest polluter and a leading clean energy producer, faces a critical environmental future. Data scientist Angel Hsu examines how this populous nation is adopting alternative

China, the world's largest polluter and a leading clean energy producer, faces a critical environmental future. Data scientist Angel Hsu examines how this populous nation is adopting alternative energy to confront the ecological impact of its rapid industrialization.

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Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his

Anthropologist and venture capitalist Stephen DeBerry reveals a surprising insight: communities on the social, economic, and environmental margins often reside on the east sides of cities. In his talk, he explains how environmental and man-made factors create "disparity by design" in places like East Palo Alto and East Jerusalem, offering elegant solutions.

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After fleeing war-torn South Sudan, Mary Maker found security and hope through education at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. Now a teacher of young refugees, she champions education as an essential

After fleeing war-torn South Sudan, Mary Maker found security and hope through education at Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp. Now a teacher of young refugees, she champions education as an essential tool for rebuilding lives and empowering girls, stating it can "turn their tears of loss into a passion for peace."

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Chemical engineer Jennifer Wilcox addresses our planet's urgent carbon problem, presenting innovative technology to remove atmospheric carbon dioxide. Her method uses chemical reactions to capture

Chemical engineer Jennifer Wilcox addresses our planet's urgent carbon problem, presenting innovative technology to remove atmospheric carbon dioxide. Her method uses chemical reactions to capture and reuse CO2 on a vast scale, mirroring nature's approach. This talk delves into both the promise and challenges of this crucial solution.

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Marine ecologist Enric Sala proposes a bold plan to save the fishing industry and protect the ocean simultaneously. He advocates for a giant marine reserve covering two-thirds of the world's high

Marine ecologist Enric Sala proposes a bold plan to save the fishing industry and protect the ocean simultaneously. He advocates for a giant marine reserve covering two-thirds of the world's high seas, areas outside national jurisdiction. Sala believes this initiative will restore the ocean's ecological, economic, and social benefits, stating, "When we can align economic needs with conservation, miracles can happen."

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Public libraries serve as crucial community support hubs, a mission intensified by the opioid crisis. Philadelphia librarian Chera Kowalski, after witnessing overdoses, learned to administer

Public libraries serve as crucial community support hubs, a mission intensified by the opioid crisis. Philadelphia librarian Chera Kowalski, after witnessing overdoses, learned to administer naloxone, saving patrons' lives. In her personal talk, she shares this frontline reality and advocates for new ways to keep communities safe and healthy.

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Research investigator Michael Hendryx investigates mountaintop removal mining in Appalachia, highlighting its unexpected health hazards. In his TED Talk, he shares his research, discusses industry

Research investigator Michael Hendryx investigates mountaintop removal mining in Appalachia, highlighting its unexpected health hazards. In his TED Talk, he shares his research, discusses industry pushback, and emphasizes scientists' ethical duty to speak truth.

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Moral philosopher Will MacAskill, a co-founder of the effective altruism movement, presents a framework for prioritizing global problems. In his compelling TED Talk, he discusses how to improve

Moral philosopher Will MacAskill, a co-founder of the effective altruism movement, presents a framework for prioritizing global problems. In his compelling TED Talk, he discusses how to improve the world and offers solutions for three pressing issues facing humanity.

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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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Plants naturally store carbon, a crucial function for global climate regulation. Geneticist Joanne Chory and her Salk colleagues are developing plants to store more carbon, deeper underground, for

Plants naturally store carbon, a crucial function for global climate regulation. Geneticist Joanne Chory and her Salk colleagues are developing plants to store more carbon, deeper underground, for centuries. This ambitious initiative, part of TED's Audacious Project, aims to significantly slow climate change.

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