Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy

Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy entrepreneurs and startups, partnered with determined Indigenous leadership worldwide, can achieve this transition in time to avert climate breakdown.

Kennedy, an eco-activist turned clean-technology entrepreneur, is a leading figure in capitalizing on the green economy. He currently serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit that provides funds, accelerators, and networks to drive clean energy innovation and adoption.

Fred Kirschenmann, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, asserts that organic farming doesn't automatically equate to sustainability. He advocates for a shift

Fred Kirschenmann, Distinguished Fellow at the Leopold Center for Sustainable Agriculture, asserts that organic farming doesn't automatically equate to sustainability. He advocates for a shift from a "steady state" to "resiliency," noting that "greening up" isn't enough.

Kirschenmann, a third-generation organic farmer and long-time leader, highlights the unsustainable depletion of finite energy (hydrocarbons) and water resources. He warns that technology alone cannot provide substitute solutions. This insight stems from his talk at the Organicology conference.

Valeree, a UCLA senior, co-founded the Environmentalists of Color Collective (EOCC) to challenge mainstream environmentalism and amplify the voices of communities of color. She is dedicated to

Valeree, a UCLA senior, co-founded the Environmentalists of Color Collective (EOCC) to challenge mainstream environmentalism and amplify the voices of communities of color. She is dedicated to fostering dialogues on environmental justice and racism, notably co-organizing a Climate Justice Forum that launched EOCC's work.

As a Carbon Neutrality Initiative Fellow for the University of California, Valeree engages students in the UC system's goal of achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2025. She aims to integrate sustainability and environmental justice values into corporate systems.

"Culture and Sustainability" explores how traditional practices fostered harmony with nature, encouraging balance and environmental responsibility. This talk suggests that reconnecting with these

"Culture and Sustainability" explores how traditional practices fostered harmony with nature, encouraging balance and environmental responsibility. This talk suggests that reconnecting with these cultural roots can guide us toward more thoughtful, sustainable modern living.

The speaker, Kailash, is a curious and playful Grade 1 student passionate about reading, coding, and technology. He loves learning new things, making people smile, and eagerly exploring the world.

This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Freshwater mussels employ diverse and ingenious reproductive strategies, often relying on fish as hosts. Some create tantalizing lures to attract fish, expelling larvae onto their gills, while

Freshwater mussels employ diverse and ingenious reproductive strategies, often relying on fish as hosts. Some create tantalizing lures to attract fish, expelling larvae onto their gills, while others deploy larva packets on long strings. Researchers have now uncovered a novel tactic used by the endangered thick-shelled river mussel.

This mussel climbs streambanks, partially emerging from the water, and squirts larva-infused jets into the air and onto the surface. The resulting splashes attract fish, which mistake them for insects but inadvertently become hosts for the mussel larvae in their gills.

Learn more about this remarkable discovery: Remarkable Squirting Mussels Captured on Film

Indigenous science has long protected ecosystems, yet mainstream environmental solutions often overlook it. As climate crises intensify, young activists are reclaiming these knowledge systems,

Indigenous science has long protected ecosystems, yet mainstream environmental solutions often overlook it. As climate crises intensify, young activists are reclaiming these knowledge systems, challenging colonial frameworks, and fostering global solidarity.

Drawing from her family’s history and work at UC Berkeley and Project Planet, Shreya Chaudhuri explores how youth-led movements are centering Indigenous knowledge to reshape climate justice. True sustainability means reclaiming these foundational roots, not inventing new solutions. The critical question is: will we listen?