The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted women and minorities in the workforce. As we plan for recovery, how can we build an inclusive, green economy that ensures climate resilience and

The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted women and minorities in the workforce. As we plan for recovery, how can we build an inclusive, green economy that ensures climate resilience and leaves no one behind?

Join a discussion on this vital topic with Julian Brave NoiseCat (Data for Progress), Julie Pullen (Jupiter Intelligence), and Alicia Seiger (Stanford University). This program is generously underwritten by Bank of the West.

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Climate change presents a critical threat, making a green transition essential for humanity's survival. Innovation is the key solution to this global challenge.

As a high school student in

Climate change presents a critical threat, making a green transition essential for humanity's survival. Innovation is the key solution to this global challenge.

As a high school student in Warsaw, I am passionate about economics, physics, and computer science, especially AI. I deeply believe artificial intelligence and technological progress can positively transform our world. I am also an enthusiast of electric cars.

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

Humans have profoundly impacted the planet, ushering in the Anthropocene. Ivo Kennedy explores urban agriculture's vital role in society and individual lives. He investigates how systems, from

Humans have profoundly impacted the planet, ushering in the Anthropocene. Ivo Kennedy explores urban agriculture's vital role in society and individual lives. He investigates how systems, from large-scale hydroponics to community gardens, can reinvent agriculture and foster nature appreciation, even within cities.

Amid environmental crisis, Kennedy, a public health graduate student, reflects on his love for both nature and vibrant city life. He considers how urban agriculture can transform gray skylines into green spaces, helping achieve environmental sustainability in energy-demanding cityscapes. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Philosopher Chef Lynn Ahn explores how to reconcile the desire for comforting meals with ethical practice. She addresses the challenge of our inherent fears and desires pushing us away from

Philosopher Chef Lynn Ahn explores how to reconcile the desire for comforting meals with ethical practice. She addresses the challenge of our inherent fears and desires pushing us away from "harmless" food, seeking to create dishes that satisfy the body and five senses.

Ahn's work focuses on realizing the seemingly contradictory values of "consolation of desire" and "ethical practice" at our table. This talk, presented at a TEDx event, delves into her unique attempts to achieve this balance. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Henderson, Nevada's conservation and sustainability plan offers a global model, having successfully reduced the city's carbon dioxide impact by 40%. Environmental Manager Christene Klimek, who

Henderson, Nevada's conservation and sustainability plan offers a global model, having successfully reduced the city's carbon dioxide impact by 40%. Environmental Manager Christene Klimek, who launched a city-wide environmental management program in 2018, led the "Green Team" in implementing these innovative changes.

Klimek brings extensive experience, including 15 years as an environmental advisor at NV Energy, where she supported compliance and spearheaded sustainability reporting. She holds a Bachelor of Science in biology from Gonzaga University and a Master of Science in environmental policy and management from the University of Denver. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The concept of indefinite growth clashes with finite resources, making sustainability a crucial, albeit broadly defined, journey. Breaking this long-term goal into manageable tasks yields

The concept of indefinite growth clashes with finite resources, making sustainability a crucial, albeit broadly defined, journey. Breaking this long-term goal into manageable tasks yields significant benefits: lower costs, increased customer satisfaction, staff productivity, and valuable PR.

André, founder of Ecolution Consulting, is an electro-mechanical engineer and Renewable Energy Professional. His expertise, honed through projects like Africa’s Greenest Hotel and a 14-month Antarctic expedition, focuses on system efficiency and robustness. He specializes in Net Zero, LEED, and Green Star SA.

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

Gao Jian, a Master of Landscape Architecture and founder of Gaiascape, champions participatory and sustainable design. He transformed a bare school space for migrant children into a vibrant garden

Gao Jian, a Master of Landscape Architecture and founder of Gaiascape, champions participatory and sustainable design. He transformed a bare school space for migrant children into a vibrant garden and mobilizes residents to create natural, low-cost community gardens. These projects demonstrate that sustainable living environments are accessible to everyone.

Through Gaiascape, Gao Jian provides public sustainable design education and practical ecological opportunities, cultivating a societal green lifestyle. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Atanas, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, is a designer and entrepreneur passionate about sustainable innovation. He co-founded Biomyc, a company developing eco-friendly products from novel materials

Atanas, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, is a designer and entrepreneur passionate about sustainable innovation. He co-founded Biomyc, a company developing eco-friendly products from novel materials for the packaging and automotive industries, aiming to advance humanity's progress through sustainable solutions.

Biomyc launched Bulgaria's first fully biodegradable mushroom mycelium packaging in 2020. They now collaborate with Mercedes-Benz Germany on 3D-printed car parts from plant-based plastic alternatives. Recognized as Europe's Best Green Startup and a Top30 Cleantech Startup, Biomyc recently joined Startup Autobahn, initiating pilot projects with Mercedes-Benz.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

On January 20, Max Wilbert joined Tiokasin Ghosthorse on First Voices Indigenous Radio to discuss Lithium Americas' "greenwashed" mining proposal for Thacker Pass. At the time, a protest camp had

On January 20, Max Wilbert joined Tiokasin Ghosthorse on First Voices Indigenous Radio to discuss Lithium Americas' "greenwashed" mining proposal for Thacker Pass. At the time, a protest camp had been active at the site for 25 days.

Learn more about the ongoing efforts to protect Thacker Pass at protectthackerpass.org.

Audio from First Voices Indigenous Radio (January 20, 2021) by Tiokasin Ghosthorse is used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Video and photography are by Max Wilbert; artwork "Guernica Pass" is by Travis London.

Jusen Asuka's talk, "Fall and Rise of Japan’s Climate Policy," addresses the nation's climate policy, which was active only briefly (e.g., the 1997 Kyoto Protocol) before becoming largely

Jusen Asuka's talk, "Fall and Rise of Japan’s Climate Policy," addresses the nation's climate policy, which was active only briefly (e.g., the 1997 Kyoto Protocol) before becoming largely inactive. He proposes concrete steps for Japan’s green recovery to revive it.

Professor Asuka is with Tohoku University’s Center for Northeast Asian Studies. He previously directed the climate change group at the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies (IGES). Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo and an MBA from INSEAD, his expertise spans energy and environmental policy, and international cooperation.

This talk was given at a TEDx event.