Climate change demands our immediate action. This talk provides a comprehensive guide to reducing waste and aligning sustainable values with daily actions. Discover how individual efforts can

Climate change demands our immediate action. This talk provides a comprehensive guide to reducing waste and aligning sustainable values with daily actions. Discover how individual efforts can inspire large-scale change and positively impact our planet, serving as a catalyst for fundamental lifestyle change.

Speaker Isabel, a junior at Jones, founded greenteen, a company merging entrepreneurship and sustainability. Passionate about creating a positive impact on people, animals, and the planet, she presented this talk at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Nineteen-year-old KULeuven business student Fanny Everard co-founded the What About Waste (WAW) movement last October with friends Manuela and Betty. Concerned by daily plastic use, WAW aims to

Nineteen-year-old KULeuven business student Fanny Everard co-founded the What About Waste (WAW) movement last October with friends Manuela and Betty. Concerned by daily plastic use, WAW aims to raise awareness about plastic consumption in society, promoting their emblematic Strawaws reusable straw.

Fanny encourages others to create similar initiatives for other single-use plastic items. This message was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Humanity is in debt with an ever-increasing overdraft to Mother Nature, a primary threat stemming from over-exploitation of natural resources.

Svetlana Nikolaenko, an environmental and

Humanity is in debt with an ever-increasing overdraft to Mother Nature, a primary threat stemming from over-exploitation of natural resources.

Svetlana Nikolaenko, an environmental and social risk management expert at a multinational bank in London, explores this critical topic.

Her TEDx talk discusses humanity's accumulating environmental debt crisis and proposes manageable steps to avert disaster. Learn more about TEDx events here.

American democracy often excludes youth, despite public policy significantly impacting their lives. Young people possess powerful, dynamic voices ready to contribute to policymaking. It's time to

American democracy often excludes youth, despite public policy significantly impacting their lives. Young people possess powerful, dynamic voices ready to contribute to policymaking. It's time to challenge negative perceptions and redefine inclusivity to ensure youth are fully represented.

Amanda Schuerman, an 18-year-old community activist from Gilbert, Arizona, exemplifies this call for change. She serves as Southwest Regional Director for March For Our Lives and Captain of her Speech and Debate team, planning a career in nonprofit law. This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Central banks could easily finance climate change and energy transition, stimulating productive investment and amplifying labor supply.

This perspective comes from Bruno Colmant, a

Central banks could easily finance climate change and energy transition, stimulating productive investment and amplifying labor supply.

This perspective comes from Bruno Colmant, a distinguished banker, academic, and author of over 75 books. He is a Titular Member of the Royal Academy of Science of Belgium, President of the Belgian Finance Club, and Head of macro research at Degroof Petercam. An expert in finance and monetary theory, Colmant's recent research addresses climate change and its financing.

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

After rowing the Atlantic and witnessing extensive plastic pollution, Met Office scientist Kate Salmon and her "Row for the Ocean" crew founded Plastic Free Exeter. Their goal is to make Exeter

After rowing the Atlantic and witnessing extensive plastic pollution, Met Office scientist Kate Salmon and her "Row for the Ocean" crew founded Plastic Free Exeter. Their goal is to make Exeter the UK's largest single-use 'plastic-free' city by 2020, demonstrating how local action can unite communities in addressing environmental challenges.

This talk, presented at TEDxExeter 2019 under the theme "The Art of the Possible," encourages reflection on our shared future amidst societal divisions. Learn more about TEDxExeter at [www.tedxexeter.com](http://www.tedxexeter.com). For details on TEDx events, visit [https://www.ted.com/tedx](https://www.ted.com/tedx).

Joy is the founder of BasicYeh, an online zero-waste store that guides individuals on their plastic-free journeys with products and tips.

A graduate of HK Baptist University, Joy previously

Joy is the founder of BasicYeh, an online zero-waste store that guides individuals on their plastic-free journeys with products and tips.

A graduate of HK Baptist University, Joy previously worked in a top PR agency before returning to study design. She is passionate about sustainability, aiming to spread her message through eco-friendly creations. Joy also dedicates part of BasicYeh's revenue to support basic education and improve living conditions for underprivileged children, emphasizing her belief in giving back and educating the next generation.

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

The pervasive presence of plastic and packaging often makes a zero-waste lifestyle seem unattainable. In her TEDx talk, Elisah challenges this notion, demonstrating that living without waste is

The pervasive presence of plastic and packaging often makes a zero-waste lifestyle seem unattainable. In her TEDx talk, Elisah challenges this notion, demonstrating that living without waste is indeed achievable. She shares her personal journey and provides practical tips, encouraging audiences to embrace a sustainable future.

As a psychologist, Elisah is driven by understanding and influencing human behavior for collective benefit. Having practiced zero waste for 3.5 years, she leads the 10,000-member Zero Waste Nederland community. Her mission is to make zero waste living accessible to everyone, guiding us towards a fully circular future.

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

Prasanna Murthy, a civil engineer, transitioned to natural farming. He serves as Karnataka State Co-ordinator for the Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) movement, a non-profit promoting

Prasanna Murthy, a civil engineer, transitioned to natural farming. He serves as Karnataka State Co-ordinator for the Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) movement, a non-profit promoting sustainable agriculture.

Murthy has conducted thousands of workshops, educating farmers, economists, and scientists on Dr. Subhash Palekar's natural farming methods. He also focuses on agricultural tool research and development. His talk, "Zero Budget Natural Farming," explores a zero-investment approach to maximize farm yield, highlighting environmental concerns and encouraging agriculture as a profession.

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

This talk, presented by a Howell High School junior and vegan enthusiast, explores the negative environmental impact of the meat industry. It discusses practical ways to lessen this

This talk, presented by a Howell High School junior and vegan enthusiast, explores the negative environmental impact of the meat industry. It discusses practical ways to lessen this impact.

This presentation was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local program following the TED conference format. Learn more about TEDx here.