Alice Maggio, an advocate for place-based currencies and local economies, uses an apple tree metaphor to describe the factors essential for a healthy, sustainable economy. Her work focuses on

Alice Maggio, an advocate for place-based currencies and local economies, uses an apple tree metaphor to describe the factors essential for a healthy, sustainable economy. Her work focuses on educating communities about the role of local financial tools in fostering vibrant, just, and sustainable economies.

From 2012-2017, Alice served as Director of Programs and Executive Director of BerkShares, the Berkshire region’s local currency, at the Schumacher Center for a New Economics. She has been interviewed by PBS NewsHour and the History Channel, and represented her work at international conferences.

A graduate of Wesleyan University, Alice is currently pursuing her Master's at Tufts. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Global urbanization creates challenges for poverty reduction and sustainability. Xiaoxiang Zhu addresses this by developing a global model of urban areas, using satellite and social media data

Global urbanization creates challenges for poverty reduction and sustainability. Xiaoxiang Zhu addresses this by developing a global model of urban areas, using satellite and social media data with machine learning. Her models depict 3D building shapes, functions, and temporal changes. Open access to this data will enable broad global impacts, from improving slum conditions to providing more accurate census information.

A professor at TUM specializing in Signal Processing in Earth Observation, Xiaoxiang Zhu combines her lifelong fascination with space and mathematics in her work. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Addressing the inefficiency of single-occupant vehicles in traffic, Tommaso Gecchelin proposes "car jumping." This innovative transportation method allows commuters traveling in the same direction

Addressing the inefficiency of single-occupant vehicles in traffic, Tommaso Gecchelin proposes "car jumping." This innovative transportation method allows commuters traveling in the same direction to group more efficiently, providing door-to-door service while preserving individual autonomy.

Gecchelin, a physicist and industrial designer from Padua, Italy, co-founded NEXT to realize his vision for future mobility. Inspired by the correlations between science and design, he's transforming this concept into reality. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Rina Saeed Khan, an award-winning environmental journalist based in Islamabad, takes us on a journey through Pakistan's remarkable natural heritage, from mountains to mangroves.

A Chevening

Rina Saeed Khan, an award-winning environmental journalist based in Islamabad, takes us on a journey through Pakistan's remarkable natural heritage, from mountains to mangroves.

A Chevening Scholar, Rina received the Earth Journalism Award for climate change reporting. She has written extensively for publications like DAWN, Reuters Alertnet, and The Third Pole Network, and consulted for organizations including UNDP and WWF-Pakistan. She is the author of "From Mountains to Mangroves" and co-author of "Water in the Wilderness."

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

Tharparkar faces severe drought due to insufficient rainfall. Policy Maker Qasim Siraj Soomro advocates for integrating local wisdom into policy to mitigate this crisis. As a Provincial Assembly

Tharparkar faces severe drought due to insufficient rainfall. Policy Maker Qasim Siraj Soomro advocates for integrating local wisdom into policy to mitigate this crisis. As a Provincial Assembly member, Soomro has championed the rights of the Thari community, addressing water scarcity, related diseases, and nutritional issues. He introduced projects like small dams for water preservation, established health and education facilities, and implemented solar power. His efforts also include promoting tourism, improving road networks, and working to list Nanagarparkar with UNESCO, fostering hope for change.

This discussion occurred at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

John Dumelo is a prominent Ghanaian actor, farmer, and entrepreneur. An alumnus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and Achimota School, he is recognized for his diverse

John Dumelo is a prominent Ghanaian actor, farmer, and entrepreneur. An alumnus of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and Achimota School, he is recognized for his diverse contributions.

Beyond his acclaimed acting career, Dumelo launched the J. Melo clothing line in 2012, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit.

He delivered a TEDx talk on the critical topic of growing agriculture in Africa to feed the world. Learn more about TEDx events here.

In her talk, "The Buck stops with us," Rema K Giridhar discussed her team's commitment to environmental issues. She shared possibilities for minimizing greenhouse emissions from buildings and

In her talk, "The Buck stops with us," Rema K Giridhar discussed her team's commitment to environmental issues. She shared possibilities for minimizing greenhouse emissions from buildings and detailed the experience of constructing the world's second-highest ranking green building, rated by GBCI under LEED NC v2009.

Rema K Giridhar is the Director of SIERRA ODC Private Limited with over 20 years of experience, a consultant psychologist, educationist, and social entrepreneur. She actively propagates and volunteers in many social welfare projects. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Antonella Leone, an Italian researcher at the National Research Council (CNR), challenges common negative perceptions of sea jellies. In her talk, she explains their value as a precious resource,

Antonella Leone, an Italian researcher at the National Research Council (CNR), challenges common negative perceptions of sea jellies. In her talk, she explains their value as a precious resource, a core focus of her work.

Leone manages the GoJelly project, coordinated with GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. This initiative aims to reshape public understanding, highlighting sea jellies' potential as a valuable resource.

Her insights were shared at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

In 2018, then Year 11 student Esandi Kalugalage from Brisbane State High School delivered a captivating TEDx talk titled “The Great Population Debate.” She presented an economic and societal

In 2018, then Year 11 student Esandi Kalugalage from Brisbane State High School delivered a captivating TEDx talk titled “The Great Population Debate.” She presented an economic and societal analysis of Australia's population growth, questioning if it was too rapid and if the nation was adequately prepared.

Esandi's insights and data intrigued the audience. Her talk was part of an independently organized TEDx event, which follows the TED conference format. For more information on TEDx, visit ted.com/tedx.