Premiered November 1, 2022, this discussion explores Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. AI, defined as computer systems performing human-like tasks such as visual perception and speech recognition, is transforming education. It improves quality and access to knowledge, optimizing learning patterns and automating tasks for students and teachers.

In this AI for Good Perspectives event, Professor Mérouane Debbah, Chief Researcher at TII's AI and Digital Science Research Center, details how data and AI revolutionize education. He also addresses shaping national policies to advance equal learning, a core UN Sustainable Development Goal. Debbah is also a professor at CentraleSupélec and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence.

The ITU and 12 partners developed the "Toolkit on Digital Transformation for People-Oriented Cities and Communities" to strengthen technical and institutional capacities for urban digital transformation. This toolkit connects technological solutions for urban operations, empowering authorities to adopt cutting-edge technologies for more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable societies.

It offers insights on international standards, guidance, and use-cases for emerging technologies like AI, alongside reports on digital transformation. Universally beneficial, the Toolkit supports cities, communities, regions, and countries regardless of their development level or status. An AI for Good Webinar will explore its benefits for driving digital transformation within the smart city ecosystem.

Global wildfires are intensifying due to climate and land-use changes, with a projected 30% increase by 2050. Mitigating this growing risk is crucial for protecting human health and ecosystems.

Robots are increasingly vital for first responders, detecting, monitoring, and extinguishing blazes in hazardous environments too dangerous for human entry. An AI for Good webinar, streamed on January 18, 2023, showcased the next generation of autonomous firefighting robots, designed to work alongside emergency workers, enhancing safety and effectiveness on the front line.

The global food system, responsible for 20-30% of greenhouse gas emissions, seeks sustainable rice production. Many farmers are adopting the System of Rice Intensification (SRI), an agroecological method that reduces water, methane, and chemicals, while boosting yields and cutting labor.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, promotes a circular economy. This design-led model eliminates waste, pollution, circulates materials, and regenerates nature, aligning with sustainable practices.

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Notpla, an Earthshot Prize-winning startup co-founded by Pierre Paslier, creates innovative packaging from seaweed and plants. Their solutions, including edible bubbles and biodegradable containers, offer sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics, composting to nourish new growth. Watch their CEShow episode to learn more: Notpla CEShow.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy. This design-driven approach eliminates waste and pollution, circulates products, and regenerates nature. Explore their work and subscribe for insights: YouTube | Website | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn.

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This segment addresses critical issues such as lithium mining, the protection of Thacker Pass (Peehee Muh'uh), electric vehicles (EVs), and climate justice.

After weeks of protests, legal action, and public comments, the last shipping container from former Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey's rogue border wall was removed. This anti-immigrant symbol sliced through a vital wildlife corridor, impacting endangered jaguars and ocelots. The Center's Russ McSpadden called it "perhaps the only major border wall removed globally since the Berlin Wall." Taxpayers, however, still pay millions for Ducey's destructive stunt.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to securing a future for all species. We protect lands, waters, and climate, believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature.

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The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), founded in 1988, activates global leadership to transform economies for people, nature, and climate. Learn more at https://www.cisl.cam.ac.uk/.

Impact-led, independent, and evidence-based, CISL builds movements through foresight, education, convening, and innovation. We connect leaders across business, finance, policy, and technology to drive faster, scalable results for a sustainable future.

Headquartered in Cambridge, with offices in South Africa and Belgium, CISL leverages a global community of over 30,000 leaders and pioneers to catalyse positive impact worldwide.

Our two-day Circular Disruptors Accelerator convened over twenty founders, each presenting sustainable innovations ranging from low-carbon alternatives to disruptive solutions.

Participants engaged in intense training, encouraging radical thinking and providing opportunities to perfect their product pitches.

On November 30, 2022, the European Commission released its latest circular economy policies, notably the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. CLG Europe’s Taskforce on Climate Neutral and Circular Materials and Products hosted an event to gather initial stakeholder responses from policymakers, businesses, and third-sector organizations.

The event focused on integrating these new policies into a wider circular European economy, providing a progressive business view. Speakers included Virginijus Sinkevičius, European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries, alongside other high-level experts.

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Battery passports utilize blockchain technology to track battery components and their lifecycle, fostering transparency and encouraging sustainable supply chains. This enables informed consumer choices and facilitates a circular economy. The EU has provisionally mandated battery passports from 2026.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions the circular economy. Watch Ellen MacArthur discuss an energy vision in this #wef23 video. For more, subscribe to our YouTube channel, visit our website, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

National Geographic Explorer Carlton Ward Jr. and a coalition document the critical fight to save the Florida panther and the Everglades from ecological collapse. Their film, "Path of the Panther," is the culmination of over five years of field research and unprecedented footage, capturing wild panthers as never before. This project inspired the Florida Wildlife Corridor Act, a groundbreaking blueprint for global habitat conservation.

"Path of the Panther" premiered in over 40 Florida theaters on February 24, 2023. It will air on National Geographic and stream on Disney+ this spring.

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Happy New Year! Join the Circular Economy Show to discover how NOTPLA won the £1 million Earthshot Prize for substituting plastic with seaweed. We'll also feature Londoners transforming their city with a circular economy, explore regenerative food production minimizing emissions in India and the US, and ask our experts big questions.

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European business networks are actively pursuing climate ambition, recognizing the economic, social, and environmental benefits of transitioning to a climate-neutral, sustainable Europe. A recent event convened these networks with policymakers to discuss how businesses can advance Europe’s climate neutrality and the "Fit for 55" package, especially amidst the energy challenges from the Ukraine war and RePowerEU.

Speakers presented business-led solutions to scale renewable energy, boost efficiency, accelerate industrial decarbonization, and stimulate green investments. Discussions focused on policies empowering businesses to address the climate and energy crisis while enhancing the EU’s sustainable competitiveness. Chaired by Ursula Woodburn of CLG Europe, the event featured key policymakers and business leaders.

For inquiries, contact Romain.Pardo@cisl.cam.ac.uk.

This #CircularEconomyShow teaser explores the global collaboration needed for a modern, reduced-emission economy. Experts, including Philipp Hildebrand and BlackRock's Paul Bodar, discuss overcoming challenges to de-risk green investments and agree on a unified pathway for climate action. Watch the video to learn more.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, champions a circular economy that eliminates waste, circulates materials, and regenerates nature. Subscribe to their YouTube channel for more insights. Find additional information at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org, and follow them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Global political expert Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group, identifies "Rogue Russia" as the biggest risk of 2023. In a world facing complex challenges like wars, water shortages, and inflation, Eurasia Group provides essential analysis. For 25 years, their political science expertise has helped investors and decision-makers understand how global politics impact risks and opportunities.

Explore Eurasia Group's full 2023 Top Risks report and watch the complete interview with Ian Bremmer. You can also subscribe to Big Think on YouTube and read the video transcript for more insights.

This webinar will gather reactions from key players to the second Circular Economy Package policies, released November 30, 2022. It provides a unique platform for policymakers, businesses, and third-sector organizations to discuss their expectations for the package and foster dialogue.

Key participants include Virginijus Sinkevičius (European Commissioner for Environment, Oceans and Fisheries), Mattia Pellegrini (Head of Unit, European Commission), MEP Sirpa Pietikäinen (European Parliament), Marta Lima Basto (Ministry of the Economy and Maritime Affairs, Portugal), Ioana Popescu (ECOS), Larissa Copello (Zero Waste Europe), Ramon Arratia (Ball Corporation), and Caterina Rocca (Rockwool).

Male mason wasps have evolved a unique defense: using spiked genitals to mimic a female's venomous sting. Lacking true stingers, males deter predators like tree frogs by faking one with spines on their reproductive organs. A 2022 study found this strategy 35% effective, compared to females' 87% escape rate with real stingers.

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