The planet is changing rapidly, necessitating urgent environmental solutions. Dr. Bertocchini, initially researching embryo development, expanded her work into bioremediation.

She discovered that *Galleria mellonella* larvae, commonly known as wax worms, can rapidly biodegrade polyethylene (PE), the world's most produced and resilient plastic. This unique speed, faster than any other known biological method, is thought to stem from the larvae's natural ability to consume wax, a complex molecule similar to PE.

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

Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini (Dr. Dave Courchene), a respected Anishinaabe Elder and Knowledge Keeper, shares a vision of hope for Mother Earth and Humankind. He emphasizes ancient teachings, particularly the Seven Sacred Laws, as a foundation for living with kindness and fostering a change of heart.

As the founder of the Turtle Lodge International Centre for Indigenous Education and Wellness and Chair of the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers, Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini promotes reconnecting with the Earth and ancestral knowledge.

Learn more about the Turtle Lodge and the National Turtle Lodge Council of Knowledge Keepers by visiting their website: www.turtlelodge.org. Follow them on social media: Facebook (@turtlelodge), Twitter (@turtlelodge), and Instagram (@theturtlelodge).

Alexia Leclercq delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards, held virtually on October 14.

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David Baldwin delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards. This virtual event took place on October 14.

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Artemisio Romero y Carver delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards. This virtual event was held on October 14.

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Alexandria Gordon delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards. This virtual event took place on October 14.

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Peter Pham delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards, a virtual event held on October 14.

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Sonja Michaluk delivered a speech at the 2021 Brower Youth Awards. This virtual event took place on October 14.

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Sanaalee Troupe, an activist and organizer, addresses the often-overlooked issues of marginalization and inequality within environmentalism, particularly for people of color. Her work emphasizes creating a more sustainable and inclusive world by highlighting these injustices and advocating for change.

Passionate about empowering youth and BIPOC activists, Sanaalee founded the Cleaner Oceans Institute in 2019, promoting environmental justice through intersectional approaches. She also serves as Director of Logistics for This is Zero Hour NYC, organizing climate strikes and rallies. Her focus includes critical race theory and dismantling oppressive systems.

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Dr. Bianca Benitez's TEDx talk, "From Seeds to Success- Recognizing the Value of Our Development," encourages us to pause and celebrate personal growth and achievements. A beloved AP Biology teacher at Coppell High School, Dr. Benitez inspires students daily with her passion for AP Biology.

Dr. Benitez holds degrees in Kinesiology, Anatomy, and a Doctor of Chiropractic. Her career began as a clinic doctor, where she taught and mentored student interns in patient care. This experience ignited her love for teaching, leading her to pursue an alternative certification program that merged her medical background with her newfound passion. This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Indian farmers face significant challenges from nutrient deficiencies and pest attacks, impacting yield and safety. Amandeep Panwar's company, BharatRohan, addresses this by using drones and artificial intelligence to predict these problems early, enabling farmers to take quick preventative action.

Panwar and co-founder Rishabh Choudhary established BharatRohan Airborne Innovations in 2015 after observing farmers' struggles with early threat identification. Their drones utilize hyperspectral imaging cameras to detect minuscule color changes in crops, foreshadowing potential issues.

BharatRohan's subscription service offers farmers crucial advice throughout the crop season, boosting yields and cutting production costs. The company currently serves over 4,000 farmers across 10,000 acres. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Keyi, Head of Voiz Sustainable Development China, delivered a TEDx talk addressing contemporary environmental issues. She introduced concepts like circular economy and "greenwash," sharing her insights on sustainable development and inspiring audience participation in a greener future.

A Land Economy student at Cambridge, Keyi also serves as Vice President of the Cambridge Consulting Society and founded two other university societies. Her diverse background spans economics, environment, finance, and law. Notably, she secured a competitive Bank of England internship in her freshman year.

This talk was independently organized as part of a local TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Emma Chow from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, outlines the challenges in maximizing food utilization and transitioning to a circular food economy. The Foundation drives this shift through business, learning, insights, and communications.

Explore their work, including the "Big Food Redesign" study: The big food redesign: Making nature-positive food the norm. Subscribe for more videos: Ellen MacArthur Foundation YouTube. Find out more: ellenmacarthurfoundation.org. Follow them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

A new leadership approach is vital for navigating today's complex, "wicked problems." These multi-faceted, dynamic challenges lack easy solutions and demand a systems thinking mindset.

Join experts from CISL’s HRH Prince of Wales’s Business and Sustainability Programme Global Steering Committee. Discover how they engage senior leaders in tackling fundamental, messy challenges by moving beyond the search for simple answers.

Deep retrofitting UK buildings offers significant economic, social, and environmental benefits.

While the necessary solutions are largely proven, this session will focus on the finance, policy, and regulatory measures needed to accelerate their widespread deployment.

Join CCL's State and Local Media Coordinator Charlotte Ward for a training on effectively utilizing CCL's media resources. Learn to advocate for an ambitious carbon price in the reconciliation process by customizing op-eds, requesting editorials, writing local letters to the editor, and amplifying your media work on social media.

This training outlines key steps for media engagement, from becoming a media manager and finding LTE opportunities to boosting op-ed visibility and leveraging social media. Access further resources: [Presentation Slides](https://cclusa.org/jump-start-media-slides), [CCL Community Training Page](https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/372), [Print Media Resources](https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources#media-relations).

Many misunderstand climate change, leading to inaction from individuals and powerful entities. Abhiir Bhalla emphasizes that understanding the problem, not just awareness, is crucial for global citizens to take impactful action and alleviate our environmental impact.

Bhalla, a dynamic environmentalist, began his journey combating air pollution in Delhi. He now serves as Director of Operations and Community Engagement at Care for Air. Recognized as ‘Friend of The Tiger’ and chosen to represent India alongside UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and Sir David Attenborough, Bhalla inspires simple measures for a sustainable future. This message was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Eighteen-year-old David Baldwin, inspired by the Everglades, developed a passion for Florida's ecology. At 14, he joined the Everglades Restoration Ambassadors, a nonprofit dedicated to removing nonnative plants. He also educates elementary students using his own modules.

Baldwin's educational programs stem from his research, which began in 2017. Interning at Florida Atlantic University, he studied Caesar's weed, investigating its germination and spread. His findings led him to theorize land-management practices, including hands-on removal and prescribed burns, to control this invasive species.

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Sonja Michaluk, 18, has secured significant environmental victories, including modifying a national pipeline project to protect wetlands and conserving over 50 acres in Central New Jersey. Her dedication to aquatic environments began at age six, fostering a passion for rigorous citizen science.

These achievements are driven by her 2017 Conservation Communities Initiative. This project encourages people to monitor and protect local aquatic habitats, advocating for data-driven environmental decisions. The initiative operates a microbiology and genetics lab, utilizing Michaluk's genetics-based bioassessment method to identify threatened, endangered, and nonnative species from trace samples.

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Peter Pham, an organizer with Turnout4Transit, champions environmental and transit justice. Motivated by a two-hour bus commute to community college, he advocates for improved public transit in the San Jose metropolitan region, aiming to reduce emissions, ease congestion, and increase access to opportunities.

Pham recently helped pass a three-county ballot measure generating $100 million for rail services. Despite pandemic-related revenue decreases, he also successfully pushed the Santa Clara transit agency to limit bus service cuts, ensuring continued access for underserved communities.

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