Guillaume de Morsier, a Swiss architect and urban designer at Kunik de Morsier, develops a radical approach to ecological urban transformation, blending secular traditions with innovative future ideas.

His intervention was the fourth part of "The Architecture of Transition" conference, which explored how our built environment shapes sustainable futures. Imagination, precision, and agency are vital traits for creative design in this context.

Find other interventions [here](https://www.youtube.com/user/TEDxTalks/search?query=braillard). This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx [here](https://www.ted.com/tedx).

Architect Stefano Boeri, president of Triennale di Milano and a member of the Greater Geneva international consultation group, explored urban sustainability. He emphasized cities as dynamic social spaces that open new horizons for development.

Boeri's intervention, featuring collaborators like Michel Desvigne, was part of "The Architecture of Transition" conference. This series explores how the built environment is central to future sustainable lives, demanding imagination and precise agency for change.

Find other interventions from the conference here: YouTube. Learn more about TEDx events at TED.com/tedx.

Mayra Catalán-Orozco is the Community Partnerships Manager at The Health Trust and a Community Engager with Mothers Out Front, both Silicon Valley nonprofits. Passionate about environmental health, she also chairs the Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter's 20's & 30's group. Mayra holds a Bachelor's in Health Science from California State University, Long Beach, and enjoys outdoor activities with her husband.

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

We face a critical choice: prioritize life on Earth or perpetuate consumeristic industrial culture. All evidence indicates we cannot sustain both.

This urgent message, from a video recorded last week, underscores the fight to #ProtectThackerPass. It highlights concerns about #Lithium mining in #Nevada, #Greenwashing, and its impact on places like #Peeheemuhuh, challenging what are seen as #brightgreenlies.

Your participation is vital in this effort. #weneedyouhere.

Explore seven tree varieties, along with helpful conifers and shrubs, that feed and shelter pollinators. This springtime parade will simplify your garden choices.

Sarah Blake, an HR professional with 20+ years in talent management, founded Earthology after studying Sustainability at Cambridge. She helps companies and individuals adopt sustainable practices, emphasizing SDG 17 and teamwork for climate action. Sarah enables businesses to be "Planet Positive," reducing risk, retaining staff, and increasing revenue. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Climate change severely impacts regions like the Gulf of Mexico, threatening livelihoods. Young people, disproportionately affected, are leading the fight for environmental policy but are often excluded from critical solution discussions. Including diverse young environmentalists is crucial for effective action.

Armon Alex, a young climate activist, co-founded the Gulf of Mexico Youth Climate Summit and Project WAVES, a student-led water quality initiative. He empowers young leaders in climate communication and serves on Corpus Christi's Environmental Task Force. Maggie Peacock, also a co-founder of the Gulf of Mexico Youth Climate Summit, works with youth organizations and hosts community events. Both advocate for diverse perspectives in global climate solutions. Learn more: [Armon Alex](https://linktr.ee/ArmonAlex), [Maggie Peacock](https://www.facebook.com/maggie.peacock.9066/), [TEDx](https://www.ted.com/tedx).

Join Jim Warne of the Oglala Lakota Nation in a program co-presented with the Climate Reality Project Bay Area Chapter. Warne, a motivational speaker and award-winning documentary creator, discusses Native American history and fostering relationships for effective climate progress.

Warne highlights a critical gap in American education regarding diverse Native American histories, noting that many outside the U.S. are better informed. He stresses the importance of accurate historical teaching to overcome ignorance and intolerance.

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Laura Vicaria, CSR Manager at MUD Jeans, discusses their circular business model, highlighting how leasing jeans offers customers a new way to reduce environmental impact.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, insights, and communications.

Subscribe for more videos on their YouTube channel. Learn more about their work and connect via their website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

This training, led by CCL Board Chair Dr. Ross Astoria, explores Border Carbon Adjustments (BCAs). It covers BCA fundamentals, constitutional and trade legality, practical implementation, and associated constraints.

Key topics include the history of international trade, tariffs, BCA design for fossil fuels and carbon-intensive goods, and global diplomacy considerations.

Further resources are available: a separate Q&A video, presentation slides, and the CCL Community Training Page.

This TEDx talk presents a unique perspective: Africa's energy deficit as an opportunity to lead global renewable energy acceleration. Gassim, originally from Guinea and fluent in six languages, holds an MBA from Dongguk University. He is an experienced project manager and international development consultant, specializing in renewable energy across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Gassim is dedicated to empowering the next generation of African leaders by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions to the continent's education and business sectors. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Dr. Jonathan Kolby, long fascinated by reptiles and amphibians, is dedicated to preventing their extinction in Honduras. A global chytrid fungus outbreak severely threatens frog populations, especially in cloud forests like Cusuco National Park.

Kolby founded the Honduras Amphibian Conservation and Rescue Center to treat sick frogs from Cusuco, preparing them for reintroduction. His mission also includes sharing Honduras' incredible biodiversity and fostering greater involvement of local students in conservation.

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

Dame Ellen MacArthur explains how a circular economy works and its role in tackling climate change. The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates this transition through business, learning, and insights.

For more insightful videos, subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation on YouTube. Explore our work and connect with us via our website or social media: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. #CircularEconomy #EllenMacArthur

Anita Soina, a 21-year-old environmental activist and Public Relations student at Multimedia University of Kenya, advocates for individual action to protect the planet. In her talk, she urges policymakers to recognize the climate crisis for what it truly is.

Passionate about social change and environmental policy, Anita delivered this message at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at TEDx website.

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Global Water Dances is a visionary initiative combining participatory art and environmental activism. It uses dance and film to promote water preservation and conservation through community engagement, connecting a worldwide community of artists and environmentalists.

Anja Schäplitz, a freelance dance artist and educator, co-founded Tanz & Theater in PHYNIX, a non-profit supporting socially-engaged dance. She focuses on participative, site-specific projects, believing in cultural power to address societal challenges and foster a more just, humane society through collaboration.

Nisha Bora's TEDx talk confronts the disconnect between sustainability's widespread discussion and its limited practice. She powerfully illustrates how human actions impact the planet, posing critical questions about implementing sustainable practices in complex situations, and emphasizing our role in environmental conservation for future generations. Her practical "5-R tips" are essential for daily life.

An inspiring social entrepreneur from Assam, Nisha Bora has dedicated over 15 years to social impact projects and ecosystem preservation. She co-founded the award-winning social enterprise ‘Elrhino Paper’. This talk was independently organized as a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Recent corporate scandals have intensified scrutiny on governance. Renowned global economist and author Dambisa Moyo argues for more transparent, knowledgeable, diverse, and deeply involved boards to improve corporate ethics and benefit employees, shareholders, and society.

Join Dr. Moyo on **Wednesday, May 12, at 3:00 PM PDT** as she shares insights on these crucial steps. She will be in conversation with Jonathan Rosenberg, former Senior Vice President at Google and Manager Adviser at Alphabet.

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This episode of The Circular Economy Show explores how circular economy practices help companies achieve their climate targets. As organizations increasingly focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, understanding innovative solutions is crucial.

We feature Chad Frischmann from Project Drawdown, discussing climate solutions beyond renewable energy, encompassing broader social, technological, and economic transformations. Also joining us are Laura Vicaria from MUD Jeans, sharing their circular business model, and James Lundström from Volvo Cars, detailing the automotive manufacturer's circular economy approaches to climate impact. Powered by Restream.

Darcy Roehling, a global executive with over 25 years of international leadership experience, launched the "women17" podcast in 2020. Her extensive background includes senior roles in multinational companies, leading Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and empowering women through volunteering.

The "women17" podcast highlights women worldwide who are advancing the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in their communities. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Brandon Dennison, founder and CEO of Coalfield Development, presented his innovative 33-6-3 Workforce Development Model. This model integrates 33 hours of on-the-job training, 6 hours of higher education, and 3 hours of personal development weekly, transforming workers and rebuilding the Appalachian economy by empowering individuals and communities impacted by economic crises.

Dennison, a lifelong West Virginian, leads Coalfield Development, which has launched over 50 social enterprises and trained over 1,200 people facing employment barriers. He holds a Master of Public Affairs from Indiana University.

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

Adam Met, a member of the multi-platinum band AJR and UN Development Advocate, proposes using the music industry's "engagement ladder" to inspire public action against climate change. He brings a unique, interdisciplinary perspective, intersecting music, technology, policy, and academia.

With over 2 billion streams worldwide, Met is also Executive Director of Sustainable Partners Inc., a nonprofit focused on sustainability engagement, and is pursuing a PhD in International Human Rights Law and Sustainable Development. He hosts the podcast Planet Reimagined and writes for publications like Billboard and Fortune.

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