Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute (WRI), highlights the evolving global economy, stating, "We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia." WRI is a global research organization with over 1000 experts working in more than 80 countries, including offices across Brazil, China, India, and the United States.

With a PhD in economics, Dr. Steer brings extensive experience from the World Bank, where he served as Special Envoy for Climate Change and held other senior roles. He is also a Commissioner for the Global Commission on Adaptation, a Global Agenda Trustee for the World Economic Forum, and a member of several key environmental and development initiatives.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Mark Reynolds, Executive Director of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL), has overseen rapid organizational growth, with CCL doubling or tripling in size annually during his tenure.

Leveraging his background as a private sector trainer and consultant, Reynolds empowers citizens to educate stakeholders on national climate solutions. A globally-recognized expert in finding common ground on energy, public policy, and the environment, he has presented at events like the Yale Project on Climate Change Communication.

Join CCL: https://cclusa.org/join

In her CCL plenary, Katharine Hayhoe explores how our beliefs and values shape identity and climate conversations. She addresses climate change's political polarization, noting that agreement on scientific facts often correlates with political views rather than scientific knowledge.

Hayhoe discusses strategies for fostering constructive dialogue to bridge divides, moving us forward together on this crucial topic. For more insights, explore Global Weirding, Dr. Hayhoe's Website, Join CCL, and Science Moms.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, representing 3 million businesses, advocates for a market-based solution to climate change.

They believe Congress should craft durable climate policy that fosters innovation and investment for significant emissions reductions. This policy must also prevent economic harm to businesses, consumers, and disadvantaged communities.

Dr. Jiang Nanqing examines the environmental impact of motor vehicles, proposing blockchain technology to incentivize reduced driving and reward car owners for lowering carbon emissions.

Her distinguished career includes serving at the UN Environment China Office (2008-2018) and leading the Plastic Recycling Branch of China Synthetic Resin Association (2018-2020). Since 2020, she chairs Beijing Green Inclusive Network Technology Co., Ltd., developing a green travel platform, and serves as Secretary-General for the All-China Environmental Protection Federation's Green Cycle Inclusive Committee.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Gao Jian, a Master of Landscape Architecture and founder of Gaiascape, champions participatory and sustainable design. He transformed a bare school space for migrant children into a vibrant garden and mobilizes residents to create natural, low-cost community gardens. These projects demonstrate that sustainable living environments are accessible to everyone.

Through Gaiascape, Gao Jian provides public sustainable design education and practical ecological opportunities, cultivating a societal green lifestyle. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The circular economy is gaining traction in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), prompting eight institutions to launch the LAC Circular Economy Coalition. This initiative supports countries and fosters multi-stakeholder collaboration.

A recent panel discussion, streamed live on February 16th, featured coalition representatives including Adriana Zacarias Farah (UNEP), Rose Mwebaza (CTCN), Luisa Santiago (Ellen MacArthur Foundation), and Rolando Castro (MINAE Costa Rica).

For more information, watch the full episode, explore the LAC Coalition, or discover other episodes of The Circular Economy Show and our work.

Species diversity is a fundamental element of biological community structure.

Join Bob Ellis as he explores the components of species diversity within the Grapevine Creek Special Botanical Area, located in the Mogollon Highlands.

Amy Bennett, CCL Director, offers recommendations for effective congressional engagement. Her training covers using "fresh eyes" to learn about new and returning members, power mapping to identify key influencers, and determining the most useful information to share, along with optimal timing. The ultimate goal is to build trust, opening doors for urgent action.

This training details strategies for building relationships and influencing policy. Key topics include understanding members, identifying influencers, information sharing best practices, and fostering trust.

Additional resources are available: Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/know-your-congressmember and the CCL Training Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/477.

Join Clean Prosperity's Michael Bernstein and CCL's Cathy Orlando for a training session on the latest updates to Canada's carbon fee & dividend policy. This session provides a comprehensive understanding of emerging changes to federal and provincial carbon pricing, including the carbon tax, rebates, and industrial emitter schemes.

The training also covers carbon price increases, projected emission reductions under new federal climate plans, and border carbon adjustments. A Q&A discussion is available [here](https://vimeo.com/514675775).

Additional resources include the [Clean Prosperity website](https://cleanprosperity.ca/), [presentation slides](https://cclusa.org/canada-cfd-updates), and the [CCL Community Training Page](https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/382).

You possess significant power to compel corporations to address climate change. Wilford Welch outlines simple steps to save our planet. While fossil fuels and laissez-faire capitalism drove post-WWII economic growth, their resulting CO2 emissions now threaten our existence. We must rapidly transition from fossil fuels to alternative energy, as current capitalism won't solve this crisis.

Despite having the technology, we lack the collective will and discipline to change embedded behaviors and systems. This requires fundamental shifts in our "human software" and "hardware." The next ten years are decisive; we have total choice in how this story ends. This message was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Mechanical engineer Patanwala co-founded Autoinstitute in Mumbai in 2010. Recognizing the need for practical, employable automotive skills, particularly with new technologies and climate concerns, Autoinstitute offers a three-year degree focused on industry-aligned practical and life skills.

As Autoinstitute's Co-Founder and Director, Patanwala is also a member of Skill Development in CII and ITES. He holds a National Record for the largest EV training during Covid-19 and engages in social programs like 'Mobility Skill 2020 & Beyond,' authoring articles on sustainable automotive solutions.

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

Join Michael Bernstein, Executive Director of Clean Prosperity, and Cathy Orlando, CCL's International Outreach Manager, for a training session.

This training will update attendees on emerging changes to Canada's carbon fee & dividend policy. Presentation slides are available here.

Ms. Jamshed's TEDx talk focused on biodefence and the planet's frontline position against future risks. She highlighted the Doomsday Clock, linking environmental degradation to multi-dimensional poverty, and stressed integrating human security into national security.

A UN International Security and Global Governance Professional, Ms. Jamshed is also the author of the fantasy novel 'Wish Upon a Time' and has given seven TEDx talks. Her fresh perspective redefines global threats and the concept of World Government.

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

“Called From Darkness” is a six-part documentary series exploring the spiritual dimensions of addiction recovery, emphasizing community, meaning, and purpose. It features diverse individuals from rural, suburban, and urban settings, including former gang members, recovering addicts, Native Americans, Hispanics, and Homeless Veterans.

Produced by Paul Steinbroner and David Okimoto of TouchPoint Productions, Inc., this series offers powerful insights. To arrange a screening, please contact Paul at (541) 941-5317.

Climate change demands urgent, integrated action: reducing greenhouse gas pollution, rapidly scaling carbon drawdown, and building societal resilience. These efforts must prioritize equity. Fortunately, "whole problem" approaches are emerging globally, offering effective pathways forward through cross-sector collaboration.

This discussion, moderated by Kerry Fugett, featured leaders like Trathen Heckman, Lil Milagro Henriquez, and Brett KenCairn, who are outlining revolutionary blueprints. For more from the Bioneers 2020 Conference, visit https://bioneers.org/2020talks/.

Fast fashion and online shopping are major contributors to landfills. Sustainable fashion expert Kelly Drennan explains how our own closets hold the answer to slowing climate change. Your clothing choices are more than just a fashion statement.

Kelly founded Fashion Takes Action to create a sustainable future. She convenes the Ontario Textile Diversion Collaborative (OTDC), increasing textile diversion and developing local reuse and recycling solutions. Kelly also chairs a task force for a Canadian circular fashion standard and produces the annual WEAR conference.

Recognized as a Canadian environmental leader with the 2017 Clean 50 Award, Kelly is a sought-after consultant. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

This TEDx talk, "Climate Justice - For the Better Future," was presented by the Incheon Academy of Science and Arts. It addresses vital topics for a sustainable future.

Independently organized by a local community, this event followed the TED conference format. Discover more about TEDx initiatives at ted.com/tedx.

In our urban world, we are often disconnected from our food systems. Livestock scientist Marion Reichenbach, from the Universities of Kassel and Göttingen, explored this during fieldwork in India, observing urbanization's impact on dairy production.

Her TEDx talk examines why urbanization necessitates a redesign of our food systems and outlines how this transformation can begin in the coming decade. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Wolf Joe is a new animated series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. Inspired by the universal values of The Seven Teachings Wheel, Joe and his two best friends explore Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity.

This 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series is a TVOkids Original. It was created in collaboration with the Turtle Lodge, Media Rendezvous, and Amberwood Entertainment.