Bioneers' founder, Kenny Ausubel (since 1990), is renowned for his annual orations, which use analysis and humor to expose societal malfeasance. This year, he dissected the history and current strategies of corporations, highlighting their increasing dominance in our economy and political system, and urged resistance against these powerful forces.

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. To view other talks, visit http://www.bioneers.org.

Charlotte Lenore Michaluk, a 17-year-old scientist and biomimetic inventor, shares a hopeful vision for sustainable technology. She explores how diverse fields, from fiber arts to cargo ship systems, can inspire green solutions that balance profit with public health and climate mitigation.

Michaluk's interdisciplinary approach leverages insights from the natural world to create brilliant, clean technologies. Her keynote talk, delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference, showcases the possibilities unleashed by innovative thinking.

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While many desire a society accountable to people and the planet, corporate domination, particularly by giant tech companies, undermines democracy and concentrates wealth. This trend erodes our agency and community input.

Stacy Mitchell, a leader against excessive corporate power, reveals that these immense companies have met their match. A broad grassroots alliance and new government leaders are reviving anti-monopoly laws and strategies, offering hope for a more equitable and greener future.

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. To see other talks, visit www.bioneers.org.

ITU's work significantly enhances the safety of local fishers in Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

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Magdalena Brier, President of Fundación ProFuturo, recently spoke at Giga Day.

Her address focused on the critical importance of digital skills and the ongoing digital transformation within education.

Near the U.S.-Mexico border, a skunk's scat was found "bedazzled" with the shimmering exoskeletons of fiery searcher beetles. Both skunks and these carnivorous insects share a unique defense: strong, musky scent glands.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a Tucson-based 501c3 nonprofit. We believe human welfare is deeply linked to nature's diversity. Through science, law, and creative media, we work to protect species and their habitats, ensuring a wild world for future generations.

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Naturalist, artist, and explorer Roseann Hanson highlights the value of field sketching and journaling. She argues this analog practice, from the Stone Age to today, is crucial for connecting people to science and nature conservation and personal well-being in our digital age. With 40 years of experience, Hanson is an acclaimed author (*Nature Journaling for a Wild Life*) and co-organizer of the Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference. A Fellow of the Explorers Club and Royal Geographical Society, she teaches nature writing and field notes, drawing on extensive conservation work.

Discover more at the Natural History Institute, or connect with Roseann Hanson via her Field Arts Institute, Facebook, and Instagram.

Penguin parenting is a remarkably demanding endeavor.

Raising chicks in often harsh, unpredictable environments presents numerous challenges, from securing food to protecting against predators. Both parents must exhibit remarkable dedication and resilience to ensure their offspring's survival.

Fred Price's story illustrates how regenerative farming benefits nature and people, combating biodiversity loss, climate change, and food waste. Watch the full video to learn more.

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In this video, generational farmer Fred Price shares Gothelney Farm's transition from industrial farming to a regenerative system.

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Meet Stuart Russell, a leading AI thinker from the University of California, as he discusses AI breakthroughs and the future at the AI for Good Global Summit.

Join him and many other AI experts in Geneva or online on May 30-31. For more details and registration, visit: aiforgood.itu.int/summit24/

Christof Koch is a prominent neuroscientist focused on the neural bases of consciousness. Born in 1956, he earned his Ph.D. in biophysics after studying physics and philosophy. His distinguished career includes extensive research on the brain, particularly the visual cortex, and developing theories of consciousness. He notably collaborated with Francis Crick, co-discoverer of DNA's structure.

Koch served as a professor at Caltech for decades before becoming Chief Scientist and President of the Allen Institute for Brain Science, where he led pioneering brain mapping efforts. An influential figure, he has authored several books and speaks widely, advocating for a scientifically grounded approach to understanding the mind.

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Indigenous autonomy is a fundamental right, inextricably linked to protecting our planet and climate.

Oil company Petroperú is accelerating oil exploration in Indigenous territories of the Peruvian Amazon, seeking international financing. This funding would enable further exploitation in a critical ecosystem, jeopardizing local communities and global climate stability.

Join us in pressuring banks considering financing Petroperú. Encourage them to meet with the Indigenous delegation visiting NYC around Earth Day to prevent further Amazon destruction.

Alessandra Sala, Sr. Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock, will share insights on AI Ethics.

Meet her and other experts at the AI for Good Global Summit, held May 30-31, 2024, in Geneva and online.

On April 8, 2024, CLG Europe’s Materials and Products Taskforce hosted a WCEF Side Event webinar: "How the new EU institutions can kickstart the Circular Economy." Ahead of European elections, experts discussed the circular economy's political role. A recent ESABCC report highlights minimal EU progress in circular material use, increasing from 10.8% (2010) to 11.7% (2021).

To meet the EU's 2030 goal of doubling this rate, a tenfold increase in current annual progress requires more recycling and less material demand. The Taskforce, established in 2021 to drive policy, will release a report later this year. It will set the EU's circular economy policy agenda for the next five years, recommending actions to accelerate the shift to climate-neutral materials.

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, a renowned conservation ecologist and captivating science communicator, studies apex predators and the relationship between humans, animals, and place. Drawing from her memoir "Wild Life," she shares her journey in science, emphasizing our roles as stewards for nature and community.

A wildlife ecologist researching human impact on carnivores, Dr. Wynn-Grant hosts the podcast "Going Wild" (PBS' Nature) and co-hosts "Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom." She is a National Geographic Society Research Fellow and an advocate for diversity in science. This keynote was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. See other talks at www.bioneers.org.

Sea lions and true seals are distinct.

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Yurok leader Sammy Gensaw III shares his experiences in ecological and cultural revival along the Klamath River. He discusses how ancestral wisdom, modern science, and activism were crucial for dam removal, highlighting Indigenous leadership’s role in rekindling connections to land and water for a resilient future.

Gensaw, a leader in environmental and cultural preservation, directs the Ancestral Guard, a nonprofit teaching traditional fishing and farming to Indigenous youth. His work, rooted in food sovereignty and community resilience, began with the Klamath Justice Coalition’s historic dam removal project. He is also featured in the documentary "Gather."

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference. Explore more talks: www.bioneers.org

Fungi, a diverse and largely unseen kingdom, sustain nearly all living systems through ancient mycorrhizal networks. Despite their critical role, climate change and conservation efforts largely overlook them, focusing on plants and animals. This oversight is detrimental, as destroying fungal networks accelerates climate change, biodiversity loss, and disrupts vital global nutrient cycles.

Biologist Merlin Sheldrake, author of *Entangled Life*, emphasizes fungi's critical importance. He discusses the visionary work of the Society for the Protection of Underground Networks (SPUN) in mapping and protecting global mycorrhizal communities, alongside research on carbon and nutrient flow within these networks. This keynote was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference.

Colette Pichon Battle, a renowned climate justice advocate and attorney from Bayou Liberty, Louisiana, empowers frontline communities. She helps them develop climate strategies to responsibly manage their water, energy, and land.

Drawing on decades of experience, Colette exposes the root causes of environmental inequities. She argues that true climate justice must encompass gender and migrant justice, linking them to fundamental human rights for clean air, water, land, and sustainable energy.

This keynote talk was delivered at the 2024 Bioneers Conference.