At TEDxBonn, Marina Ponti, Director of the UN SDG Action Campaign, discussed the revolutionary ideas behind the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). She explored what it means to #TurnItAround for social and climate justice, guiding us to sustain our world and ourselves for people and the planet.

A key architect of the UN Millennium Campaign, Ms. Ponti brings over a decade of experience in global campaigns, building multi-stakeholder coalitions, and forging partnerships. She has published numerous articles on development topics, including SDGs, gender equality, and human rights.

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

Dr. David Zaber, an environmental consultant specializing in sustainable natural resources and agricultural management, holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. His talk explores how human behavioral ecology reveals resource use conflicts. He emphasizes that evolved human perception often causes people to overlook relevant environmental problems, hindering consensus and solutions.

Zaber argues that bridging this "Perception Gap" is crucial for effective environmental activism and protection. With an M.S. from the University of Illinois and extensive experience at organizations like Defenders of Wildlife, he currently works to protect Great Lakes forests and wildlife. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This online learning event, in collaboration with the LEGO Group, challenges students to harness their creativity for a better future. We explore how the circular economy can help reimagine spaces where communities, businesses, and nature can flourish.

Students are encouraged to bring their ideas to life using LEGO bricks.

The oceans are Earth's most profoundly impacted yet practically invisible climate change battleground. Watch The YEARS Project's newest video, featuring Joshua Jackson, as he explores the effects of ocean warming and acidification on the Great Barrier Reef.

Continue the journey: Watch 'Collapse Of The Oceans' with Joshua Jackson, Part 2, available here.

Adejoke Lasisi is an African fabric designer, environmentalist, and founder of Planet 3R and Jokelinks Weaving School. She champions converting textile and plastic waste into innovative products, fostering a fortified economy in Sub-Saharan Africa through sustainable practices like waste reduction, reuse, and resource recovery.

Holding a BA in Economics and an Entrepreneurial Management certificate, Adejoke received a grant from Nigeria's Vice President and was a Top 5 finalist in the Creative Business Cup 2019. She actively volunteers in entrepreneurship and has showcased her unique products globally.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event using the TED conference format. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Sixth Assessment Report delivers the most current scientific knowledge to policymakers.

This comprehensive set of reports addresses critical issues related to climate change, informing global policy decisions.

Join B Lab, Sistema B, and the B Corp Climate Collective for the B Corp Global Climate Summit. This inspirational three-day online event unites the global B Corp community to drive collective climate action, centered on people and justice.

The 100% virtual summit will feature global climate leaders and special guests discussing Net Zero by 2030 and Climate Justice, including speakers with lived expertise. Designed to be regionally inclusive and accessible, it offers language interpretation in American Sign Language, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Chinese on Zoom.

Learn more and register for the summit here.

Over 27,000 pieces of space debris, tracked by agencies like NASA and ESA, threaten interplanetary ventures and risk the Kessler Syndrome. This escalating danger underscores the urgent need to explore sustainability in space.

High school student Mehul Tandon, a space enthusiast from Greenwood High - Bengaluru, has closely followed these developments. His talk, delivered at an independently organized TEDx event, delves into this critical issue. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

In her first TEDx talk, freshman Erin Eleam advocates for embracing cultural sensitivity and diverse communities. She encourages stepping outside comfort zones to gain new perspectives, highlighting the significant long-term benefits for both individuals and society.

Erin, a student at Saddle River Day, is also a competitive dancer aspiring to a career in dance, and enjoys art. This talk was independently organized as part of a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Harriet Harvey Horn discusses how creativity can unlock new climate possibilities despite current global challenges. As a Climate Reality Project Leader, personally trained by Al Gore, she is one of over 31,000 advocates globally presenting facts and solutions to the climate crisis.

Since 2018, Harriet has delivered numerous talks and logged over 250 Acts of Leadership. She co-chairs the Climate Reality San Francisco Bay Area Chapter and is active with several climate organizations. Her passion for restoring a healthy Earth is fueled by her two sons. She holds an MBA, a BS in Electrical Engineering, and multiple climate-related certifications.

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

Current extractive and wasteful economic practices are destroying biodiversity and vital ecosystems. This episode explores how a circular economy can tackle these root causes, creating new value and regenerating nature, essential for a thriving future.

Speakers include Patrick Holden (Sustainable Food Trust), Luc Bas (International Union for Conservation of Nature), Felipe Villela (reNature), and Hanneke Faber (Unilever). Powered by Restream.

Join B Lab, Sistema B, the B Corp Climate Collective, and the global B Corp community for the B Corp Global Climate Summit. This inspirational three-day online event focuses on collective climate action, centered in people and justice. Register and learn more here: B Corp Global Climate Summit.

This 100% virtual summit will feature global climate leaders and special guests, addressing the climate emergency through topics like Net Zero by 2030 and Climate Justice. The event includes two 2-hour webinars with live interpretation in American Sign Language, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and Chinese.

B Corps mobilize for climate action.

This work is fundamentally centered on people and justice.

Humans extract nearly 100 million barrels of oil daily, plus equivalent coal and natural gas. The IPCC mandates halving this fossil fuel flow by 2030 and eliminating it by 2050 to avert irreversible climate damage. This energy transition demands scalable, zero-carbon solutions.

Green ammonia offers a promising path. This carbon-free fuel is made simply from air, water, and renewable electricity. With billions in announced investments, led by the Middle East and Australia, green ammonia is rapidly emerging as a "new 21st-century oil," poised to transform our world.

Zac Cesaro, an R&D engineer at Siemens Energy and Oxford DPhil candidate, is an expert in green ammonia production and use, having operated the world’s first demonstrator. This talk was given at a TEDx event.

Oliver Perquy, CEO of Nespresso Belgium and Luxembourg, is an international leader in the food and beverages industry. He leverages his platform to promote sustainability, advocating for the future of coffee and the farmers who depend on it.

His TEDx talk illuminates the imminent dangers of unsustainable coffee farming, emphasizing a simple message: there's coffee, and then there are the people behind the cup. For his full biography, visit www.tedxkuleuvenbrussels.com. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The global food crisis highlights traditional meat production's severe environmental impact. Kimberly Liang, a young innovator, champions lab-grown meat (cellular agriculture) as a radical solution. Her work aims to dramatically reduce agriculture's climate footprint, allowing us to enjoy meat without environmental compromise.

Liang's unconventional ideas are transforming the industry, with projects improving cultured meat and researching scaffolding to reduce livestock farming. An aspiring entrepreneur, she has implemented strategies for UN Women and multi-million dollar companies. A global speaker, she inspires action on environmental sustainability, driven by a passion to solve the world's hardest problems. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Elder Philip Paynter shares his COVID-19 vaccine experience in this sixth installment of the Turtle Lodge's series on COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine. View the English version here: youtube.com/watch?v=AvjgmBoH_-U

This series features insights from Anishinaabe Elders and Knowledge Keepers. Previous parts include: Part 1 with Dr. Dave Courchene (youtu.be/Fqz-vA1S-0I); Part 2, where Mary Maytwayashing discusses COVID, vaccines, and spirituality (youtu.be/rix7fyz9OIQ); and Part 3, featuring Dr. Harry Bone on balancing modern and traditional medicine (youtu.be/gxJjOsRRQB8).

Further insights come from Part 4, with Florence Paynter explaining her vaccination choice (youtu.be/HbgWfhh2F0k), and Part 5, where Robert Maytwayashing discusses his trust in humanity and vaccine views (youtube.com/watch?v=F8EB3S2zMMc).

Ininiwak Elder Philip Paynter shares his COVID-19 vaccine experience and encourages others to take it. This message is Part 6 in a series from the Turtle Lodge Elders and Knowledge Keepers, addressing COVID-19, vaccines, and traditional medicine.

The series features various Elders, including Dr. Dave Courchene, Grandmother Mary Maytwayashing, and Chief Dr. Harry Bone, who discuss their perspectives on vaccination, spirituality, and balancing modern and traditional medicine. Watch Philip Paynter's message (also available in French) here: https://youtu.be/dq9oo5vH0R4. Additional parts of the series are also available online.

Emperor penguin colonies in Antarctica face severe threats. Climate change is causing sea ice to melt and break up prematurely, leading to rapid declines and the vanishing of these iconic birds.

Their survival depends on immediate action. Please urge the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to grant emperor penguins full protections under the Endangered Species Act.

Speak up for these beloved birds today: [https://biodiv.us/3gUhlsQ](https://biodiv.us/3gUhlsQ)