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The Jeans Redesign initiative, developed by over 80 denim experts, establishes minimum requirements for durable, recyclable, and traceable jeans, aiming for a waste-free clothing future. Over sixty leading brands and manufacturers are adopting these guidelines, with products expected on the market. This session features the project team and participants.

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This talk explores how cities can achieve a cleaner, sustainable future to combat the climate crisis. Helen, a key figure in Thousand Oaks' Climate Action Planning, details her role in the city's General Plan process for future sustainability.

Presented at an independently organized TEDx event, this discussion highlights Thousand Oaks' environmental initiatives. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Mr. Dharmendra is a dedicated environmentalist in Navi Mumbai, collaborating with major groups on environmental conservation and Swachh Bharat initiatives. An ISR and ESOP champion and RiseforGood Star Volunteer, he has earned numerous Tech Mahindra awards for his societal and environmental contributions.

Featured almost 50 times in national print and television, his work includes reviving Kharghar Lake, forest, and wetland. Key initiatives involve transforming Kharghar Pond into a wetland, planting over 8,000 trees, and preparing 100,000 seedballs. He shares ideas on "How we can recharge our bigger home planet Earth everyday, everywhere!" at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Dr. Madhurita, a renowned expert, has dedicated over a decade to grassroots environmental and biodiversity conservation. Her work encompasses wildlife reintroduction, conflict mitigation, habitat restoration, and community education, all aimed at preventing climate change. She also drives initiatives to preserve flora and fauna, enhance food security through organic honey production, and propel the bioeconomy.

Her extensive contributions have been featured by various media outlets, including: TATA TRUSTS, BBC Worldwide, BBC, Your Story, C4N News, NDTV, Times of India, and The Hindu. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

This talk explores global human rights issues and their environmental impact, emphasizing their intersectionality and the urgent need for action. Maya, a Duke sophomore studying environmental science and global health, aims to address climate change and air pollution's health effects on marginalized communities.

As a Lebanese and Syrian Muslim American, Maya's research focuses on environmental health and justice in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), a region heavily impacted yet often overlooked. She is a Huang Fellow, Kenan Ethics in Place Fellow, ActFor.Us contributor, and Juhood staff writer at Duke.

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

The 21st annual Brower Youth Awards, a two-part virtual event, celebrated six inspiring youth leaders in the environmental movement. The "Meet-the-Winners Q&A" explored their passion and purpose, reflecting the event's core theme.

These award recipients are thought leaders and environmental activists, dedicated to making the world a better place and galvanizing others towards environmental mobilization. The Brower Youth Awards, the flagship event of the New Leaders Initiative, has recognized outstanding youth leaders since 2000. It is hosted by the New Leaders Initiative and presented by Earth Island Institute.

Learn more at broweryouthawards.org.

While volunteering at a Warrenville, Illinois juvenile detention center, Isabella Wallmow, 20, realized incarcerated youth needed healing, not just punishment. Inspired by permaculture agriculture, she conceived a gardening program. With support from the Resiliency Institute and detention staff, she launched the Seeds for Change Garden Program in 2019.

Seeds for Change creates a safe, healing space, equipping youth with marketable skills. The program empowers them to lead all aspects of gardening, from planting to harvesting, addressing food insecurity and providing valuable health education.

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Amishi, founder of Upcycler's Lab, champions a "nudge" approach to cultivate waste-conscious behavior. Her company develops play-based learning tools that educate children on better consumption habits, aiming to transform environmental mindsets and actions.

Upcycler's Lab has garnered significant support and recognition. It was selected by DST (Govt. of India), DFID (Govt. of UK), Shell Foundation, and Zone Startups for their "Powered" accelerator program. Additionally, the company participated in Climate Launchpad, the world's largest climate accelerator.

Srinidhi Jogula, an 8th-grade student at Paramita High School, Karimnagar, India, delivered a TEDx talk highlighting how food habits contribute to water depletion and carbon emissions. She is also forming a team to promote roof gardening, aiming to reduce pesticide and chemical fertilizer use for environmental and health benefits.

A child prodigy, Srinidhi is an eloquent speaker, classical dancer, and accomplished emcee, having received the Natya Mayuri Award. She is also a skilled swimmer. Her ultimate goal is to become a Civil Servant (IAS) to serve the community.

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

Dr. Prasad Rao advocates for a safe, clean transport system, citing vehicle carbon emissions as a major environmental threat. He urges global adherence to the Paris Agreement, fostering collective commitment. To inspire future generations, he established Eco-Clubs in his institutions, empowering young minds for sustainability.

Dr. Rao, Founder and Chairman of Paramita Group of Institutions, I.R.I.S World School, and Explorica, is a distinguished educational leader. He advises prominent school associations, providing quality education to thousands. He champions holistic education, mentoring, and adapting to global changes, believing these nurture talent and foster child-centric learning.

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

Dr. Nitant Mate advocates for an accelerated global shift to renewable energy, concerned that GDP competition drives conventional energy use and carbon emissions. He distinguishes "Growth" (income) from "Development" (human well-being), urging a worldwide mindset change to prioritize development for a habitable future.

As a partner at SeeGreen Solutions LLP and Director at SeeGreen Products Pvt. Ltd., Dr. Mate specializes in decentralized sustainable technologies, including renewable energy and health sector applications. He has advised organizations like WHO and the World Bank, served on government and academic committees, and holds honorary professorships. A prolific author and patent holder, his insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Mr. Shashanka, Collector and District Magistrate of Karimnagar, delivered an insightful TEDx talk on rapid global urbanization, using Karimnagar as an example. He emphasized the urgent need for environmental protection and showcased the Telangana Government's resilient future initiatives. These include the Green Garland Programme, water body rejuvenation, and LED street light installation, aiming for a clean, safe, and green environment. Learn more about TEDx events here.

A 2013 Batch IAS officer, Mr. Shashanka is a dynamic leader and role model. As Collector, he champions the Green Garland Programme and welfare schemes, demonstrating dedication to improving lives. His optimistic outlook and effective governance inspire efforts towards a healthy, happy society.

Ms. Shradda Reddy, a 10th-grade student, delivered a thought-provoking TEDx talk advocating for afforestation. She highlighted that environmental protection is an ancient concept, referencing the Bhagavad Gita's wisdom on man's relationship with nature and Wangari Maathai's Nobel-winning Green Belt movement.

Reddy issued a call to action to "regreen the earth," announcing her plan to form a team with schoolmates. They will appeal to Karimnagar District residents to plant at least five trees each. An inspiring orator and active student, Ms. Reddy studies at Paramita High School. Learn more about TEDx events here.

TEDx Gary served as a platform for innovative ideas on urban revitalization, featuring Sabrina Haake's talk on leveraging renewable energy for economic restitution in legacy cities like Gary, Detroit, and Baltimore.

Sabrina Haake is a federal trial attorney, author, and investor. Her distinguished career includes advising Indiana Governors, serving as General Counsel to an international manufacturer, and representing the Chicago Board of Education. A Sagamore of the Wabash, she is also a published scholar in constitutional law and civil rights, boasting a 26-year unmatched litigation success record.

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

Katherine Peinhardt's research bridges placemaking and climate adaptation, exploring how public spaces can build physical and social resilience in communities. She advocates for resilient public spaces as an overlooked opportunity to create livelier, climate-adapted cities.

Drawing on her experience with public realm and urban sustainability nonprofits, Katherine developed this paradigm. Her research is hosted by the German Development Institute. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event.

Learn more about TEDx here.

David R. Boyd, UN Special Rapporteur on human rights and the environment and author of "The Rights of Nature," discusses how human rights—including the right to a healthy environment—have catalyzed more ambitious climate action globally, from the Netherlands to Colombia.

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

Srihari Balakrishnan, an MS (Chemical Engineering) from Cornell University, presents a significant idea on industrial water efficiency and its link to clean drinking water. His insights emerged from developing the 'Greenest Mill in the World'.

As Managing Director of KG Denim Limited and Sri Kannapiran Mills Ltd., and President of RndSoft, Balakrishnan shared his vision at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Rushva, Founder of YWater and a CSR & Sustainability Consultant, highlights the power of consumer choices in addressing climate change. He emphasizes the critical role of youth involvement in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs).

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local conference following the TED format. Learn more about TEDx here.

Solar energy presents Indian farmers with a potential third cash crop, poised to unleash a food and energy revolution. Ravi Kumar, Founder and CEO of Dexler Energy, leads this charge. His cleantech company develops innovative, sustainable, and affordable clean energy solutions vital for India's energy security.

This vision was shared at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community talk following the TED conference format. Learn more at TEDx.