An eco-activist and Head of NGO "Clean Energy Lab" presented a TEDx talk on Ukraine's green energy transition. The discussion covered its current state, future perspectives, and associated benefits.

This event, independently organized by a local community, followed the established TED conference format.

Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Dr. Joseph W. Dorsey is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the University of South Florida's Patel College of Global Sustainability (PCGS). He also directs the PCGS Academic Capstone and the Food Sustainability and Security concentration.

His research focuses on urban agriculture, brownfield redevelopment, sustainable food management, and community economic empowerment. Dr. Dorsey previously held faculty positions at Michigan State, Miami University, and USF-St. Petersburg. Before his doctoral career, he served as a Peace Corps Volunteer and a public health and clinical nutritionist.

In his talk, "Urban Agriculture and Food Security in the Age of Climate Change," Dr. Dorsey discusses sustainable urban living. This presentation was part of a local TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

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Janez Potočnik, former EU Environment Commissioner (2009-2014) and initiator of the first European Circular Economy Package, now co-chairs the International Resource Panel (IRP) and advises on sustainability. This episode explores nearly a decade of European circular economy development, discussing economic challenges and governance models for scaling up.

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Alexandra Collins delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards.

The ceremony was held virtually on October 15. For more details about the awards, visit the official website: Brower Youth Awards.

Danielle Boyer delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards.

The event was held virtually on October 15. For more information, visit the Brower Youth Awards website: broweryouthawards.org.

Haana Edenshaw delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards.

The event was held virtually on October 15. Further details about the awards are available at broweryouthawards.org.

Isabella Wallmow delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards, which took place virtually on October 15.

Further details about the awards are available on the Brower Youth Awards website.

Chander Payne delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards.

The event was held virtually on October 15. For more details, visit the Brower Youth Awards website: www.broweryouthawards.org

While volunteering at a juvenile detention center, Isabella Wallmow, 20, realized incarcerated youth needed healing, not just punishment. Inspired by permaculture agriculture, she conceived a gardening program in 2018.

With support from the Resiliency Institute and enthusiastic detention center staff, Isabella launched the Seeds for Change Garden Program in 2019. This initiative creates a safe, healing space, empowering youth with marketable skills.

Seeds for Change prioritizes youth voices, allowing them to manage all aspects of the garden, from planting to harvesting. The program addresses food insecurity and provides valuable health education. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

Ojibwe youth Danielle Boyer, 19, founded The STEAM Connection to combat disparities in quality STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) education. Her early experiences highlighted how unequal access disadvantages low-income students and impacts our planet's future.

The STEAM Connection prioritizes Indigenous and other communities of color, offering free classes and events on recycling, innovation, and sustainable design. Danielle helps children realize their potential as environmental innovators and fosters interest in STEAM careers.

Through initiatives like robotics kits made from recycled materials and mentoring 35 youth teams, Danielle has reached tens of thousands of students globally.

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Haana Edenshaw, 16, a Haida Nation member and seasoned activist, is one of 15 Canadian youth suing the federal government for its role in the climate crisis. Her deep commitment to environmental and Indigenous rights, rooted in ancestral knowledge of land stewardship, has seen her organize climate strikes, speak with Greta Thunberg, and address the UN.

The lawsuit argues that Canada's continued support of fossil fuels violates the youth's rights to life, liberty, security, equality, and public trust. This action is part of a global youth movement, supported by Our Children’s Trust, holding governments accountable for climate change. Learn more: Brower Youth Awards

At 16, Alexandra Collins discovered Sterigenics had emitted levels of ethylene oxide (EtO), a known carcinogen, near her Hinsdale, Illinois, community for decades. Her neighborhood's high cancer rate (nine times the national average) spurred Alexandra to cofound Students Against Ethylene Oxide (SAEtO) to ban EtO emissions near schools and homes.

SAEtO educates the public, advocates for safer sterilization, and organizes campaigns. Alexandra's advocacy, with allied groups, led to the 2019 closure of the Sterigenics facility near her home. She also launched EtO-Free, a project whose all-girl team created a website reviewing EtO-free beauty products, empowering women to demand manufacturing transparency.

Learn more at broweryouthawards.org.

Eighteen-year-old Diego Arreola Fernández founded Green Speaking after learning about plastic pollution at the 2019 Ocean Heroes Bootcamp. His campaign uses in-school engagement, social media, and motivational videos to encourage Mexican children, schools, and businesses to combat plastic pollution through habit and policy changes. He also delivers talks to diverse audiences, from young children to business leaders, and postponed a 2020 conference to 2021 due to Covid-19.

Despite Mexico's challenges with violence, poverty, and inequality, environmental awareness is crucial. Diego aims to transform Green Speaking into an environmental organization. Its mission will be to cultivate more leaders, empowering them to advocate for the planet and inspire a sustainable future.

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In 2016, 18-year-old Chander Payne addressed his school's fresh produce shortage by connecting its food pantry with a local farm, delivering 20 pounds weekly. Inspired by regenerative agriculture, he founded Urban Beet farm in his high school courtyard. He invited youth from the Washington DC–based Homeless Children’s Playtime Project to grow vegetables, and his team partnered with True Food Kitchen to provide 20 children with farm-fresh meals.

Urban Beet has since provided 2,500 pounds of produce to underserved families and people experiencing homelessness, replicating its model nationwide. During the pandemic, they also donated 200 Free Little Farms—windowsill planters complete with soil, seeds, and support notes. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

Diego Arreola Fernández delivered a speech at the 2020 Brower Youth Awards. This prestigious event celebrates young environmental leaders.

The awards ceremony was held virtually on October 15. For additional information about the Brower Youth Awards, please visit their official website: www.broweryouthawards.org.

The latest episode, dropping October 23rd, features Andrew Stuhl, an environmental studies professor. He discusses his "Agnes Flood Project," which gathers memories from Susquehanna River Valley residents about the devastating 1972 Hurricane Agnes flood. Stuhl emphasizes how historical events, like the flood's pungent mud smell, trigger powerful memories and offer vital lessons in resilience. These insights are crucial for navigating today's challenges, including the Coronavirus Pandemic and climate change. Share your Hurricane Agnes stories or photos by emailing agnesrevisited@gmail.com.

Also featured is Lynn Neuman, director of Artichoke Dance Company. Her work uses art to inspire action on climate change, moving beyond entertainment to train communities in legislative change. Neuman's company has adapted to the pandemic with "Covid Creations," reflecting feelings of isolation and connection.

An 18-year-old student, scientist, and inventor presents an innovative method for recycling plastics. This process allows for their reuse as components in agricultural machinery, addressing both waste reduction and manufacturing needs.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event following the TED conference format. To learn more, visit ted.com/tedx.

A 16-year-old Ukrainian student and member of the Junior Academy of Sciences has developed an innovative, energy-efficient method for recycling waste typically considered non-recyclable. This groundbreaking approach is designed to be environmentally friendly, causing no pollution.

This young inventor and scientist presented their work at a TEDx event. TEDx talks follow the TED conference format but are independently organized by local communities. Learn more about TEDx here.

An entrepreneur and activist explores the hidden implications of "free" plastic bags in supermarkets. This talk delves into the critical importance of responsible consumption and effective recycling practices.

Presented at an independently organized TEDx event, which follows the TED conference format, this discussion aims to provoke thought on our daily choices.

Discover more about TEDx events and their mission by visiting ted.com/tedx.