Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive

Four visionaries—Kevin Kelly, Peter Schwartz, Ari Wallach, and Tyler Cowen—share insights on the future, urging consideration for coming generations. They emphasize optimism and proactive engagement as essential for overcoming challenges, advocating for long-term thinking ("Longpath"), gradual progress ("Protopia"), scenario planning, and urgency.

Their collective message stresses empathy, transgenerational thinking, and diverse futures, highlighting that the future is a continuous creation requiring proactive, collective action.

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Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions

Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions like heating, cooking, and driving, aiming to launch a nationwide electrification movement.

He is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Purpose Venture Group, an advisory firm building community-centered ventures to combat climate and economic inequality. Matusiak brings nearly a decade of executive leadership in renewable energy and household electrification.

Previously, Ari served in the Obama White House as Special Assistant to the President, focusing on economic policy and private sector engagement. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of Young Invincibles, a national nonprofit. Learn more about TEDx events here.

This talk challenges us to rethink transportation infrastructure's role in sustainability. We'll explore how roads impact ecosystems and economies, examining our infrastructure footprint. Can we

This talk challenges us to rethink transportation infrastructure's role in sustainability. We'll explore how roads impact ecosystems and economies, examining our infrastructure footprint. Can we reimagine environmentally-friendly, human-centered roads for a greener future?

Jeralee Anderson, CEO and Co-Founder of Greenroads International, leads a nonprofit focused on sustainable transportation. A licensed professional engineer with a doctorate in sustainability, she was recognized by the Obama White House as a Transportation Champion of Change. She also serves on the Redmond City Council and Washington State Public Works Board.

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

Professor Beth Simone Noveck, renowned for her work with Obama's Open Government Initiative, visited the RSA

Professor Beth Simone Noveck, renowned for her work with Obama's Open Government Initiative, visited the RSA on February 18, 2016. She outlined a profound new vision of democracy, rooted in the collective knowledge and expertise of everyday people.

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Mary Robinson founded the Foundation bearing her name, dedicated to climate justice for vulnerable, marginalized populations worldwide. She served as President

Mary Robinson founded the Foundation bearing her name, dedicated to climate justice for vulnerable, marginalized populations worldwide. She served as President of Ireland (1990-1997) and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (1997-2002).

A member of the Elders and the Club of Madrid, Robinson has received numerous honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom. In 2013, she was appointed UN Special Envoy for the Great Lakes region of Africa, and her memoir, *Everybody Matters*, was published.

Mary Robinson, President of the Mary Robinson Foundation, delivered a speech on climate justice at the BSR

Mary Robinson, President of the Mary Robinson Foundation, delivered a speech on climate justice at the BSR Conference in San Francisco, November 2013.

Learn from the woman who broke glass ceilings and took on the challenge of leaving no
one behind. Mary Robinson is the former President of Ireland, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, and
cofounder of Project Dandelion, a woman-led global campaign for climate justice

A member of the Elders and the Club of Madrid, she has received numerous accolades, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Barack Obama.

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Seafood is unique as one of the last food sources industrially harvested directly from nature.

Nima Tisdall, co-founder of Blue Lobster, is recognized for her work in environmental and

Seafood is unique as one of the last food sources industrially harvested directly from nature.

Nima Tisdall, co-founder of Blue Lobster, is recognized for her work in environmental and social sustainability. A Forbes "30 under 30" honoree and Obama Foundation fellow, she champions impact-driven for-profit solutions to global issues.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Watch more from the TEDxDalbergCatalyst series here and learn about TEDx here.

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent

Hundreds have joined to demonstrate their support for ocean conservation, proving that actions speak louder than words.

You can also show your support by asking President Obama to represent our oceans' needs at Rio+20. Click here.

In March 2016, the Obama administration removed the Atlantic from oil drilling plans for five years, a decision influenced by coastal residents. This marked a significant victory for Oceana and

In March 2016, the Obama administration removed the Atlantic from oil drilling plans for five years, a decision influenced by coastal residents. This marked a significant victory for Oceana and the people of the East Coast, demonstrating that their voices were heard in Washington.

Learn more about Oceana's campaigns: Oceana Climate & Energy Campaign

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Deafening seismic airgun tests are proposed for the Atlantic. We must urge the Obama administration to halt these tests.

Join Miranda and others to protect dolphins. Find out more and take

Deafening seismic airgun tests are proposed for the Atlantic. We must urge the Obama administration to halt these tests.

Join Miranda and others to protect dolphins. Find out more and take action here: http://bit.ly/1oo4l9J