UNDESA, in collaboration with the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, Ambassador Peter Thomson, hosted a webinar on November 10 (9-11 AM EST). The event aimed to mobilize public

UNDESA, in collaboration with the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Ocean, Ambassador Peter Thomson, hosted a webinar on November 10 (9-11 AM EST). The event aimed to mobilize public and private sector resources for SDG14 implementation, strategically integrate the ocean-climate link into investment decisions, and share innovative financing tools.

The webinar featured an opening segment and a high-level panel discussion, moderated by Ambassador Thomson. Welcome remarks were delivered by the Permanent Representatives of Kenya and Portugal, co-hosts of the 2020 Ocean Conference, alongside senior UN officials including Mr. Liu Zhenmin and Miguel de Serpa Soares.

At Talks at Google, Peter Kohler (The Plastic Tide) and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger (Imperial College London) discuss the escalating ocean plastic crisis. They highlight how plastic threatens a vital

At Talks at Google, Peter Kohler (The Plastic Tide) and Dr. Stefan Leutenegger (Imperial College London) discuss the escalating ocean plastic crisis. They highlight how plastic threatens a vital $5 trillion economic resource and humanity's life support.

The Plastic Tide initiative quantifies this problem using drone imagery and machine learning. Their work involves a vast drone imagery database and a deep-learning algorithm for plastic detection and geo-referenced mapping.

The speakers will present early results, related research, and future strategies to limit ocean plastic. Learn more about their efforts at The Plastic Tide.

The 8th daily COPpuccino featured Peter Seligmann, head of Conservation International.

Seligmann discussed the private sector's evolving role in sustainability, noting a significant shift

The 8th daily COPpuccino featured Peter Seligmann, head of Conservation International.

Seligmann discussed the private sector's evolving role in sustainability, noting a significant shift as companies increasingly integrate environmental responsibility into their core operations.

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability

Dr. Peter Victor, Professor and past-Dean of Environmental Studies at York University, argues that economic growth, the primary global policy objective, is unsustainable. Its long-term viability is increasingly questioned due to environmental impacts, resource scarcity, and its failure to significantly improve happiness, eliminate poverty, or create full employment.

A simulation model of the Canadian economy demonstrates that full employment, poverty eradication, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and fiscal balance are achievable without economic growth. Victor advocates shifting focus from growth to specific objectives directly related to human and planetary well-being.

Studies indicating historical CO2 levels lag behind temperature have merit, confirms Peter Hildebrand, Director of Earth Science at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Responding to a question on

Studies indicating historical CO2 levels lag behind temperature have merit, confirms Peter Hildebrand, Director of Earth Science at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center. Responding to a question on Twitter, Hildebrand explained that in the pre-industrial age, temperature changes drove CO2 levels; a warmer climate caused the biosphere to emit more CO2.

However, in the post-industrial era, this dynamic has reversed. Now, increasing atmospheric CO2 is leading to higher temperatures, indicating a fundamental shift in the physical-biological processes. For more information, visit Ask A Climate Scientist.

Peter Singer, author of "Famine, Affluence and Morality," discusses effective altruism and our moral obligation to help others. This philosophy focuses on raising minimum living standards,

Peter Singer, author of "Famine, Affluence and Morality," discusses effective altruism and our moral obligation to help others. This philosophy focuses on raising minimum living standards, encouraging everyone—not just the wealthy—to contribute and find happiness in building a better world.

Singer outlines the movement's history, citing examples like Zell Kravinsky, who donated most of his wealth and a kidney. He stresses the importance of thorough research before donating to any cause, ensuring contributions achieve the greatest possible good.

Despite the inherent dangers of driving, its prevalence continues to grow.

Peter Muller, a Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) expert, offers statistical data on the true costs of

Despite the inherent dangers of driving, its prevalence continues to grow.

Peter Muller, a Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) expert, offers statistical data on the true costs of automobile-centric transportation systems. His analysis will fundamentally alter your view of driving.

Connect with Peter Muller on Twitter: @PRTGuru.

Join a conversation with Dr. Dionne Hoskins-Brown, a faculty member at Savannah State University. Dr. Hoskins-Brown is a marine scientist, professor, and community change-maker.

Support

Join a conversation with Dr. Dionne Hoskins-Brown, a faculty member at Savannah State University. Dr. Hoskins-Brown is a marine scientist, professor, and community change-maker.

Support Dionne here: https://www.savannahstate.edu/contact-us.shtml

As the global push for a Circular Economy grows, Azby Brown's book "Just Enough" highlights how Edo-period Japan offers a historical prototype. Edo's environmental and design principles closely

As the global push for a Circular Economy grows, Azby Brown's book "Just Enough" highlights how Edo-period Japan offers a historical prototype. Edo's environmental and design principles closely align with Circular Economy ideals, demonstrating a comfortable, healthy, and beautiful sustainable lifestyle.

Brown, an expert in environmentalism and traditional Japanese sustainable practices, has lived in Japan for over three decades. His internationally recognized writings cover traditional carpentry and compact housing. Since the 2011 Fukushima disaster, he also leads research for Safecast, a global citizen-science organization.

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

Logan Brown, a freshman at High Tech High School, argues for a more engaging approach to teaching math, often considered the cornerstone of STEM education.

Brown, whose diverse interests

Logan Brown, a freshman at High Tech High School, argues for a more engaging approach to teaching math, often considered the cornerstone of STEM education.

Brown, whose diverse interests include programming, physics, AI, and playing the piano, presented his ideas at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.