Seventeen-year-old innovator Mira Bhattacharya challenges current oil spill cleanup methods. After three years of research, she discovered a sustainable solution: simple orange peels. In her TEDx

Seventeen-year-old innovator Mira Bhattacharya challenges current oil spill cleanup methods. After three years of research, she discovered a sustainable solution: simple orange peels. In her TEDx talk, Mira explains this innovative approach.

A Toronto-based innovator, Mira is passionate about leveraging technology for global impact and tackling social and environmental issues. Her environmental sustainability research earned her two silver medals and the Youth Can Innovate award at the Canada Wide Science Fair. She also co-founded "Disable the Difference," a non-profit advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Madhav Malhotra, a 17-year-old innovator, explores the root causes of plastic pollution and the profitability of sustainability solutions. He founded The Plastic Shift to research this issue and

Madhav Malhotra, a 17-year-old innovator, explores the root causes of plastic pollution and the profitability of sustainability solutions. He founded The Plastic Shift to research this issue and now collaborates with organizations to implement solutions.

Malhotra also hosts "The Knowledge Archives" podcast, interviewing leading researchers on topics like climate change's impact on food and water security. An aspiring entrepreneur, he aims to create lasting planetary change. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Allie Rougeot, an economics and public policy student at the University of Toronto, is a dedicated environmental activist. She advocates for her generation, who feel unfairly burdened with

Allie Rougeot, an economics and public policy student at the University of Toronto, is a dedicated environmental activist. She advocates for her generation, who feel unfairly burdened with addressing climate change, making a compelling case for urgent climate action.

Since high school, Allie has focused on climate justice, leading the Fridays for Future movement in Toronto since 2019. This global student movement demands bold climate action from all levels of government. Her work has been recognized with the Kim Phuc Youth Award and features in Toronto Post Magazine and Corporate Knights.

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

Wolf Joe is a new 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. With his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity,

Wolf Joe is a new 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. With his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity, inspired by the universal values of The Seven Teachings Wheel.

This exciting children's series is a TVOkids Original, created in collaboration with Turtle Lodge, Media Rendezvous, and Amberwood Entertainment.

Wolf Joe is a new animated series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. Inspired by the universal values of The Seven Teachings Wheel, Joe and his two best friends explore Indigenous culture,

Wolf Joe is a new animated series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. Inspired by the universal values of The Seven Teachings Wheel, Joe and his two best friends explore Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity.

This 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series is a TVOkids Original. It was created in collaboration with the Turtle Lodge, Media Rendezvous, and Amberwood Entertainment.

TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was

TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was given at a local TEDx event; learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Raj Sinha, a serial entrepreneur and marketing consultant, is Marketing Director of Amethyst Organic Pvt. Ltd. This value-driven enterprise aims to save nature and build a toxic-free, plastic-free environment. Raj innovated a soluble "Right Plastic" performing like conventional products.

An MBA, Raj has experience in banking, marketing, and tech, focused on future-proofing businesses. Awarded for exceptional skills and nurturing young ventures, his clients include Koovs.com, FIITJEE Bangalore, and more.

Ms. Lia Nicholson discusses wealth creation as a top priority in Africa, noting that historical development was carbon-intensive. Amid global net-zero targets, she outlines three low-carbon

Ms. Lia Nicholson discusses wealth creation as a top priority in Africa, noting that historical development was carbon-intensive. Amid global net-zero targets, she outlines three low-carbon development scenarios for Sub-Saharan Africa: jobs-for-emissions, clean industrialization, and leapfrogging to a services economy.

Nicholson is optimistic that 8 billion people can live sustainably. She advises governments and companies on environmental policy, currently supporting four West African cities with C40 to develop climate action plans for resilience and net-zero emissions. A Yale and Scripps alumna and award recipient, her insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Addressing global food security and feeding a rapidly expanding population, Helianti Hilman founded JAVARA in 2008. Inspired by Indonesia's food biodiversity, JAVARA works with smallholder farmers

Addressing global food security and feeding a rapidly expanding population, Helianti Hilman founded JAVARA in 2008. Inspired by Indonesia's food biodiversity, JAVARA works with smallholder farmers and producers, nurturing rural entrepreneurs to create a wide range of organic food products for domestic and export markets.

JAVARA now partners with tens of thousands of farmers, foragers, and fishers across Indonesia, producing over 900 artisanal products. To build inclusive economic development, Hilman launched Sekolah @SenimanPangan (School of Food Artisans) in 2017. This platform empowers young farmers to become food entrepreneurs by creating and selling value-added products and services. This talk was given at a TEDx event; learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

CCL's student programs have empowered thousands of young adults to take meaningful action on climate change. Join Clara Fang, CCL Student Engagement Coordinator, in this breakout session to learn

CCL's student programs have empowered thousands of young adults to take meaningful action on climate change. Join Clara Fang, CCL Student Engagement Coordinator, in this breakout session to learn more and get involved.

For additional resources and information, visit the Citizens Climate Higher Education website: https://citizensclimatehighered.org/

Mensa Kwami Tsedze, our Regional Director for Africa, is a passionate young activist from Togo. He is dedicated to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Mensa actively

Mensa Kwami Tsedze, our Regional Director for Africa, is a passionate young activist from Togo. He is dedicated to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Mensa actively engages with local and international organizations, implementing projects on the ground and fostering global connections. Learn more about Mensa and Earth Guardians Africa's initiatives:

www.earthguardians.org/regional-directors/mensa-kwami-tsedze