Amidst high political distrust, finding common ground is crucial for solving national problems. We welcome Rev. Franklin Ruff, a conservative pastor from First Baptist Church in Stillwell, Kansas,

Amidst high political distrust, finding common ground is crucial for solving national problems. We welcome Rev. Franklin Ruff, a conservative pastor from First Baptist Church in Stillwell, Kansas, and Red Co-Chair of the Braver Angels Kansas City Alliance.

Rev. Ruff, also past president of American Baptist Churches of the Central Region, advocates for humility and recognizing the humanity in others. He will share insights on bridging differences and fostering mutual understanding to address our nation's challenges.

Automakers have a history of obstructing progress on clean vehicles, often through deceptive practices. They are now pressuring President Biden to weaken emissions standards.

These

Automakers have a history of obstructing progress on clean vehicles, often through deceptive practices. They are now pressuring President Biden to weaken emissions standards.

These proposed changes would roll back commitments made over a decade ago. Take action to support stronger environmental protections:

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Speakers David Yarnold (National Audubon Society) and Andrea Mackenzie (Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority) discussed the environmental impact of the pandemic, climate change, and racial

Speakers David Yarnold (National Audubon Society) and Andrea Mackenzie (Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority) discussed the environmental impact of the pandemic, climate change, and racial tensions, fostering connection with Vayun Tiwari, 2020 National Audubon Photography Award winner.

Moderated by Sal Pizarro (Mercury News), this event occurred Thursday, March 18, at 3:00 PM PDT, partnering with the Santa Clara County Office of Education, Library District, and San Jose Public Library.

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Food sharing offers a solution to global problems by eliminating waste and efficiently distributing food to those in need, much like a mobile taxi service.

Anton Gubnitsyn, CEO of

Food sharing offers a solution to global problems by eliminating waste and efficiently distributing food to those in need, much like a mobile taxi service.

Anton Gubnitsyn, CEO of TIARCENTER—an independent think tank focused on sustainable development—champions this concept. With a Ph.D. in Sociology and extensive experience in consultancy and academia, he also leads the Sharing Economy cluster at the Russian Association for Electronic Communications (RAEC).

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

Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties

Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties to find solutions.

As a teacher and president of "Contribution to Women and Children," Manush empowers young women, encouraging their active involvement in politics and advocating for democratization in Armenia. She believes there are increasing opportunities for women in the political sphere.

A proud member of the KATARINE Women’s Political Leadership program, Manush champions women's participation and eco-education. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Clover Hogan, a 21-year-old climate activist and founder of Force of Nature, addresses the eco-anxiety prevalent in her generation. Having witnessed these struggles firsthand, she advocates for

Clover Hogan, a 21-year-old climate activist and founder of Force of Nature, addresses the eco-anxiety prevalent in her generation. Having witnessed these struggles firsthand, she advocates for climate action rooted in mindset, urging us to challenge feelings of powerlessness and take responsibility for the planet's future.

Through Force of Nature, a global non-profit mobilising mindsets for climate action, Clover has supported students in over 50 countries, consulted Fortune 500 companies, and serves on multiple advisory boards, including the COP26 President-Designate Civil Society and Youth Advisory Council. Her work empowers individuals to transform anxiety into agency. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute (WRI), highlights the evolving global economy, stating, "We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia." WRI is

Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute (WRI), highlights the evolving global economy, stating, "We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia." WRI is a global research organization with over 1000 experts working in more than 80 countries, including offices across Brazil, China, India, and the United States.

With a PhD in economics, Dr. Steer brings extensive experience from the World Bank, where he served as Special Envoy for Climate Change and held other senior roles. He is also a Commissioner for the Global Commission on Adaptation, a Global Agenda Trustee for the World Economic Forum, and a member of several key environmental and development initiatives.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

President Biden directed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to review the Trump administration's decision to remove federal protections for wolves.

However, after only five days and without

President Biden directed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to review the Trump administration's decision to remove federal protections for wolves.

However, after only five days and without an official review, the Service stated in a letter that the delisting was appropriate.

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Mehul Manjeshwar champions a holistic approach to sustainability, emphasizing people, planet, and profits across a product's entire lifecycle. As the lead for marketing and sustainability

Mehul Manjeshwar champions a holistic approach to sustainability, emphasizing people, planet, and profits across a product's entire lifecycle. As the lead for marketing and sustainability communications at Bare Necessities, he believes communication and education are fundamental to driving environmental change.

With an MBA in product lifecycle management and extensive global experience volunteering for environmental causes, Mehul is a Climate Reality Leader trained by Al Gore. He inspires communities to adopt sustainable lifestyles, advocating for a balance between technology and environmental consciousness.

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

Mr. Irfan Maierdan, a Master Candidate from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, presented "A New Idea for Waste Disposal" at the 2020 C+NbS annual meeting. This was a TEDx event.

The C+NbS

Mr. Irfan Maierdan, a Master Candidate from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, presented "A New Idea for Waste Disposal" at the 2020 C+NbS annual meeting. This was a TEDx event.

The C+NbS platform, supported by TNC, was established by ICCSD to contribute China's Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to global discussions. China co-leads the UN-initiated NbS coalition with New Zealand, promoting this vital concept.

ICCSD, a climate think tank founded in 2017 and led by Mr. XIE Zhenhua (China’s Special Advisor on Climate), addresses global climate and sustainability challenges through research and policy dialogues. It also serves as the inaugural Secretariat of GAUC. Visit ICCSD or TEDx for more.