Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

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Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

Mayors James Brainard (Carmel, IN), Anna Tovar (former Tolleson, AZ), Sean Spiller (Montclair, NJ), and Alexis Hermosillo (El Mirage, AZ) bring diverse expertise. They have implemented environmental initiatives like roundabouts and "No Idling" policies, fostered sustainable economic development, and advocated for their communities.

Discover their strategies for climate solutions and community engagement. Access full bios for Mayor Brainard, Anna Tovar, Sean Spiller, and Alexis Hermosillo.

Anna's presentation explores the global state of renewable energy, addressing current challenges, proposing solutions, and envisioning its future. A young scientist, she has spent three years

Anna's presentation explores the global state of renewable energy, addressing current challenges, proposing solutions, and envisioning its future. A young scientist, she has spent three years modifying nanocrystalline solar cells to enhance efficiency and create affordable, accessible panels. Her work has earned her multiple awards, including Explory, Intel ISEF 2019, and INSPO-Turkey 2018, and she is featured in Justyna Suchecka's book "Young Power."

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community using the TED conference format. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Anna leads Finland's successful initiative against food waste, a story rooted in the nation's unique characteristics. Finland's cold, vast landscape and small population (5.5 million) have

Anna leads Finland's successful initiative against food waste, a story rooted in the nation's unique characteristics. Finland's cold, vast landscape and small population (5.5 million) have cultivated a practical, collaborative society, essential for tackling complex challenges.

Her team unites diverse stakeholders—including the food industry, retailers, and various ministries—to work collectively. Their model encourages voluntary actions focused on profitability and sustainability, while also spreading awareness. The key learning is that effective solutions must reflect food waste's multi-faceted nature.

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

Communities amplify climate-positive actions and drive cultural change, crucial for sustainable progress. However, they require nurturing to overcome barriers like a lack of empathy or

Communities amplify climate-positive actions and drive cultural change, crucial for sustainable progress. However, they require nurturing to overcome barriers like a lack of empathy or diversity.

Dr. Anna Hands will discuss how communities foster sustainable behavior change to tackle the climate crisis. As director of PPL PWR, a non-profit promoting sustainability, and a Public Officer at the Academy of Medical Sciences, Dr. Hands brings diverse expertise.

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

In his 2025 year-end video message, FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu highlighted FAO's 80-year unwavering commitment to a world free from hunger. He underscored that the right to food is a

In his 2025 year-end video message, FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu highlighted FAO's 80-year unwavering commitment to a world free from hunger. He underscored that the right to food is a fundamental human right and that peace is a prerequisite for food security.

His speech emphasized collaboration, innovation, and the "Four Betters" as guiding principles for our shared future. He called on everyone to join FAO in working towards food security, peace, and hope for generations to come.