The question of how butterflies survive Australia's massive bushfires was answered in part by Julie Favell. Near Long Swamp in Lithgow, while putting out water for fire-affected wildlife, she

The question of how butterflies survive Australia's massive bushfires was answered in part by Julie Favell. Near Long Swamp in Lithgow, while putting out water for fire-affected wildlife, she witnessed common brown butterflies (Heteronympha merope) fluttering inside a moist wombat hole.

This observation suggests that natural underground shelters, offering damp and cooler conditions, provide vital refuge for some species during intense infernos.

Footage by Julie Favell.

Pioneering women's rights lawyer and activist Catharine A. MacKinnon explores the "Butterfly Effect" in law. She argues that seemingly minor legal interventions can generate major social and

Pioneering women's rights lawyer and activist Catharine A. MacKinnon explores the "Butterfly Effect" in law. She argues that seemingly minor legal interventions can generate major social and cultural transformations, inspiring equality seekers to spread their wings.

A distinguished Elizabeth A. Long Professor of Law at Michigan Law, MacKinnon specializes in sex equality issues under international and domestic law. Watch her discuss these powerful ideas in our latest RSA Spotlight video. For the full talk, click here. Learn more about her work here.

These fish migrate long distances upriver to reach their spawning grounds.

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These fish migrate long distances upriver to reach their spawning grounds.

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Silos are ineffective for complex, long-term challenges. Stakeholders—including investors, employees, partners, customers, and communities—now expect integrated solutions.

P&G Fabric

Silos are ineffective for complex, long-term challenges. Stakeholders—including investors, employees, partners, customers, and communities—now expect integrated solutions.

P&G Fabric leaders will explore how to embed ESG, sustainability, and purpose across the enterprise. This integration is crucial for unlocking innovation.

Climate is fundamental to all ecological, biological, and human systems. As we confront a long climate emergency, skilled leaders are uniting to transform our lifestyles and foster widespread

Climate is fundamental to all ecological, biological, and human systems. As we confront a long climate emergency, skilled leaders are uniting to transform our lifestyles and foster widespread resilience.

Key figures in this effort include Berkeley's Chief Resilience Officer Timothy Burroughs, Professor David W. Orr, and financial adviser Tom Van Dyck.

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this

Tuscarora elder Ted Williams, of the Wolf Clan, shares his knowledge on The Great Law of Peace, recognized as the world's oldest and longest-lived peace treaty.

A full documentary of this teaching is available for purchase on DVD. Visit the Earth & Spirit Council's Website for more information.

Quin, a 9th grader at Treasure Mountain Junior High in Park City, Utah, shares how his passion for recycling cardboard has led to lifelong adventures.

This presentation was delivered at a

Quin, a 9th grader at Treasure Mountain Junior High in Park City, Utah, shares how his passion for recycling cardboard has led to lifelong adventures.

This presentation was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event following the TED conference format. Learn more about TEDx: https://www.ted.com/tedx