The world generates over 2 billion tons of municipal solid waste annually, leading to severe health, safety, and environmental issues. Marcela Godoy is dedicated to finding sustainable solutions,

The world generates over 2 billion tons of municipal solid waste annually, leading to severe health, safety, and environmental issues. Marcela Godoy is dedicated to finding sustainable solutions, teaching "Re-Made in China" at New York University Shanghai.

Through her course, Godoy guides students to rethink waste, exploring sustainable design and technologies to transform discarded materials into valuable items like jewelry, furniture, and art. Her TEDxNYUShanghaiSalon talk delves into her commitment to sustainable development and how we can combat plastic pollution.

This talk was independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Karmay Ngai, raised in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and the UK, is an international model despite majoring in Graphic and Product Design. Describing herself as "coached by life," she spent seven years in

Karmay Ngai, raised in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and the UK, is an international model despite majoring in Graphic and Product Design. Describing herself as "coached by life," she spent seven years in New York, working with brands like Guess and Vivienne Westwood, and appearing in publications such as Vogue and Harper's Bazaar.

In 2019, Ngai moved to China to expand her label, plu, focusing on sustainability and mental wellness workshops. The following year, she founded Sustainable Space Station (SSS), a platform dedicated to integrating sustainability into modern life.

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

TEDxNYUShanghai speaker Ye Huang Zoe is a wildlife conservationist. She led 34 advocacy campaigns against illegal wildlife trade in seven African countries, with multinational companies. Her

TEDxNYUShanghai speaker Ye Huang Zoe is a wildlife conservationist. She led 34 advocacy campaigns against illegal wildlife trade in seven African countries, with multinational companies. Her efforts impacted over 160,000 Chinese in Africa, with 2.6 million views across 50+ media.

She researched wildlife products in Uganda and led youth field research on global conservation, covering protected areas and orangutan conservation. Her impactful work featured on CCTV's "China with me" and "Voice" programs.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

David Blackhurst, founder of the not-for-profit Tiny Home Foundation, presents a real-world solution to universal housing challenges. He shares insights on escaping the tenancy treadmill and

David Blackhurst, founder of the not-for-profit Tiny Home Foundation, presents a real-world solution to universal housing challenges. He shares insights on escaping the tenancy treadmill and reducing hidden homelessness through genuinely affordable homes.

His ideas explore how we live, buy homes, and achieve greater happiness. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx here.

Surya Bowyer, Head of Library Services and Curator of Collections at Queen Elizabeth's, explores the question: "Why save a tree?"

His TEDx talk spans topics from Canada to Scotland,

Surya Bowyer, Head of Library Services and Curator of Collections at Queen Elizabeth's, explores the question: "Why save a tree?"

His TEDx talk spans topics from Canada to Scotland, including tax incentives, the "Wood Wide Web," and the history of Queen Elizabeth's School. With an interest in the history of science, Surya has also collaborated with the Science Museum, London.

This presentation was part of an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

David Detzler, a degreed chemist and 45-year automotive veteran, offers an insider's view on climate change. He argues that carbon offsets are ineffective and that the only real solution is to end

David Detzler, a degreed chemist and 45-year automotive veteran, offers an insider's view on climate change. He argues that carbon offsets are ineffective and that the only real solution is to end our addiction to fossil fuels. A National Merit Scholar, Detzler conducted research alongside doctoral students at age 20, identifying the dangers of 2-4-dichlorophenoxyacetic, later known as Agent Orange.

At Chrysler Automotive, Detzler served as a materials engineer and senior manager. He pioneered advancements in coatings, notably introducing environmentally safe powder coating to the American automotive market.

Today, Detzler continues to advocate for greener manufacturing methods and materials within the automotive industry. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Yasmeen Mjalli, a creative director based in Palestine, explores sustainability through the lens of indigenous knowledge, fashion, and environmental justice. Her work emphasizes a collaborative

Yasmeen Mjalli, a creative director based in Palestine, explores sustainability through the lens of indigenous knowledge, fashion, and environmental justice. Her work emphasizes a collaborative relationship with Mother Nature, drawing guidance from the collective ancestral past of BIPOC communities to build a sustainable future.

Mjalli is the creative director of Nol Collective, an intersectional feminist and political fashion collective. Nol designs and produces apparel in Palestine, also providing a platform for local women-run cooperatives and brands. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx.

Dorian, a junior at Park City High School in Utah, explores various ways we can collectively work to save the planet.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event, an independently organized

Dorian, a junior at Park City High School in Utah, explores various ways we can collectively work to save the planet.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event, an independently organized program following the TED conference format. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

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

Youth action is crucial to combat climate change and environmental destruction. The solution lies at the intersection of personal responsibility, technology, and sustainability. I believe

Youth action is crucial to combat climate change and environmental destruction. The solution lies at the intersection of personal responsibility, technology, and sustainability. I believe environmental awareness, coupled with resilience and perseverance, can inspire individual behavior change and ultimately transform the world.

I'm Marcelo da Paz, a 12th-grade student passionate about programming, soccer, video games, and making a global impact. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.