The escalating climate crisis necessitates urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In his 2021 TEDxHopeCollege talk, Jacob VanderRoest introduces a powerful and readily implementable

The escalating climate crisis necessitates urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In his 2021 TEDxHopeCollege talk, Jacob VanderRoest introduces a powerful and readily implementable strategy to combat this global challenge. His solution offers a practical approach that can be applied continuously throughout the day.

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

The 88,000-acre Scotchman Peaks Roadless Area, straddling the Idaho-Montana border, is one of the region's largest remaining wild areas. Inspired by its natural beauty, Jacob Glass produced "En

The 88,000-acre Scotchman Peaks Roadless Area, straddling the Idaho-Montana border, is one of the region's largest remaining wild areas. Inspired by its natural beauty, Jacob Glass produced "En Plein Air," a film documenting the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. This grassroots group, formed in 2005, seeks federal protection for the region, with the film highlighting two painters who use their art to advocate for the mountains.

The documentary received nationwide media attention, dramatically increasing the Friends' membership. This surge of public support for wilderness designation led to endorsements from many area chambers of commerce and Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer.