Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted

Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted in ancestral connections to Madre Tierra, focuses on amplifying the voices of youth of color. She believes in sharing her platform to ensure their messages are heard.

This TEDx talk emphasizes the urgent need to invite youth of color into the broader climate change conversation. As Rigoberta Menchú stated, our "militarized, fenced-in, poisoned" Mother Earth demands action. Cristal, pursuing a doctorate in environmental racism, teaches and develops curriculum to empower these brilliant young scholars. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Lifelong environmental activist Christine Milne urges unwavering hope for protecting and restoring our planet, especially for young people. Having witnessed major environmental wins, she believes

Lifelong environmental activist Christine Milne urges unwavering hope for protecting and restoring our planet, especially for young people. Having witnessed major environmental wins, she believes there are strong reasons for optimism.

Milne highlights the UN Decade for Ecological Restoration (2021-2030) and the potential restoration of Lake Pedder. Flooded in 1972, this pristine alpine lake is now a prime candidate for ecological restoration—a beacon of hope and a future success story.

A former leader of the Australian Green Party and IUCN Vice President, Christine co-convenes the Lake Pedder Restoration Committee and holds numerous other environmental roles. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Designers are key to accelerating a circular economy. Tim Brown (IDEO), Dharan Kirupanantham (Adidas), and Marcus Fairs (Dezeen) discuss empowering them to create differently.

The Ellen

Designers are key to accelerating a circular economy. Tim Brown (IDEO), Dharan Kirupanantham (Adidas), and Marcus Fairs (Dezeen) discuss empowering them to create differently.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity launched in 2010 by world record-breaking sailor Ellen MacArthur, is a global thought leader. It accelerates the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, and insight.

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Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community

Rebecca Moore of Google Outreach discussed the Google Earth Outreach Program at the 2009 Bioneers Conference. This "Global Community Watch" empowers non-profits, communities, and indigenous peoples worldwide by applying Google's mapping tools to foster a sustainable society.

A computer scientist, Moore's personal Google Earth work was instrumental in stopping the logging of redwoods in her Santa Cruz Mountain community. She also initiated and leads Google Earth Engine, a platform for global-scale data-mining of satellite imagery for societal benefit. Moore holds degrees from Brown and Stanford Universities.

Mushrooms, with their dazzling array of colors and forms, are the temporary fruiting bodies of a larger fungal network. Join local expert Chris May to explore Arizona's diverse fungal world,

Mushrooms, with their dazzling array of colors and forms, are the temporary fruiting bodies of a larger fungal network. Join local expert Chris May to explore Arizona's diverse fungal world, learning about edible species, those to avoid, and how to appreciate the fungi all around us.

A former Arizona Mushroom Society president, Chris May is a NAMA-designated mushroom identifier and a member of its Toxicology Committee. Passionate about fungi since 2012, he consults on suspected mushroom poisonings and has safely identified 88 different species in Arizona.

Isra Hirsi, 16, from Minneapolis, co-founded and co-directs the US Youth Climate Strike. This organization combats the climate crisis through strikes and policy advocacy.

Witnessing

Isra Hirsi, 16, from Minneapolis, co-founded and co-directs the US Youth Climate Strike. This organization combats the climate crisis through strikes and policy advocacy.

Witnessing environmental injustices like pipelines and the Flint water crisis spurred Isra to action. She launched the US Youth Climate Strike in March 2019. With numerous organizers and partners, the group has led multiple strikes and a petition for a climate debate. Isra prioritizes accessible, visible action, focusing on climate change's disproportionate impact on Black and Brown communities and amplifying frontline voices.

Inspired by her sister, who graduates in 2030—a critical climate year—Isra champions diverse youth voices in the fight for climate justice. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

Chef Richard Jones explores the future of food, addressing complex issues in production and consumption. His talk delves into the intersection of food, flavor, agriculture, sustainability, and

Chef Richard Jones explores the future of food, addressing complex issues in production and consumption. His talk delves into the intersection of food, flavor, agriculture, sustainability, and technology.

Jones' global culinary journey began in Adelaide, influencing his passion for diverse flavors. After moving to Nashville in 2000, he worked with renowned chefs and catered for major musical artists. In 2012, he became Executive Chef at Green Door Gourmet, where he educates consumers, develops recipes for CSA members, and champions community-supported agriculture, transforming Nashville's farm-to-fork dining.

This insightful presentation was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a former Bioneers participant, organizer, and activist, shares her "inside-outside" theory of change in a personal video. This approach, developed as an organizer and

Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a former Bioneers participant, organizer, and activist, shares her "inside-outside" theory of change in a personal video. This approach, developed as an organizer and employed as a legislator, aims to build power and enact policy shifts. She chairs the Congressional Progressive Caucus, representing Washington's 7th District.

As the first South Asian American woman elected to the House, Rep. Jayapal is a highly influential leader on progressive policies, including immigration, LGBTQ+ rights, and climate. Her work builds on decades of advocacy for women's, immigrant, and human rights. She authored "Use the Power You Have." Learn more at Bioneers.org.

Dr. Damle, a Clinical Associate Professor at Brown University and founding partner of South County Internal Medicine, has treated countless patients suffering from climate change-related

Dr. Damle, a Clinical Associate Professor at Brown University and founding partner of South County Internal Medicine, has treated countless patients suffering from climate change-related illnesses. These include tick-borne diseases, allergies, asthma, and waterborne illnesses, which are increasing in frequency and disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.

As past president of the American College of Physicians and a co-author of their 2015 position paper, Dr. Damle is a leading voice on the human health effects of climate change. He speaks globally, is a founding member of the Medical Societies Consortium on Climate Change, and advocates for mitigation efforts to legislative bodies and health departments.

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

Despite strong evidence and technical solutions, our planet is moving "beyond its limits" due to climate change. In her talk, Astghine Pasoyan discusses why this is happening and what can be done

Despite strong evidence and technical solutions, our planet is moving "beyond its limits" due to climate change. In her talk, Astghine Pasoyan discusses why this is happening and what can be done to drive sustainable green transformation.

Pasoyan is a sustainable energy expert, project manager, trainer, and policy advocate with over two decades of experience in CEE and CIS, including multi-million fundraising. She has authored numerous papers and managed significant legal reforms and strategies in energy efficiency and renewable energy across multiple countries. A graduate of Brown University and Yerevan State Economic University, her insights are invaluable.

This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more here.