Climate change is intensifying, bringing more frequent extreme events like coastal floods and wildfires. Indraneel, an urban resilience researcher, develops mathematical models to quantify these

Climate change is intensifying, bringing more frequent extreme events like coastal floods and wildfires. Indraneel, an urban resilience researcher, develops mathematical models to quantify these impacts on urban systems. His work aims to create climate adaptation strategies that reduce disruption and protect vulnerable communities.

Raised in Pune, Indraneel earned his undergraduate degree in mathematics from UC Berkeley and a Ph.D. in Computational and Mathematical Engineering from Stanford University. Beyond his research, he enjoys reading, writing, and dancing to electroswing music.

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Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute (WRI), highlights the evolving global economy, stating, "We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia." WRI is

Dr. Andrew Steer, President and CEO of the World Resources Institute (WRI), highlights the evolving global economy, stating, "We have a window of opportunity to break through that inertia." WRI is a global research organization with over 1000 experts working in more than 80 countries, including offices across Brazil, China, India, and the United States.

With a PhD in economics, Dr. Steer brings extensive experience from the World Bank, where he served as Special Envoy for Climate Change and held other senior roles. He is also a Commissioner for the Global Commission on Adaptation, a Global Agenda Trustee for the World Economic Forum, and a member of several key environmental and development initiatives.

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Donald Trump's infamous "It is, what it is" regarding COVID-19 deaths inadvertently highlights humanity's unpreparedness for natural systems. Whether a virus or climate change, our poor response

Donald Trump's infamous "It is, what it is" regarding COVID-19 deaths inadvertently highlights humanity's unpreparedness for natural systems. Whether a virus or climate change, our poor response demands urgent scientific understanding and decisive action. The pandemic serves as a critical wake-up call, urging us to avoid "crisis fatigue" and address environmental challenges.

This talk was delivered by Mark McGinley, an ecologist whose lifelong passion for nature began in childhood. With degrees in zoology and ecology, he dedicated his career to fostering scientific and environmental literacy. As a professor, he taught field courses, developed programs, and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia of Earth. He now works at Lingnan University. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Listen to the latest episode: CCR Ep. 55: Climate Change and Creation Care—What Would Jesus

Listen to the latest episode: CCR Ep. 55: Climate Change and Creation Care—What Would Jesus Do? Host Peterson Toscano speaks with two Christian women about their faith, commitment to creation care, and why they see Citizens Climate Lobby as a place for meaningful solutions. They emphasize the spiritual call for believers to take creation care seriously.

In the Art House, meet Lindsay Linsky, author of *Keep It Good—Understanding Creation Care through Parables*. A Bible-believing Christian with a PhD in environmental education, Lindsay uses stories to overcome apathy and partisan divides, helping Christians embrace God's message of creation stewardship. She shares practical insights and a powerful Bible verse highlighting the call to creation care.

Professor Phoebe Koundouri's TEDx talk on October 17, 2020, focused on Greece's sustainable transition post-COVID-19. She stressed the climate crisis as the "mother of all crises," advocating

Professor Phoebe Koundouri's TEDx talk on October 17, 2020, focused on Greece's sustainable transition post-COVID-19. She stressed the climate crisis as the "mother of all crises," advocating urgent decarbonization via technological pathways and a green, inclusive recovery, including workforce up-skilling for the 4th industrial revolution.

Koundouri also discussed ESG reporting, green finance, the EU taxonomy, and sustainability clusters. A highly cited economist with a Cambridge PhD, she chairs Sustainable Development at AUEB and leads numerous global environmental initiatives. Learn more about her work here.

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This TEDx talk, presented on October 17, 2020, at TEDxEuropeanSustainabilityAcademy Crete, addressed climate change and sustainability. Professor Theocharis Tsoutsos, from the Environmental

This TEDx talk, presented on October 17, 2020, at TEDxEuropeanSustainabilityAcademy Crete, addressed climate change and sustainability. Professor Theocharis Tsoutsos, from the Environmental Engineering School at TU Crete and founder of the Renewable & Sustainable Energy Lab (ReSEL), shared insights into Rethymno's successful sustainable mobility initiative.

He detailed the H2020 CIVITAS Destinations project, which engaged diverse stakeholders to implement policy-based mobility solutions. This program significantly improved residents' quality of life, enhanced the city's image, and enriched visitor experiences, establishing Rethymno as a 'lighthouse example' for other EU cities. For more information, visit www.resel.tuc.gr or learn about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Li Jia discussed Carbon Dioxide Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), a viable technology crucial for large-scale greenhouse gas reduction. With 15 years of experience in CCUS, Dr. Jia holds a

Li Jia discussed Carbon Dioxide Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS), a viable technology crucial for large-scale greenhouse gas reduction. With 15 years of experience in CCUS, Dr. Jia holds a PhD in mechanical engineering from Imperial College London.

After teaching in the UK, she returned to China, home to many power plants, and now works at Shanghai Jiaotong University. She is dedicated to cutting CO2 emissions from industrial sources like power, chemical, steel, and cement plants, and advocates for negative emissions to help China achieve its 2060 carbon neutral goal.

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Sue, an environmental campaigner and former Wallingford Councillor, advocates for a return to bio-abundance. Drawing on her Oxford University PhD research on wild rabbits, now an endangered

Sue, an environmental campaigner and former Wallingford Councillor, advocates for a return to bio-abundance. Drawing on her Oxford University PhD research on wild rabbits, now an endangered species, she calls for rethinking housing policy to prioritize homes over investments.

She actively fights overdevelopment and the loss of communal facilities, championing nature restoration to 1950s levels for climate control and biodiversity. Her talk, delivered at a local TEDx event, emphasizes building homes based on need, not greed. Learn more at TEDx.

Microbial ecologist Steven Allison explores how diverse microbiomes in soils, oceans, and air are crucial for our planet's chemical balance. He explains their potential to combat climate change,

Microbial ecologist Steven Allison explores how diverse microbiomes in soils, oceans, and air are crucial for our planet's chemical balance. He explains their potential to combat climate change, sustain agriculture, and build healthy soils.

Dr. Allison, a Professor of Ecology at UC Irvine with a PhD from Stanford, researches ecosystem responses to climate change and develops mathematical models linking microbial communities, carbon cycling, and climate. Recognized as a UC Irvine Climate Action Champion, he established the Climate Action and Ridge to Reef Training Programs.

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Incorrectly disposed plastic severely harms our planet. This raises critical questions: Can bioplastics offer a viable alternative? How should consumers manage separate collection, and what is the

Incorrectly disposed plastic severely harms our planet. This raises critical questions: Can bioplastics offer a viable alternative? How should consumers manage separate collection, and what is the government's role?

Giorgia Spigno, an Associate Professor in Food Science and Technology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, addresses these complex issues. With an MSc in Food Science and Technology and a PhD in Chemical and Process Engineering, she shared her expertise at a TEDx event.

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