The clean energy transition, often associated with the affluent, is fundamentally a civil rights issue. Communities of color disproportionately suffer from toxic pollution near factories and

The clean energy transition, often associated with the affluent, is fundamentally a civil rights issue. Communities of color disproportionately suffer from toxic pollution near factories and refineries, leading African Americans and Latinos to express greater concern about climate change than whites.

Despite this critical link, environmental movements frequently lack diversity and struggle to engage these communities. We delve into these challenges with hip hop artist and activist Mystic, civil rights hero Rev. Gerald Durley, and civil rights lawyer Ingrid Brostrom.

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Clean water changes everything. Globally, 663 million people lack access to safe drinking water, spending hours daily to collect it. This not only keeps children out of school and hinders economic

Clean water changes everything. Globally, 663 million people lack access to safe drinking water, spending hours daily to collect it. This not only keeps children out of school and hinders economic opportunities but also leads to deadly diseases. Unsafe water and poor sanitation kill more people annually than all forms of violence, including war. Learn more about the water crisis here.

Access to clean water transforms lives. It improves health, increases school attendance, empowers women, boosts economies, and offers hope for a brighter future. Animation by: BUCK. Sound Design/Score: Antfood.

Raised in Vancouver and Toronto, Severn Cullis-Suzuki developed a lifelong passion for nature. At nine, she founded the Environmental Children's Organization (ECO) to educate peers on

Raised in Vancouver and Toronto, Severn Cullis-Suzuki developed a lifelong passion for nature. At nine, she founded the Environmental Children's Organization (ECO) to educate peers on environmental issues. In 1992, ECO raised funds to attend the UN Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, where 12-year-old Severn delivered a powerful speech reminding global leaders of their actions' future impact, earning a standing ovation.

Nearly two decades later, she continues to address our understanding of the environment. Watch her here.

Caterpillar partners with Mano a

Caterpillar partners with Mano a Mano to address Bolivia's critical lack of healthcare access. This collaboration targets one of the world's highest infant mortality rates by focusing on foundational infrastructure.

Their joint efforts involve building roads, which significantly improves access to vital medical clinics. This initiative is successfully reducing infant mortality and ensuring more Bolivians receive the essential healthcare they need.

Environmental pollution is worsening, partly due to inadequate garbage classification and recycling. Many disregard proper waste disposal and its negative environmental impact. This invention aims

Environmental pollution is worsening, partly due to inadequate garbage classification and recycling. Many disregard proper waste disposal and its negative environmental impact. This invention aims to encourage correct waste sorting and foster environmental protection in daily life.

Julie Tu Jia Yi, a student in Zhejiang, China, is passionate about improving the world and developing innovative solutions.

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

Dwarkadas Suresh, known as "Solar Suresh," advocates for ecological balance through sustainable living. He demonstrates this with his self-sufficient home, utilizing solar panels, rainwater

Dwarkadas Suresh, known as "Solar Suresh," advocates for ecological balance through sustainable living. He demonstrates this with his self-sufficient home, utilizing solar panels, rainwater harvesting, biogas, terrace gardens, and an Air-o-water machine that makes drinking water from air.

Suresh emphasizes personal contribution to avoid natural resource depletion, stating that a lack of curiosity and awareness hinders societal change. He asserts that sustainable living is a neglected concept, and eco-friendly solutions like solar plants are economically viable for homes, businesses, and institutions. He has successfully implemented these solutions and shared his vision at numerous institutions, including a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.