Judges increasingly use AI tools for critical decisions, from sentencing to risk assessment, fundamentally changing justice delivery. Public confidence in the fairness and legitimacy of

Judges increasingly use AI tools for critical decisions, from sentencing to risk assessment, fundamentally changing justice delivery. Public confidence in the fairness and legitimacy of AI-assisted court processes is paramount. Dr. Brian Barry's TEDx talk proposes a roadmap: just as judges follow conduct principles, AI tools must follow good design principles.

This roadmap involves three milestones: defining AI principles, translating them into technical guardrails, and rigorously testing for trust and procedural fairness before deployment. This ensures AI adoption enhances, rather than undermines, judicial legitimacy. Dr. Barry, an Associate Professor at Trinity College Dublin, leads research on how AI design impacts trust in judicial processes, including his €2 million JUDGEASSIST project.

Dr. Jamie Sommer, an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of South Florida, investigates what truly moves the needle in climate change activism. Her oral history research project,

Dr. Jamie Sommer, an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of South Florida, investigates what truly moves the needle in climate change activism. Her oral history research project, featuring female leaders globally, uncovers surprising findings about effective climate action.

Sommer's broader work examines how institutions and systems, including capitalism and patriarchy, shape global environmental inequality, often benefiting powerful groups. She also studies climate resilience and trauma through oral histories with communities facing extreme weather events in India and Guatemala, collaborating with the Climate Knowledge Collective.

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

Each year, 500 billion petroleum-based cups are used for minutes then discarded, a problem too vast for recycling alone. The solution lies in durable reuse infrastructure: standardized, returnable

Each year, 500 billion petroleum-based cups are used for minutes then discarded, a problem too vast for recycling alone. The solution lies in durable reuse infrastructure: standardized, returnable packaging systems that treat containers as valuable assets, not waste. Such systems already thrive in countries like Colombia and France.

A global coalition, including concert venues, multinationals, and governments, is actively building standards and financing to scale these reuse systems worldwide. Amy Larkin, co-founder of PR3: Global Alliance to Advance Reuse, leads this effort. Her organization has united over 80 leaders to establish global reuse industry standards, championing reuse over recycling as the foundation for a sustainable packaging economy. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Billions of pounds of plastic packaging pollute our oceans annually. Seaweed offers a sustainable solution. Researchers are unlocking its potential as a scalable packaging material, growing

Billions of pounds of plastic packaging pollute our oceans annually. Seaweed offers a sustainable solution. Researchers are unlocking its potential as a scalable packaging material, growing without fresh water, fertilizer, or soil, and returning nutrients. Farmed globally, its expansion could create 100 million jobs.

Julia Marsh, CEO of Sway, leads this innovation. Sway's seaweed-based films perform like plastic, use existing infrastructure, and fully compost. Marsh champions ocean health and regenerative materials, proving nature's solution to plastic.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Artificial Intelligence is our present reality. In this talk, Prof. Amod Bhat explores how AI is transforming life, work, and thought. He unpacks its rapid evolution, stressing our need for

Artificial Intelligence is our present reality. In this talk, Prof. Amod Bhat explores how AI is transforming life, work, and thought. He unpacks its rapid evolution, stressing our need for adaptation, responsibility, and societal choices as the future becomes deeply intertwined with AI.

Are we ready for the future we are creating? Prof. Bhat offers a forward-looking vision for human-AI coexistence and collaboration. An educator and global advocate, his expertise from IIM Ahmedabad and Harvard informs discussions on responsible AI integration in education, reimagining classrooms as adaptive ecosystems. This TEDx talk invites rethinking resilience in education. Learn more here.

Imagine an age of abundance where scarcity is obsolete. This future, driven by limitless energy, AI innovation, and boundless creativity, requires technology, empathy, and collaboration to ensure

Imagine an age of abundance where scarcity is obsolete. This future, driven by limitless energy, AI innovation, and boundless creativity, requires technology, empathy, and collaboration to ensure everyone's potential flourishes. The infinite isn't just a concept; it's our tomorrow.

Rajendran, a technology leader and educator with three decades at Zoho, heads Zoho Schools of Learning. He champions alternative education and speaks widely on AI, leadership, and the future of work.

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

Shubhanshi reframes sustainability as a crisis of broken relationships, not just broken systems. Drawing from the Bhagavad Gita, she introduces "Akash," an invisible field of connection often

Shubhanshi reframes sustainability as a crisis of broken relationships, not just broken systems. Drawing from the Bhagavad Gita, she introduces "Akash," an invisible field of connection often missing from modern climate discourse. Through personal stories and indigenous wisdom, she argues that ecological collapse mirrors inner fragmentation, emphasizing sustainability as relational restoration.

An 18-year-old filmmaker and environmental advocate, Shubhanshi Chakraborty directed the acclaimed, award-winning film "Natok." A UN Geneva Youth Icon, she studies Environmental Science and Sustainability and authored "Past is Forward." This TEDx talk highlights her commitment to rebuilding our relationship with the Earth. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Modern development has gradually distanced us from traditional sustainable practices. Historically, communities lived in harmony with nature, valuing repair and ecological balance. Today,

Modern development has gradually distanced us from traditional sustainable practices. Historically, communities lived in harmony with nature, valuing repair and ecological balance. Today, convenience and consumption often override these mindful habits.

Kalaimagal, a Grade 11 student, is passionate about the intersection of science, society, and policy. She actively engages in critical thinking forums like Model United Nations and debates, developing strong analytical and collaborative skills. She is motivated to use knowledge and dialogue for positive change.

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

Civilizations' success has historically depended on wise resource use. Early societies practiced sustainability through water management, community agriculture, and nature-integrated architecture,

Civilizations' success has historically depended on wise resource use. Early societies practiced sustainability through water management, community agriculture, and nature-integrated architecture, ensuring long-term survival.

Sashenka, a Grade 11 student, combines a passion for movement and ideas. An avid badminton and volleyball player, they also enjoy reading and writing, exploring new perspectives. Sashenka champions discipline, creativity, and lifelong learning to shape individuals and communities.

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Does our commitment to sustainability truly translate into action, or do we merely talk about it? This talk examines modern initiatives and historical practices, challenging us to bridge the gap

Does our commitment to sustainability truly translate into action, or do we merely talk about it? This talk examines modern initiatives and historical practices, challenging us to bridge the gap between intention and genuine sustainable living.

Akhil, an avid automobile enthusiast, channels his passion for speed, racing (both virtual and on the go-kart track), and cars into creative writing and storytelling. His energy is fueled by all things automotive.

This independently organized TEDx talk encourages a deeper look at our environmental impact. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.