Could genomics offer a solution to the climate change crisis? Genomics, the study of genes and their functions, explores manipulating genomes for increased resilience against environmental harm.

Could genomics offer a solution to the climate change crisis? Genomics, the study of genes and their functions, explores manipulating genomes for increased resilience against environmental harm. Yale Professor Daniel C. Esty, editor of *A Better Planet: Forty Big Ideas for a Sustainable Future*, advocates for genetic modification in nature as a serious strategy for sustainability.

This approach could harden species against climate threats, speed plant growth, and enhance forests' ability to absorb carbon, making nature a key part of the solution. Watch the newest video from Big Think: https://bigth.ink/NewVideo. Join Big Think Edge for exclusive content: https://bigth.ink/Edge.

Photographer Daniel Beltra offers insight into his experience documenting the Gulf oil spill and his ongoing motivation to capture our changing environment. His interview on "ICE," uploaded August

Photographer Daniel Beltra offers insight into his experience documenting the Gulf oil spill and his ongoing motivation to capture our changing environment. His interview on "ICE," uploaded August 4, 2010, is available here. Explore more of his work on his website.

Beltra was also shortlisted for the Prix Pictet, the global award in photography and sustainability, for his powerful series, "Spill."

Timber framer Jenna Pollard is actively changing the narrative for women in trades. With women making up less than five percent of US carpenters, Pollard shares her expertise with apprentices,

Timber framer Jenna Pollard is actively changing the narrative for women in trades. With women making up less than five percent of US carpenters, Pollard shares her expertise with apprentices, believing, "We need women who are the professionals...passing on that knowledge to other women." She's building a future where women are empowered in skilled trades, one dovetail joint at a time.

Learn more about Jenna's work in the film "Reframed," directed by Luisa Conlon. You can also support the Women’s Natural Building Scholarship Fund by donating here. Explore Luisa Conlon's other projects here.

This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging

This interview features Carmen Perez, Senior Research Analyst, Global Valuation at the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP). It took place at the 2013 VolunteerMatch Client Summit in New York City.

Perez discussed volunteering's crucial role in CECP's global business partnerships addressing societal issues. She highlighted its growing priority for large corporations worldwide, evolving into a strategic focus with both social and business benefits.

Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes

Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes in creative writing, eco-poetry, and Pacific literature, and is affiliate faculty with the Center for Pacific Islands Studies and the Indigenous Politics Program.

Perez's leadership roles include serving as Chair of the Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Islander Board (2017-2020) and as Director of the Creative Program (2014-2016, 2019-2020).

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on

Daniel Ishaku, a tech innovator and educator, shares his inspiring journey of transforming a simple idea into TokoPay, a revenue-generating chatbot that facilitates seamless bill payments on WhatsApp and Telegram. His talk offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Drawing from his experience building AI tools and founding Toko Academy, Daniel demonstrates how passion, resilience, and strategic AI use can bridge the gap between problem identification and scalable solutions. He emphasizes human-centered innovation, inspiring progress as the Lead Organizer of TEDxYola 2025.

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

Climate activist Luisa Neubauer, co-founder of "Fridays For Future," envisions a future where

Climate activist Luisa Neubauer, co-founder of "Fridays For Future," envisions a future where humanity has overcome the climate crisis. She emphasizes that addressing this challenge is a collective responsibility, not limited to one generation, and offers four initial steps for anyone to become an activist.

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Luisa Daniel Perez's life transformed through a small loan, business and empowerment training, and a supportive environment.

Her story demonstrates how these resources enabled her to

Luisa Daniel Perez's life transformed through a small loan, business and empowerment training, and a supportive environment.

Her story demonstrates how these resources enabled her to positively impact her community. Watch to learn more about her journey and the change she is catalyzing.