Stephen H. Schneider Award recipient Katharine Hayhoe states that intelligence does not predict an individual's feelings about climate change. Instead, the most significant factor is one's

Stephen H. Schneider Award recipient Katharine Hayhoe states that intelligence does not predict an individual's feelings about climate change. Instead, the most significant factor is one's position on the political spectrum.

Hayhoe emphasizes that political alignment is the primary determinant of climate change perspectives. Therefore, initiating discussions from a foundation of shared identity is essential for effective communication on the topic.

Anu Meena, an IIT Delhi alumnus from Manoli, Rajasthan, founded Agrowave after witnessing her farmer grandfather's struggles to sell produce fairly. Inspired to use technology to bridge the gap

Anu Meena, an IIT Delhi alumnus from Manoli, Rajasthan, founded Agrowave after witnessing her farmer grandfather's struggles to sell produce fairly. Inspired to use technology to bridge the gap between farmers and businesses, she aims to organize India's largely unorganized agricultural sector, which contributes 13% to the nation's GDP.

Recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia for Agrowave, Anu is empowering farmers and shifting paradigms in agriculture. Her innovative approach and entrepreneurial spirit are inspiring many. She shared her journey at a TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Every day, 25 orangutans perish as their forest homes are cleared for palm oil. An area equivalent to 147 football fields is destroyed hourly, threatening to wipe out the last generation of

Every day, 25 orangutans perish as their forest homes are cleared for palm oil. An area equivalent to 147 football fields is destroyed hourly, threatening to wipe out the last generation of orangutans forever.

We must act now. Your support is vital to pressure companies ignoring deforestation. By raising our collective voice, we can expose complicit brands and halt this needless destruction.

Donate and help stop deforestation: https://act.gp/stopdeforestation

Lightweight Containers, a family business, is committed to a sustainable future where packaging has minimal environmental impact. They continuously design and produce with the goal of closed

Lightweight Containers, a family business, is committed to a sustainable future where packaging has minimal environmental impact. They continuously design and produce with the goal of closed recycling, striving for zero impact on nature.

Their revolutionary KeyKeg offers an eco-friendly, lightweight alternative to traditional heavy metal kegs. CEO Anita Veenendaal leads this effort, disrupting the industry with innovative, sustainable solutions.

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

Agriculture accounts for nearly three-quarters of tropical deforestation. The global food system is the largest consumer of land and water, and the biggest single emitter of greenhouse

Agriculture accounts for nearly three-quarters of tropical deforestation. The global food system is the largest consumer of land and water, and the biggest single emitter of greenhouse gases.

While we can feed the world's growing population, this requires a fundamental reevaluation of our dietary choices and food production methods.

Pollution of land, air, and water significantly contributes to the global decline of species.

Individuals can help limit these harmful impacts. Actions include avoiding single-use plastics,

Pollution of land, air, and water significantly contributes to the global decline of species.

Individuals can help limit these harmful impacts. Actions include avoiding single-use plastics, utilizing public transport, and advocating for stricter recycling programs. Additionally, support efforts to discourage the development of coal-fired power stations.

Marine ecologist Enric Sala proposes a bold plan to save the fishing industry and protect the ocean simultaneously. He advocates for a giant marine reserve covering two-thirds of the world's high

Marine ecologist Enric Sala proposes a bold plan to save the fishing industry and protect the ocean simultaneously. He advocates for a giant marine reserve covering two-thirds of the world's high seas, areas outside national jurisdiction. Sala believes this initiative will restore the ocean's ecological, economic, and social benefits, stating, "When we can align economic needs with conservation, miracles can happen."

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Single-use plastic bags are being banned worldwide. Explore handy alternatives to plastic bin liners.

Share these options with friends and encourage them to join the "ban the bag" campaign

Single-use plastic bags are being banned worldwide. Explore handy alternatives to plastic bin liners.

Share these options with friends and encourage them to join the "ban the bag" campaign in Australia. Learn more here: http://act.gp/2enSdd6

Single-use plastic is severely damaging our planet.

Its pervasive presence pollutes ecosystems, harms wildlife, and contaminates vital natural resources.

Urgent global efforts are

Single-use plastic is severely damaging our planet.

Its pervasive presence pollutes ecosystems, harms wildlife, and contaminates vital natural resources.

Urgent global efforts are essential to curb its use and mitigate this escalating environmental crisis.

As a high school student in drought-stricken Reno, Nevada, Celeste Tinajero initiated significant environmental changes at Reed High School.

In 2011, she secured a $12,000 grant from

As a high school student in drought-stricken Reno, Nevada, Celeste Tinajero initiated significant environmental changes at Reed High School.

In 2011, she secured a $12,000 grant from GREENevada to replace leaky bathroom fixtures with water-saving technology. Following this success, she spearheaded efforts to install a hydration station, raising funds through reusable water bottle sales to cover asbestos removal.

Tinajero graduated in 2013, leaving a lasting impact. Today, she continues her advocacy by designing sustainable living curricula for local schools and researching for Reno's "Bag the Ban" campaign against plastic bags.