Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach

Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach helped her forge a significant role in climate action.

Her TEDx talk highlights how young people can gain respect and a voice by conducting value-added research that impacts policy development. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

In this TEDx talk, engineer and entrepreneur Shoaib Iqbal discusses his vision for battling climate change from space using satellites. He founded Saturn Space, a startup developing cost-effective

In this TEDx talk, engineer and entrepreneur Shoaib Iqbal discusses his vision for battling climate change from space using satellites. He founded Saturn Space, a startup developing cost-effective imaging satellites, and serves as a Payload Engineer at Monash HPR (High Powered Rocketry).

Passionate about space exploration and technology, Shoaib has founded four startups in medical technology and alternative energy. His life's work revolves around leveraging technology to solve global problems and usher in an era of positivity.

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

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.

Underwater drone expert and TED Fellow David Lang asserts that ocean protection isn't solely for scientists; ordinary citizens have a proven history of safeguarding natural treasures. Lang

Underwater drone expert and TED Fellow David Lang asserts that ocean protection isn't solely for scientists; ordinary citizens have a proven history of safeguarding natural treasures. Lang advocates for a three-point plan to conserve underwater wonders, drawing lessons from the US National Parks Service.

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The energy crisis has prompted even die-hard environmentalists to reconsider nuclear power. In this first-ever TED debate, Stewart Brand and Mark Z. Jacobson square off, discussing its pros and

The energy crisis has prompted even die-hard environmentalists to reconsider nuclear power. In this first-ever TED debate, Stewart Brand and Mark Z. Jacobson square off, discussing its pros and cons. This thought-provoking discussion might even change your mind.

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Journalist Naomi Klein, observing the catastrophic aftermath of BP's risky oil pursuit in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighted society's addiction to extreme risk. This pattern extends to new energy

Journalist Naomi Klein, observing the catastrophic aftermath of BP's risky oil pursuit in the Gulf of Mexico, highlighted society's addiction to extreme risk. This pattern extends to new energy sources and financial instruments, often leaving us to manage the resulting messes.

Klein's crucial question emerges: What is our backup plan when these high-stakes ventures fail? Discover more of her insights at http://www.ted.com.

Anna Rosling Rönnlund's project explores daily life globally, from brushing teeth in Sweden to making beds in Rwanda. She sent photographers to 264 homes in 50 countries, documenting items like

Anna Rosling Rönnlund's project explores daily life globally, from brushing teeth in Sweden to making beds in Rwanda. She sent photographers to 264 homes in 50 countries, documenting items like stoves, beds, and toys across all income levels.

This initiative uses data visualization to reveal diverse living conditions worldwide. Rosling Rönnlund demonstrates how families live, from Latvia to Peru, fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world.

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Every city has its unique social fabric. Dave Troy visualizes Twitter data from his hometown, Baltimore, to reveal these hidden

Every city has its unique social fabric. Dave Troy visualizes Twitter data from his hometown, Baltimore, to reveal these hidden lines—who talks to whom and who doesn’t. His work explores what online sharing tells us about urban communities.

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Urbanist Jeff Speck addresses the problem of suburban car dependence, which he calls "a gas-belching, time-wasting, life-threatening prosthetic device." He proposes making cities more walkable and

Urbanist Jeff Speck addresses the problem of suburban car dependence, which he calls "a gas-belching, time-wasting, life-threatening prosthetic device." He proposes making cities more walkable and pleasant to free people from reliance on cars.

Speck highlights Portland, Oregon's early commitment to bicycles and walkability in the 1970s as a successful model. This TEDTalks presentation, published on October 14, 2013, advocates for Portland's "new way" of urban development.

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