Cultural neuroscience explores food's profound impact on brain function, emotions, and human identity. An international team investigates how to revolutionize food systems to save the planet while

Cultural neuroscience explores food's profound impact on brain function, emotions, and human identity. An international team investigates how to revolutionize food systems to save the planet while preserving our cultural and emotional essence. This crucial challenge determines humanity's future, with cultural neuroscience offering unprecedented insights into our relationship with nature through food.

The team features Dhyana Menon, who extracts neuro-scientific findings from multisensory food experiences; Golnoosh Mahdavi, Director of Innovation, guiding research on food, emotions, and culture; and Mario Ubiali, CEO of Thimus, an entrepreneur spearheading new visions.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Building materials contribute an estimated 5 to 15 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Imagine using materials that not only require less carbon to produce but also actively capture and

Building materials contribute an estimated 5 to 15 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Imagine using materials that not only require less carbon to produce but also actively capture and store it. In California, architect Dylan Johnson and Yvon Chouinard, alongside a seasoned crew, constructed two houses using straw bales that would otherwise have gone to waste.

This innovative project demonstrates that natural building isn’t just better for the climate—it’s a superior way to build. Watch "Home, Grown" to learn more. For additional content and to connect with Patagonia, subscribe here, visit their official site and stories, or find them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These

Indigenous women are leading global efforts to uphold Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and Free Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) in interactions with financial institutions and corporations. These institutions often perpetuate human and Indigenous rights violations, particularly in extractive industries. A recent event highlighted the need for these entities to implement FPIC, Indigenous rights, and due diligence, while investing in climate justice solutions centered on Traditional Ecological Knowledge.

Given the climate crisis, respecting Indigenous knowledge, ways of life, and FPIC—including the right to say “no” to extraction—is paramount, as 80% of Earth's biodiversity remains on Indigenous lands. This discussion took place at a formal side-event of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues 2022, featuring Indigenous women leaders and global advocates like Sônia Guajajara and Casey Camp-Horinek.

This panel, part of the inaugural B Corp Global Climate Summit, aimed to redefine business's role in fostering a just, equitable, and zero-carbon future. Emphasizing Justice, Equity, Diversity,

This panel, part of the inaugural B Corp Global Climate Summit, aimed to redefine business's role in fostering a just, equitable, and zero-carbon future. Emphasizing Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) principles, the summit sought to advance the business sector's understanding and practice of Climate Justice through human-centered approaches.

The discussion featured global climate justice leaders, prioritizing those on the frontlines. They explored critical questions for businesses: understanding climate change impacts, identifying key focus areas for climate justice efforts, and determining actions with the greatest positive impact. The panel also conveyed direct messages to businesses engaged in climate justice, offering vital perspectives from diverse communities worldwide.

Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions

Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions like heating, cooking, and driving, aiming to launch a nationwide electrification movement.

He is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Purpose Venture Group, an advisory firm building community-centered ventures to combat climate and economic inequality. Matusiak brings nearly a decade of executive leadership in renewable energy and household electrification.

Previously, Ari served in the Obama White House as Special Assistant to the President, focusing on economic policy and private sector engagement. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of Young Invincibles, a national nonprofit. Learn more about TEDx events here.

Published on Sep 27, 2016, Laura Flanders Show Channel

Displaying 10 videos of 25 matching videos containing
Ben+Cook

1  2  3