Photographer and climate activist Daylin Paul delivered a powerful TEDx talk advocating for a just transition focused on equality and prosperity, not just green technology. He argues that current

Photographer and climate activist Daylin Paul delivered a powerful TEDx talk advocating for a just transition focused on equality and prosperity, not just green technology. He argues that current development models cause widespread suffering, emphasizing that global shifts like climate change demand a responsible path forward. Paul stresses that survival requires equality and peace demands justice, challenging decisions that undervalue human lives, labor, and materials.

Paul's award-winning work, including his monograph "Broken Land," visually underscores the human cost of these mindsets, with his photographs featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, and other international publications. This impactful discussion was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Steff, inspired by his rural upbringing, believes businesses should serve their communities. He founded his first eco-development in 1998, growing it into the Gusto Group. Now employing over 150

Steff, inspired by his rural upbringing, believes businesses should serve their communities. He founded his first eco-development in 1998, growing it into the Gusto Group. Now employing over 150 people with a £25 million turnover, Gusto Group creates sustainable residential developments, integrating technology to reduce emissions and enhance community living.

During the pandemic, Steff developed the Collab Virtual World for virtual co-working and events. He also launched The Global Grad programme, blending online academics with world travel for unique learning experiences. Steff is redefining how we live, learn, and work, pushing boundaries in sustainability, education, and digital environments. This TEDx talk explores his vision. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Madhusudhan, an experienced entrepreneur, highlights the military as an often-overlooked demand-side entity. His background includes building technology businesses focused on innovations in

Madhusudhan, an experienced entrepreneur, highlights the military as an often-overlooked demand-side entity. His background includes building technology businesses focused on innovations in renewables, energy efficiency, and de-carbonisation.

He currently serves as Managing Director at Oorja, a cleantech company providing sustainable heating and cooling solutions for industrial and commercial sectors. This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event.

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Chirag Gajjar, Head of Subnational Climate Action in WRI India's Climate Program, explains how to decarbonize India’s building and construction sector. He oversees Climate Mitigation Initiatives

Chirag Gajjar, Head of Subnational Climate Action in WRI India's Climate Program, explains how to decarbonize India’s building and construction sector. He oversees Climate Mitigation Initiatives and develops national, sub-national, and corporate climate strategies.

Chirag leads a team focused on catalyzing climate action among states, cities, and businesses. This talk was given at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event following the TED conference format. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Susan McEwen, co-owner of Yoga and Refill Quarter, introduces the idea of a coalition for conscious sustainable living. Drawing on her peace-building experience and insights from Black Lives

Susan McEwen, co-owner of Yoga and Refill Quarter, introduces the idea of a coalition for conscious sustainable living. Drawing on her peace-building experience and insights from Black Lives Matter, she brings this new concept to Belfast through her stores, now with a second location on the Lisburn Road.

Her extensive background includes nurturing intentional communities and working internationally in peace-building, uniting diverse groups towards shared visions. This passion now drives her commitment to conscious and sustainable living.

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

Mahina Paishon-Duarte is co-founder and CEO of Waiwai Collective, a regenerative urban oasis (kīpuka) fostering community, culture, and commerce. As a social entrepreneur, her mission is to

Mahina Paishon-Duarte is co-founder and CEO of Waiwai Collective, a regenerative urban oasis (kīpuka) fostering community, culture, and commerce. As a social entrepreneur, her mission is to catalyze lasting positive change for Hawaiʻi within one generation.

She previously served as founding executive director of Paepae o HeÊ»eia, the first modern Hawaiian fishpond, developing groundbreaking ʻāina-based education. Mahina also co-authored the ʻĀina Aloha Economic Futures Declaration, advocating for a resilient economy rooted in ʻāina aloha—a deep love for HawaiÊ»i’s communities and natural environments.

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

Dr. Katie Kamelamela, born and raised on Oahu, is passionate about relationships with Hawaii's forests. She helps communities, agencies, and non-profits develop strategies for long-term,

Dr. Katie Kamelamela, born and raised on Oahu, is passionate about relationships with Hawaii's forests. She helps communities, agencies, and non-profits develop strategies for long-term, practice-based goals through partnerships. Her vision, from her University of Hawaii Botany degree, is "Hawaii practices on Hawaii landscapes," linking local climate action to our connection with the land.

With diverse island climates, Dr. Kamelamela integrates community needs with policy to support understanding and management of forest-gathered resources. This empowers cultivators, managers, and consumers, recognizing the cultural and economic value of these practices.

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

Pietro, a Grade 7 student at AOSR and our youngest speaker, will present relevant daily solutions to help combat climate change.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently

Pietro, a Grade 7 student at AOSR and our youngest speaker, will present relevant daily solutions to help combat climate change.

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

Sarah Houston, a "water warrior" with over ten years in holistic water management, believes understanding our water sources connects individuals to their community and environment. She emphasizes

Sarah Houston, a "water warrior" with over ten years in holistic water management, believes understanding our water sources connects individuals to their community and environment. She emphasizes knowing the basic facts and issues impacting our drinking water.

In 2016, Houston and her husband launched Wander Like Water, a bicycle touring project that connected YouTube viewers in over 50 countries to various water sources, garnering over half a million views.

Currently, Houston serves as the first full-time Executive Director of Protect Our Aquifer and is pursuing a Master of Science in Earth Sciences. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Global access to clean water is at a tipping point. Increasing pollution degrades freshwater sources, exposing millions to unsafe water; 25% of Americans drink from systems not meeting current

Global access to clean water is at a tipping point. Increasing pollution degrades freshwater sources, exposing millions to unsafe water; 25% of Americans drink from systems not meeting current safety regulations.

Bryan Eagle, CEO of Glanris (a manufacturer of sustainable water filtration media), addresses this scarcity. He discusses actionable ways to reuse wastewater for potable and non-potable uses, and to find more economical methods for ocean desalination.

Eagle, who previously founded Skywire and helped launch the Discovery Channel, shared these insights at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.