Effectively transitioning to a sustainable society is a critical, unpostponable challenge in the face of climate change. Despite our future being at stake, engagement remains insufficient. What

Effectively transitioning to a sustainable society is a critical, unpostponable challenge in the face of climate change. Despite our future being at stake, engagement remains insufficient. What barriers prevent us from adopting sustainable lifestyles, and how can we overcome them?

Cecilia Grandi-Nagashiro, a Ph.D. candidate at The University of Tokyo, researches and designs interventions for sustainable lifestyle adoption. Drawing on her background in natural sciences and international forestry, she founded Sustainable Living Tokyo. This initiative runs workshops communicating science-based methods for sustainable living. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Hundreds of farmworkers and their supporters are in New York City for Wendy's shareholder meeting, demanding improved working conditions for tomato pickers. Organized by the

Hundreds of farmworkers and their supporters are in New York City for Wendy's shareholder meeting, demanding improved working conditions for tomato pickers. Organized by the Coalition of Immokalee Workers (CIW), the Fair Food campaign, featuring organizer Gerardo Reyes-Chavez, advocates for better wages and workers' rights.

This initiative follows a White House-recognized Social Responsibility Program, which McDonald's, Subway, Burger King, and Taco Bell have already joined. These companies pay an extra penny per pound of tomatoes to raise wages and commit to sourcing from farms that respect workers' rights.

The plant-based food sector has exploded, yet many still prefer real meat. What if plant-based alternatives tasted identical? Chef Gustav Johansson argues this shift is already

The plant-based food sector has exploded, yet many still prefer real meat. What if plant-based alternatives tasted identical? Chef Gustav Johansson argues this shift is already happening.

In his TEDx talk and cook-along, Johansson demonstrates how closely mimicking animal-based dishes, like a burger and shake, is crucial for a swift transition to a sustainable diet.

A renowned cookbook author and award-winning blogger, Gustav Johansson simplifies tasty vegetarian food. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Nikola Kováčová, known as Surová dcérka, once believed meat was essential. Her perspective shifted after moving to India, where she became vegan, initially for comfort, then due to concerns

Nikola Kováčová, known as Surová dcérka, once believed meat was essential. Her perspective shifted after moving to India, where she became vegan, initially for comfort, then due to concerns about animal husbandry's environmental impact. While she once wished everyone would go vegan, Nikola now advocates for "reducetarianism."

A photographer and creative director in Prague, Nikola has actively blogged for six years on dcerka.sk, covering ethical veganism, recipes, and cruelty-free cosmetics. Vegan since October 2013, she is now publishing "Slovegán," the first Slovak vegan cookbook. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated

Join congressional staffers for an insightful discussion on Capitol Hill operations, effective issue advocacy, and strengthening your congressional relationships.

The session is moderated by Jamari Hartley, CCL Government Affairs Coordinator. Jamari is a former Legislative Correspondent for Rep. Cook (CA-08) with extensive Capitol Hill experience. View his full bio.

Featuring Tom Erb, Legislative Aide for Congressman Scott Peters (CA52), and Adeline DeYoung, Legislative Aide for Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM-03).

Goal 8 aims for sustained, inclusive economic growth, full employment, and decent work for all. Companies across the global B Corp Movement are actively working to make this a

Goal 8 aims for sustained, inclusive economic growth, full employment, and decent work for all. Companies across the global B Corp Movement are actively working to make this a reality.

This initiative is part of the "17 Days for 17 Goals" campaign, where B Lab showcases how the B Corp movement aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and contributes to the 2030 agenda. For more insights, follow their content series: bcorporation.net/17-days-17-goals.

Vani Murthy, known as the 'composting queen' or 'worm rani,' shares her journey into composting and growing food. She passionately teaches and inspires many to embrace these practices,

Vani Murthy, known as the 'composting queen' or 'worm rani,' shares her journey into composting and growing food. She passionately teaches and inspires many to embrace these practices, transforming food scraps and soil.

A homemaker who discovered her passion, Vani speaks about managing waste through composting. Her insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Host Jeff Corwin travels to Alaska's Cook Inlet to assist conservationists Nicole Whittington-Evans and Suzanne Steinert in monitoring the critically endangered beluga whale population. These

Host Jeff Corwin travels to Alaska's Cook Inlet to assist conservationists Nicole Whittington-Evans and Suzanne Steinert in monitoring the critically endangered beluga whale population. These "great white canaries of the sea" are uniquely adapted to Arctic life, using echolocation and feeding on salmon, but their numbers have drastically declined.

The Cook Inlet beluga population has plummeted by nearly 80% since the late 1980s due to habitat degradation, climate change, and other cumulative human impacts. Conservation efforts focus on reducing these threats and balancing human and wildlife needs to ensure these iconic whales survive for future generations. Learn more about wildlife conservation at www.defenders.org/wildlifenation.

Josh, whose livelihood depends on Cook Inlet's pristine waters, advocates for their continued protection. He urges President Biden to honor his commitment against new drilling in the

Josh, whose livelihood depends on Cook Inlet's pristine waters, advocates for their continued protection. He urges President Biden to honor his commitment against new drilling in the region.

Learn more about this vital conservation effort at Oceana.org/ProtectAlaska.

Interview by Rafael Delauz. Additional photos and video courtesy of Marissa Wilson, Pond5, and Shutterstock.

Katsi Cook, a traditional Mohawk healer, midwife, and environmental health researcher, works to restore midwifery and herbalism in indigenous communities. She has extensively documented the

Katsi Cook, a traditional Mohawk healer, midwife, and environmental health researcher, works to restore midwifery and herbalism in indigenous communities. She has extensively documented the effects of toxic pollutants on the Iroquois Six Nations tribes. This speech was presented at the 1999 Bioneers National Conference.

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