Paul Hawken's "The Ecology of Commerce" profoundly impacted Ray Anderson, leading him to grasp the environmental damage caused by corporations, including his own company.

To purchase "The

Paul Hawken's "The Ecology of Commerce" profoundly impacted Ray Anderson, leading him to grasp the environmental damage caused by corporations, including his own company.

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Chris Anderson, bestselling author and TED curator for over two decades, discusses his book, *Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading*. The book explores humanity's overlooked

Chris Anderson, bestselling author and TED curator for over two decades, discusses his book, *Infectious Generosity: The Ultimate Idea Worth Spreading*. The book explores humanity's overlooked impulse for generosity, showing how to amplify its potential to build a hopeful future. It encourages harnessing the internet to unite people, offering inspiring stories, psychological research, and practical guidance.

Anderson has overseen TED's transformation into a global nonprofit, sharing "ideas worth spreading" with billions annually. Get the book: https://goo.gle/42oyukJ. Check out TED: https://www.youtube.com/@TED.

TEDx events are independently organized. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was presented at an

TEDx events are independently organized. Guidelines for organizers are detailed here. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event; learn more at ted.com/tedx.

John Lanier, Executive Director of the Ray C. Anderson Foundation, continues his grandfather Ray C. Anderson's environmental legacy. He advocates for a holistic climate change approach, exemplified by Drawdown Georgia, which tackles emissions and social issues like unemployment and hunger.

Lanier serves on the Southface Institute board and authored “Mid-Course Correction Revisited,” an update to his grandfather’s book. He holds a Juris Doctorate and Bachelor of Arts degrees in history and economics from the University of Virginia.

Dr. Kevin Danaher, co-founder of Global Exchange and a founder of Green Festivals, outlines a concept for integrating social and

Dr. Kevin Danaher, co-founder of Global Exchange and a founder of Green Festivals, outlines a concept for integrating social and economic sustainability into real estate development.

His model features green building principles, well-paid green jobs, and urban agriculture. This convergence aims to bring communities into better balance. The discussion is from his TEDx presentation in San Francisco.

Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear debunks myths promoted by nuclear power advocates. He details insoluble waste issues, routine radioactive emissions, the risk of catastrophic accidents, and the

Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear debunks myths promoted by nuclear power advocates. He details insoluble waste issues, routine radioactive emissions, the risk of catastrophic accidents, and the potential for plants to become terrorist weapons. Kamps also emphasizes the exorbitant costs associated with nuclear power.

While acknowledging that nuclear power does not contribute to global warming, Kamps argues its severe drawbacks make it an unsustainable energy solution.

Kevin Patel, a 21-year-old LA-based climate justice activist, demands immediate youth inclusion, rejecting the "leaders of tomorrow" label. Drawing from his health struggles in polluted South

Kevin Patel, a 21-year-old LA-based climate justice activist, demands immediate youth inclusion, rejecting the "leaders of tomorrow" label. Drawing from his health struggles in polluted South Central Los Angeles, Patel emphasizes the inseparable link between climate action and ending racial and class disparities.

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California State Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León discussed the future democratization of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. He highlighted a significant transformation of the

California State Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León discussed the future democratization of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. He highlighted a significant transformation of the electric infrastructure system.

De León emphasized a historic shift, stating that "For the first time in the history of the United States of America, energy companies...will be competing for the same market share with the fossil fuel industry." This marks a new era of competition in the energy sector.

Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in

Mary Anderson, Director of Public Works for the City of Highland Park, IL, has 25 years of experience in municipal government and public works. She is also an original appointee to the APWA Center for Sustainability.

At the June 2011 APWA Sustainability in Public Works conference in Portland, Oregon, Ms. Anderson presented on the APWA Framework for Sustainability and the Center for Sustainability initiative. The session was videotaped by Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv, "the voices of sustainability."

TED head Chris Anderson introduces "Infectious Generosity," exploring how the internet can supercharge small acts of kindness, transforming lives globally. Discover how to cultivate a generous

TED head Chris Anderson introduces "Infectious Generosity," exploring how the internet can supercharge small acts of kindness, transforming lives globally. Discover how to cultivate a generous mindset, with or without money, and amplify your impact. Anderson encourages: "Be brave. Give what you can, and then be absolutely amazed at what happens next."

Learn more about Infectious Generosity at infectiousgenerosity.org and meet the AI Guru, designed to help you help others, at ai.infectiousgenerosity.org.

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Kevin Hyland OBE, the UK's first Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, leads national efforts against slavery and human trafficking. He previously headed the London Metropolitan Police Service's

Kevin Hyland OBE, the UK's first Independent Anti-Slavery Commissioner, leads national efforts against slavery and human trafficking. He previously headed the London Metropolitan Police Service's Human Trafficking Unit. Learn more about Kevin Hyland and the Anti-Slavery Commissioner's work, or visit his Wikipedia page.

Andrew Wallis, CEO of Unseen, will moderate the session.