Nobel laureate Paul Nurse describes evolution by natural selection as "the most beautiful idea in biology." He unpacks Charles Darwin's theory, explaining how complexity emerges without a designer

Nobel laureate Paul Nurse describes evolution by natural selection as "the most beautiful idea in biology." He unpacks Charles Darwin's theory, explaining how complexity emerges without a designer and the profound impact of tiny variations on our understanding of life.

Nurse explores the deep genetic connections linking all organisms, from humans to yeast, prompting a crucial question: if all life is related, what do we owe to the living world? A distinguished biochemist, Nurse was awarded the 2001 Nobel Prize for his discoveries in cell cycle regulation.

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Paul Paz y Miño, associate director of Amazon Watch, argues that our current environmental stage stems from treating Earth as a resource to be exploited for profit.

The Amazon fires

Paul Paz y Miño, associate director of Amazon Watch, argues that our current environmental stage stems from treating Earth as a resource to be exploited for profit.

The Amazon fires underscore an urgent need to radically re-evaluate nature's worth, moving beyond its economic value or carbon sequestration potential.

The Natural History Institute will host author Gary Paul Nabhan for a special talk.

Nabhan's book, *The Nature of Desert Nature*, challenges conventional perceptions of desert

The Natural History Institute will host author Gary Paul Nabhan for a special talk.

Nabhan's book, *The Nature of Desert Nature*, challenges conventional perceptions of desert environments.

This event features prominent leaders in sustainability and integrated reporting. Speakers include Tim Mohin, Chief Executive of GRI; Richard Howitt, CEO of the International Integrated Reporting

This event features prominent leaders in sustainability and integrated reporting. Speakers include Tim Mohin, Chief Executive of GRI; Richard Howitt, CEO of the International Integrated Reporting Council; and Paul Simpson, CEO and Co-Founder of CDP.

The discussion will be moderated by Helle Bank Jorgensen, CEO of B. Accountability.

Award-winning economist Paul Collier explores how to reconcile economic growth with environmental sustainability. He argues against "plunder," where a

Award-winning economist Paul Collier explores how to reconcile economic growth with environmental sustainability. He argues against "plunder," where a few exploit many, taking resources that belong to future generations. Our obligation to the future is a fundamental principle.

His book, "The Plundered Planet," delves deeper into these ideas. Purchase it on Amazon or at your local bookstore. This content was produced by the RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures & Commerce).

Multidisciplinary artist and TED Fellow Paul Rucker unstiches the legacy of systemic racism in the United States. He creates striking Ku Klux Klan robes from non-traditional fabrics like kente

Multidisciplinary artist and TED Fellow Paul Rucker unstiches the legacy of systemic racism in the United States. He creates striking Ku Klux Klan robes from non-traditional fabrics like kente cloth, confronting the normalization of racism. Rucker believes that by collectively examining these historical objects, we can diminish their power. (This talk contains graphic images.)

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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.

Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant

Mindy Lubber, President of Ceres, introduces a discussion on sustainability mega-trends. Issues like rapid resource depletion, increased energy demands, and climate change present both significant risks and opportunities for businesses. Addressing these trends necessitates profound shifts in how investors and companies plan, operate, and compete globally.

As sustainability becomes mainstream, more companies are tying compensation to sustainability goals. This session, published May 13, 2014, features insights from the opening plenary of the Ceres Conference 2014 (Boston, April 30). Speakers include Paul Gilding (Environmentalist and Author), Mary O'Malley (Prudential), and Andrew Winston (Author of 'The Big Pivot').

Paul Sorensen, Ph.D., an engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, co-founded Hibbitt, Karlsson & Sorensen, Inc.

He addresses

Paul Sorensen, Ph.D., an engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, co-founded Hibbitt, Karlsson & Sorensen, Inc.

He addresses petroleum-related challenges, advocating for environmental damage mitigation rather than outright elimination or reversal strategies.

Paul Hawken recently provided an update on Project Drawdown, his living research initiative focused on reversing global warming by reducing and sequestering carbon. Eighteen months post-launch,

Paul Hawken recently provided an update on Project Drawdown, his living research initiative focused on reversing global warming by reducing and sequestering carbon. Eighteen months post-launch, Hawken discussed the global response from activists, political leaders, and scientists, along with how communities are activating around Drawdown's solutions.

Project Drawdown, detailed in Hawken's bestselling 2017 book, "Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming," involves an international team mapping 100 substantive solutions. This presentation explores how communities are utilizing this template of possibilities to spread and accelerate the critical movement.