The tourism industry's significant environmental footprint often places responsibility solely on consumers. This talk challenges the myth that environmentally responsible hotels cannot be

The tourism industry's significant environmental footprint often places responsibility solely on consumers. This talk challenges the myth that environmentally responsible hotels cannot be profitable, highlighting clear, implementable solutions to issues like "overtourism" in places such as Venice and Bali.

Sean Nino, an expert in sustainable tourism and environmental property development, co-founded Eco Mantra to help developers save resources and reduce costs. He also drives the Merah Putih Hijau movement, establishing community-owned material management facilities in Bali. Sean's passion for sustainable systems, honed after returning to Bali, was shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Climate change, driven by excess CO2 from industrial processes and combustion, presents our greatest existential challenge. While CO2 pollutes our air and creates unpredictable weather, the

Climate change, driven by excess CO2 from industrial processes and combustion, presents our greatest existential challenge. While CO2 pollutes our air and creates unpredictable weather, the chemical industry also needs carbon. Dr. Christoph Gürtler and his team at Covestro and the CAT Catalytic Center have devised a new method to convert this waste CO2 into valuable resources.

Dr. Gürtler, a co-founder of the CAT Catalytic Center and an expert in sustainable industrial chemistry, has dedicated a decade to utilizing carbon dioxide as a resource for new technologies. His innovative work earned him a nomination for the "DEUTSCHER ZUKUNFTSPREIS." This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Actor and storyteller Kyle Legacion explores how our phone-centric attention often disconnects us from our environment. He discusses how social media hinders engagement with nature and proposes

Actor and storyteller Kyle Legacion explores how our phone-centric attention often disconnects us from our environment. He discusses how social media hinders engagement with nature and proposes improving our relationship with the planet by being less present to devices and more attuned to the world around us.

Kyle, a summa cum laude graduate in acting and sustainability studies, is a classically trained actor with experience in videography, community organizing, and music. He plans to pursue a Ph.D. in fields like Internet studies and ecopsychology, driven by a passion to reconnect us with Earth. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Climate change necessitates sustainable solutions, particularly as cities consume 78% of global energy and are major contributors to pollution. Prof. Manju Mohan, an Atmospheric Modelling Expert,

Climate change necessitates sustainable solutions, particularly as cities consume 78% of global energy and are major contributors to pollution. Prof. Manju Mohan, an Atmospheric Modelling Expert, quantifies urbanization's impacts on weather, climate, and air pollution, dedicated to understanding these urgent global issues.

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

Tito Jankowski, an entrepreneur and self-proclaimed "air miner," is pioneering the use of cutting-edge materials to combat global warming. He transforms condensed CO2 into usable materials,

Tito Jankowski, an entrepreneur and self-proclaimed "air miner," is pioneering the use of cutting-edge materials to combat global warming. He transforms condensed CO2 into usable materials, commercializing this sustainable technology with the goal of significantly reducing climate change.

A Brown University biomedical engineering graduate, Jankowski's diverse background includes biohacking and hardware manufacturing. In 2016, he co-founded Impossible Labs, a company focused on new business opportunities stemming from climate change. His insights were shared at TEDxSanFrancisco on October 3rd, 2019.

Learn more about independently organized TEDx events at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

LEGO produces millions of plastic bricks annually, a toy cherished across generations. Despite its inherent durability, the company aims for even greater environmental friendliness by 2030.

LEGO produces millions of plastic bricks annually, a toy cherished across generations. Despite its inherent durability, the company aims for even greater environmental friendliness by 2030. Nelleke, a chemical engineer, leads this ambitious goal.

Nelleke's career began in Rotterdam, instilling a "stop talking, start working" ethos. After a PhD from TU Delft, she gained extensive experience in chemical process design in the US and at Avantium Technologies in Amsterdam. Her diverse background honed her skills in innovation and collaboration within the chemical industry.

In 2014, Nelleke joined The LEGO Group, a dream job where she and her team develop sustainable materials for both current and future LEGO bricks. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Malin Viola Wennberg asserts that a sustainable approach is essential for the future of fashion. She emphasizes that 80% of a garment's climate impact occurs before it reaches stores, underscoring

Malin Viola Wennberg asserts that a sustainable approach is essential for the future of fashion. She emphasizes that 80% of a garment's climate impact occurs before it reaches stores, underscoring the need for significant changes in the global supply chain.

As Communications Manager at Mistra Future Fashion in Stockholm, Wennberg is a dedicated Sustainable Fashion Advocate. Her academic background includes an MA in Fashion Studies and doctoral research on sustainable luxury production.

Mistra Future Fashion, a research program funded by MISTRA and hosted by RISE, drives systemic change towards a Circular Economy in fashion. It examines the entire value chain with over 50 industry partners. This talk was presented at a TEDx event; learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Naheed Mooraj, an educationist, founded The Bee's Knees, an initiative offering organic food wraps as an alternative to single-use plastic. This venture reflects her commitment to environmental

Naheed Mooraj, an educationist, founded The Bee's Knees, an initiative offering organic food wraps as an alternative to single-use plastic. This venture reflects her commitment to environmental sustainability.

With over 18 years in education, including establishing a school for underprivileged children, Naheed shifted her focus to creating practical solutions for a cleaner planet. Born and raised in Pakistan, she is passionate about fostering a sustainable future for her country. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Woody Chan argues that climate change is solvable, despite feelings of helplessness. Drawing from his experience at China Water Risk, which evolved into a leading think tank in seven years, he

Woody Chan argues that climate change is solvable, despite feelings of helplessness. Drawing from his experience at China Water Risk, which evolved into a leading think tank in seven years, he shares how he overcame similar despair.

Chan proposes innovative solutions, from 3D printing steaks and capturing cow farts to slowing fashion. A Cambridge Geography graduate (2016) concerned with wastewater discharge, he joined China Water Risk, an NGO providing ecological and financial consultancy.

Currently, Chan aims to tackle water and climate risks from a business and financial perspective. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Makoto Miyachi, a Market Innovator born in 1974, spent 21 years as an auctioneer in the fresh produce market. Concerned by the declining agricultural workforce and market sales, he founded a

Makoto Miyachi, a Market Innovator born in 1974, spent 21 years as an auctioneer in the fresh produce market. Concerned by the declining agricultural workforce and market sales, he founded a business to revolutionize the industry by building a new production-to-distribution system.

He developed a unique smart agriculture system, enabling anyone to produce and sell high-value agricultural products at a professional level, thus creating "profitable agriculture." His innovative technology, focused on fundamental solutions, has garnered attention from major corporations, the Japanese government, and international entities.

This profile is from a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.