Nick Estes, Ph.D. (Kul Wicasa/Lower Brule Sioux), is an Assistant Professor of American Studies at the University of New Mexico and a member of the Oak Lake Writers Society. He co-founded The Red

Nick Estes, Ph.D. (Kul Wicasa/Lower Brule Sioux), is an Assistant Professor of American Studies at the University of New Mexico and a member of the Oak Lake Writers Society. He co-founded The Red Nation in 2014, an organization dedicated to Native liberation, serving on its editorial collective and writing its bi-weekly newsletter. Estes is the author of "Our History Is the Future: Standing Rock Versus the Dakota Access Pipeline" and "The Long Tradition of Indigenous Resistance."

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Omar Yaghi delivered his Nobel Prize lecture, "Metal-Organic Frameworks - From Molecules to Society," on December 8, 2025, at Aula Magna, Stockholm University. Professor Olof Ramström, a Member

Omar Yaghi delivered his Nobel Prize lecture, "Metal-Organic Frameworks - From Molecules to Society," on December 8, 2025, at Aula Magna, Stockholm University. Professor Olof Ramström, a Member of the Nobel Committee for Chemistry, introduced him.

Yaghi, Susumu Kitagawa, and Richard Robson were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 for their development of a new type of molecular architecture.

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Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes

Craig Santos Perez is a Professor in the English Department at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He specializes in creative writing, eco-poetry, and Pacific literature, and is affiliate faculty with the Center for Pacific Islands Studies and the Indigenous Politics Program.

Perez's leadership roles include serving as Chair of the Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Islander Board (2017-2020) and as Director of the Creative Program (2014-2016, 2019-2020).

David Keith reviews the science and technology of solar geoengineering, examining its potential to reduce climate risks, associated new risks, and current uncertainties. He proposes integrating

David Keith reviews the science and technology of solar geoengineering, examining its potential to reduce climate risks, associated new risks, and current uncertainties. He proposes integrating solar geoengineering into a comprehensive 4D climate policy, which includes emissions cuts, carbon removal, and adaptation.

A distinguished expert, David Keith is a Harvard Professor of Applied Physics and Public Policy. He founded Carbon Engineering, a company developing technology to capture CO2 for carbon-neutral fuels. Best known for his work on solar geoengineering, he led Harvard's Solar Geoengineering Research Program. He has authored over 200 academic publications and "A Case for Climate Engineering."

The session was moderated by Greg Bronevetsky.

Alarmed by climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals, is

Alarmed by climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals, is among those speaking out.

During a 2016 research trip, Dr. Cobb witnessed the obliteration of the South Pacific coral reef she had been studying. This devastating "bellwether event" prompted her to commit "all in" to climate solutions, personally and professionally.

Ecological economics is crucial because the global economy depletes natural resources, yet traditional economic models often disregard its biophysical foundations. This perspective is highlighted

Ecological economics is crucial because the global economy depletes natural resources, yet traditional economic models often disregard its biophysical foundations. This perspective is highlighted by bio-ecologist and ecological economist William Rees in an INET interview.

Rees, Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia’s School of Community and Regional Planning, emphasizes the need for this approach.

Alarmed by their climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals,

Alarmed by their climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals, is among those speaking out.

Her resolve deepened after a 2016 research trip to the South Pacific, where she witnessed the obliteration of most of the coral reef she had been studying. This devastating experience was a "bellwether event" for Dr. Cobb, prompting her to go "all in" on climate solutions, personally and professionally.

The AASHE 2013 Opening Ceremony featured Raj Patel as the keynote speaker.

Raj Patel is an award-winning writer, activist, and academic. He serves as a Research Professor in the Lyndon B.

The AASHE 2013 Opening Ceremony featured Raj Patel as the keynote speaker.

Raj Patel is an award-winning writer, activist, and academic. He serves as a Research Professor in the Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas, Austin. Additionally, he is a Senior Research Associate at the Unit for Humanities at Rhodes University (UHURU) in South Africa.

Not all green solutions are created equal. Many eco-friendly alternatives, from corn-based biofuels to biodegradable plastics, promise to save the planet—but do they truly deliver? In this

Not all green solutions are created equal. Many eco-friendly alternatives, from corn-based biofuels to biodegradable plastics, promise to save the planet—but do they truly deliver? In this engaging talk, sustainability researcher and Georgia Tech professor Patricia Stathatou shares a powerful 3-question framework to cut through the hype and assess the true environmental impact of emerging technologies. Drawing on surprising case studies, such as the unintended consequences of ethanol and the progress of electric vehicles, she reveals how to evaluate products and policies across their full lifecycle, from production to disposal.

As an assistant professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Tech, Patricia specializes in sustainable water and energy systems, working to redefine their design and assessment. Her research, featured in Forbes and WSB-TV, integrates life cycle and techno-economic assessments with real-world data to drive sustainability. With a doctorate from the National Technical University of Athens and postdoctoral research at MIT, she has also contributed to international standards, including marine fuel guidelines for the International Maritime Organization, accelerating the transition to cleaner technologies and more sustainable environmental solutions.

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

J.P. Leary, an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Education Center for First Nations Studies, conducts student-centered research. His scholarship is guided by the

J.P. Leary, an associate professor at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Education Center for First Nations Studies, conducts student-centered research. His scholarship is guided by the needs of First Nations people and communities.

Wisconsin First Nations provides PK-12 educators with a rich collection of high-quality classroom, library, and professional learning resources. These materials support the teaching of American Indian Studies in Wisconsin. Discover more at wisconsinfirstnations.org.