NASA scientists are actively engaged in discussions concerning global food security. Their unique expertise, often stemming from space exploration and Earth observation, provides valuable insights

NASA scientists are actively engaged in discussions concerning global food security. Their unique expertise, often stemming from space exploration and Earth observation, provides valuable insights into this critical challenge.

These discussions likely explore how space-based technologies, such as satellite monitoring, can enhance agricultural practices, predict crop yields, and manage resources more effectively. Furthermore, research into sustainable food systems for long-duration space missions offers potential solutions applicable to terrestrial food production, addressing future food needs.

U.S. wetlands, vital ecosystems like marshes and swamps, face an urgent crisis. Half of these critical habitats in the lower 48 states have vanished since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision

U.S. wetlands, vital ecosystems like marshes and swamps, face an urgent crisis. Half of these critical habitats in the lower 48 states have vanished since the 1780s. A 2023 Supreme Court decision further stripped federal protections, leaving remaining wetlands vulnerable to destruction.

This loss devastates biodiversity; nearly 50% of threatened and endangered species rely on wetlands, with over a third living exclusively there. Wetlands also protect water quality and mitigate flood risks. Act now: Tell the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to protect more critical habitat for wetland-dependent species. Learn more at www.saveourfreshwater.org.

Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted

Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted in ancestral connections to Madre Tierra, focuses on amplifying the voices of youth of color. She believes in sharing her platform to ensure their messages are heard.

This TEDx talk emphasizes the urgent need to invite youth of color into the broader climate change conversation. As Rigoberta Menchú stated, our "militarized, fenced-in, poisoned" Mother Earth demands action. Cristal, pursuing a doctorate in environmental racism, teaches and develops curriculum to empower these brilliant young scholars. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

System transformation begins by mapping key leverage points for change. Discover how Nike and Health Care Without Harm are driving significant improvements. Nike is eliminating hazardous chemical

System transformation begins by mapping key leverage points for change. Discover how Nike and Health Care Without Harm are driving significant improvements. Nike is eliminating hazardous chemical discharge from its supply chain by 2020, while Health Care Without Harm has built a collaborative network of 450 organizations across 52 countries to transform the healthcare industry. Both initiatives aim to enhance environmental and health outcomes, alongside their bottom lines.

These insights were shared at the Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship, which unites leading social entrepreneurs with essential partners to accelerate learning, leverage, and large-scale social change.

“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning

“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind "AlphaGo," this documentary explores co-founder Demis Hassabis's lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence and the rigorous scientific journey from mastering strategy games to solving the 50-year-old protein folding problem.

Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival, "The Thinking Game" is now available to watch for free. For those interested in hosting a screening for a classroom, community, or workplace, visit: rocofilms.com/films/the-thinking-game/.

Over 4 billion tons of plant residues are burned annually, fueling wildfires despite their intrinsic economic value for conversion into fuels or chemicals. This talk explores the paradox of

Over 4 billion tons of plant residues are burned annually, fueling wildfires despite their intrinsic economic value for conversion into fuels or chemicals. This talk explores the paradox of biomass disposal versus utilization, highlighting innovative efforts to make residue conversion economically attractive. The goal is to turn "trash into cash," reducing environmental and economic damage from burning.

Kevin Kung, CTO of biomass technology start-up Takachar and a Cyclotron Road fellow, specializes in biomass and energy conversion. With a Ph.D. from MIT, he co-founded Safi Organics, a profitable biochar fertilizer company serving over 3,500 farmers. This TEDx talk was given by him. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

From April 4-6, 2012, the Indigenous Environmental Network hosted a three-day Rights of Mother Earth Conference at Haskell Indian Nations University in

From April 4-6, 2012, the Indigenous Environmental Network hosted a three-day Rights of Mother Earth Conference at Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kansas. This video features a presentation from the conference. Additional coverage is available on the IENearth YouTube Channel.

The presentation includes closing remarks, stressing that land degradation stems from ignoring Indigenous Knowledge. It challenges viewers to choose between disregarding sustainable systems and embracing the ancient wisdom that sustained people for millennia.

Scientists recently discovered bats, like Tuvan throat singers and death-metal vocalists, produce sound using ventricular folds instead of vocal cords. A Danish biologist found bats use these for

Scientists recently discovered bats, like Tuvan throat singers and death-metal vocalists, produce sound using ventricular folds instead of vocal cords. A Danish biologist found bats use these for low-frequency calls. With their ability to also make extremely high-pitched calls, bats possess an unparalleled vocal range. The Center for Biological Diversity argues this makes them more akin to grindcore vocalists, who utilize both very low and very high frequencies.

The Center for Biological Diversity, a 501c3 nonprofit, works to secure a future for all species through science, law, and creative media. Check out our video to hear biodiversity-loving grindcore artists and see brutally cute bats. Learn more at biologicaldiversity.org or email us at center@biologicaldiversity.org.

Indigenous women from across the Arctic are vital experts, offering crucial knowledge and solutions to the climate crisis. They actively contribute to the Paris Agreement, climate change

Indigenous women from across the Arctic are vital experts, offering crucial knowledge and solutions to the climate crisis. They actively contribute to the Paris Agreement, climate change mitigation, and a Just Transition. Simultaneously, they are on the frontlines, experiencing direct impacts on their lands, livelihoods, ways of life, and health.

This session will feature their leadership and solutions, exploring how to best support their efforts. Panelists include Yana Tanagasheva (Batani Fund), Valentina Sovkina (Russian Indigenous Women Network), Hanne Svinsas Magga (Sámi Center for Psychological Support), and Panganga Pungowiyi (Indigenous Environmental Network).

The Climate & Health Meeting, moderated by Howard Frumkin (University of Washington), convened experts to discuss critical aspects of climate change and health. Key presentations included George

The Climate & Health Meeting, moderated by Howard Frumkin (University of Washington), convened experts to discuss critical aspects of climate change and health. Key presentations included George Luber (CDC) on adaptation, Catherine Flowers (Alabama Center for Rural Enterprise) on vulnerable populations, and Clifford Mitchell (Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene) on public health agencies' roles at state and local levels.

Additional sessions featured Gary Cohen (Health Care Without Harm) addressing the healthcare sector's role, and Nick Watts (Lancet Countdown and UK Health Alliance on Climate Change) presenting via video on tracking progress. For more details, visit climaterealityproject.org.