Global food production must increase by 70% by 2050, yet farmers are disappearing, and communities struggle for healthy food. Could solutions to these complex issues emerge from unexpected places,

Global food production must increase by 70% by 2050, yet farmers are disappearing, and communities struggle for healthy food. Could solutions to these complex issues emerge from unexpected places, like a Spanish desert and a Brooklyn parking lot?

Matt Bodnar, a Forbes "30 Under 30" honoree and partner at Fresh Hospitality, invests in innovative food and technology ventures, including vertical farming startup Square Roots. His work, which also spans commercial real estate with Fresh Capital, explores how strategic investment can address these critical challenges.

This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Water.org co-founder Matt Damon shares inspiring thoughts and anecdotes with World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim. They discuss strategies for making water accessible to the world's poorest

Water.org co-founder Matt Damon shares inspiring thoughts and anecdotes with World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim. They discuss strategies for making water accessible to the world's poorest communities.

Damon also recounts a humbling experience with a smart Haitian pre-teen, highlighting how even a mega-star can learn from unexpected sources.

This candid interview features Water.org cofounder Matt Damon discussing the global water crisis and his organization's initiatives for change.

To learn more about the crisis and how you

This candid interview features Water.org cofounder Matt Damon discussing the global water crisis and his organization's initiatives for change.

To learn more about the crisis and how you can help, visit http://water.org.

In "Promised Land," Matt Damon stars as Steve Butler, a corporate salesman, who, with partner Sue Thomason (Frances McDormand), targets a rural town for his company's expansion. Their mission

In "Promised Land," Matt Damon stars as Steve Butler, a corporate salesman, who, with partner Sue Thomason (Frances McDormand), targets a rural town for his company's expansion. Their mission involves securing drilling rights, bringing them into conflict with the local community.

The film explores the tension between big business interests and small-town values, specifically focusing on the controversial practice of fracking in rural America.

PwC's Matt Shelhorse and Duke University's Dan Ariely discussed the psychology of deviant behavior, noting that individuals often rationalize corruption despite potential penalties. Ariely

PwC's Matt Shelhorse and Duke University's Dan Ariely discussed the psychology of deviant behavior, noting that individuals often rationalize corruption despite potential penalties. Ariely highlighted that addressing corruption requires tackling multi-faceted conflicts of interest, establishing clearer rules, and reducing rationalization. He stressed that disclosure alone is insufficient.

To combat corruption effectively, we must recognize our influence and eliminate conflicts of interest whenever possible.

Dan Ariely's book, *Predictably Irrational*, is available for purchase on Amazon.

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food

Nathan's Peace Corps service in Africa ignited his passion for sustainable living and community. This led him to co-found Food Waves in 2010 with Matt Brown, Benjamin Green, and Bobbie Brown.

Food Waves focuses on producing organic food for the local Portland, Oregon market. They champion "small acre stewardship" and sustainable agriculture as solutions to environmental challenges, aiming to develop future farmers by providing essential technical and financial support.

Addressing global climate issues demands substantial capital investment. While industry has significantly contributed to the Anthropocene, there is hope in redirecting corporate efforts towards

Addressing global climate issues demands substantial capital investment. While industry has significantly contributed to the Anthropocene, there is hope in redirecting corporate efforts towards climate solutions.

Devyn, a Brown University student, created an "Environment and Enterprise" concentration, studying climate change, the private sector, and consumerism. He heads shareholder engagement for Brown’s Socially Responsible Investment Fund, interns with the Office of Sustainability and Investment Office, and co-authors a book chapter on New England coastal city resilience.

This talk, independently organized, explores these critical intersections. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

"Deep Green," a feature-length documentary by Portland's Matt Briggs, explores global solutions for reducing carbon energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

The film features environmental

"Deep Green," a feature-length documentary by Portland's Matt Briggs, explores global solutions for reducing carbon energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

The film features environmental pioneers such as Michael Pollan, David Suzuki, Lester Brown, Amory Lovins, Barbara Finamore, Ed Kjaer, Dr. Andy Frank, Shi Zheng Rong, Huang Ming, Marc Porat, Vincent Fertin, and local Portland green builders.

Discover more videos and content at www.deepgreenfilms.com.

In a candid interview with National Geographic, actor and Water.org co-founder Matt Damon discusses the global water crisis and his nonprofit's mission to end open-air defecation. Despite

In a candid interview with National Geographic, actor and Water.org co-founder Matt Damon discusses the global water crisis and his nonprofit's mission to end open-air defecation. Despite significant progress, nearly 950 million people still practice this public health hazard. Damon hopes that solutions like microfinancing will make open-air defecation a thing of the past by 2030.

Water.org promotes access to safe water and sanitation. Learn more at Water.org. This interview complements National Geographic's August 2017 story "A Place to Go": National Geographic Magazine.

Watch the full interview: Exclusive: Matt Damon Gets Emotional About Global Water Crisis. Subscribe to National Geographic: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe.

WeWork, once revolutionary in workspaces, education, and housing, ultimately faced financial turmoil. WSJ reporters Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell chronicle this journey in The Cult of We,

WeWork, once revolutionary in workspaces, education, and housing, ultimately faced financial turmoil. WSJ reporters Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell chronicle this journey in The Cult of We, examining tech startup triumphs and failures.

Join co-authors Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell (WSJ reporters, experts in venture capital and IPOs) with moderator Charles Duhigg (The New Yorker) to uncover startup culture's gripping reality. Presented with INFORUM.

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