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Al Gore discusses how declining wind and solar costs can transform industries, create jobs, and offer a cheaper alternative to fossil fuels, helping maintain reduced carbon emissions. He explores geoengineering and humanity's path to a clean, prosperous future.

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Shaylan Kolodney, a junior Environmental Science student at Skidmore College, shares her unique thoughts on climate change. Her environmental passion ignited in high school after successfully

Shaylan Kolodney, a junior Environmental Science student at Skidmore College, shares her unique thoughts on climate change. Her environmental passion ignited in high school after successfully campaigning to ban polystyrene in her cafeteria, an effort that later inspired her hometown's sustainable business practices.

Currently, Shaylan researches carbon farming at Caney Fork Farm. She also studied in Bhutan, investigating factors contributing to the rapid dieback of the Himalayan Blue Pine. Deeply interested in understanding humanity's role in the environment, she is driven to make a positive global impact.

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Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach

Grace West, an 18-year-old community and climate leader, effectively uses empirical social science research to influence policy within her church and broader community. Her innovative approach helped her forge a significant role in climate action.

Her TEDx talk highlights how young people can gain respect and a voice by conducting value-added research that impacts policy development. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Emily Martin from Our Climate will explain their support for the Energy Innovation Act and efforts to advance carbon pricing at the state level. Our Climate is a youth-led organization dedicated

Emily Martin from Our Climate will explain their support for the Energy Innovation Act and efforts to advance carbon pricing at the state level. Our Climate is a youth-led organization dedicated to empowering young people to advocate for science-based, equitable climate policy.

Please note: The first minute of this recording is missing.

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Lian Pin Koh, a conservation scientist, discusses climate change and its post-COVID impact in a new normal. He is Professor of Conservation Science, Technology and Policy, and Director of the

Lian Pin Koh, a conservation scientist, discusses climate change and its post-COVID impact in a new normal. He is Professor of Conservation Science, Technology and Policy, and Director of the Centre for Nature-based Climate Solutions at the National University of Singapore.

Koh founded ConservationDrones.org, a non-profit introducing drone technology to conservationists globally. His career includes leadership roles at the University of Adelaide and Conservation International. He has received multiple accolades, including the World Economic Forum Young Global Leader recognition.

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