TEDxDelthorneWomen, organized by Eraina Ferguson, is a local, self-organized event held on November 30th. Expanding on TEDWomen themes, it connects ideas to Los Angeles women. TEDx events offer a

TEDxDelthorneWomen, organized by Eraina Ferguson, is a local, self-organized event held on November 30th. Expanding on TEDWomen themes, it connects ideas to Los Angeles women. TEDx events offer a TED-like experience with live speakers and videos. Subscribe to the TEDx channel: http://bit.ly/1FAg8hB.

Dr. Sarita D. Jackson, a global trade consultant and CEO of Global Research Institute of International Trade, advocates for policies prioritizing global citizen welfare. Her work is inspired by experiences in Southern Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. A Fulbright Scholar and award-winning educator, she was also nominated for the 2017 LA Business Journal Women’s Award.

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On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie, an award-winning writer and mythologist, explored the transformative power of myths and inner inquiry. She demonstrated how ancient stories can address modern

On October 18, Dr. Sharon Blackie, an award-winning writer and mythologist, explored the transformative power of myths and inner inquiry. She demonstrated how ancient stories can address modern challenges and shift the collective mindset, emphasizing solitude and nature for deepening kinship. Her work reimagines women's stories and connects folk traditions to contemporary issues. Learn more at sharonblackie.net.

Karen Doyle Grossman, Executive Director of the Garrison Institute, has a distinguished career. She advanced social innovations at Mercy Corps and, at the Aspen Institute, founded MicroMentor, the world's largest community for entrepreneurs and mentors. Explore MicroMentor at micromentor.org.

Dr. Nitant Mate advocates for an accelerated global shift to renewable energy, concerned that GDP competition drives conventional energy use and carbon emissions. He distinguishes "Growth"

Dr. Nitant Mate advocates for an accelerated global shift to renewable energy, concerned that GDP competition drives conventional energy use and carbon emissions. He distinguishes "Growth" (income) from "Development" (human well-being), urging a worldwide mindset change to prioritize development for a habitable future.

As a partner at SeeGreen Solutions LLP and Director at SeeGreen Products Pvt. Ltd., Dr. Mate specializes in decentralized sustainable technologies, including renewable energy and health sector applications. He has advised organizations like WHO and the World Bank, served on government and academic committees, and holds honorary professorships. A prolific author and patent holder, his insights were shared at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Join a conversation with leaders from the nation's top environmental organizations as they address climate action, race, and health crises. Executives from Greenpeace (Annie Leonard), NRDC (Gina

Join a conversation with leaders from the nation's top environmental organizations as they address climate action, race, and health crises. Executives from Greenpeace (Annie Leonard), NRDC (Gina McCarthy), and 350.org (Tamara Toles O'Laughlin), alongside host Greg Dalton, will discuss aligning political ambitions with climate science and supporting recovery plans that bolster clean energy jobs and strengthen communities.

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The Women's Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted its Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This event gathered over 125 grassroots and

The Women's Earth and Climate Network (WECAN) hosted its Global Women's Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond from June 23-28, 2025. This event gathered over 125 grassroots and frontline women leaders, advocates, and policymakers from 50 countries to share diverse visions and strategies for a just and healthy world across 25 panels.

A significant panel, "Impacts of the Fossil Fuel Industry in North America," took place on June 25th. Featured speakers included Sharon Lavigne (RISE St. James), Tara Houska (Giniw Collective), Nalleli Cobo (People not Pozos, South Central Youth Leadership Coalition), and Dr. Laalitha Surapaneni, a physician.

The energy transition is critical, with the 2020s marking a decisive decade for climate justice. As fossil fuels peak, we must rapidly scale renewables, ensuring an equitable new energy economy.

The energy transition is critical, with the 2020s marking a decisive decade for climate justice. As fossil fuels peak, we must rapidly scale renewables, ensuring an equitable new energy economy. Visionary "green" entrepreneur Danny Kennedy, founder of New Energy Nexus, proposes a "3D" clean energy future: distributed, decentralized in ownership, and democratized in control, driven by global grassroots entrepreneurship.

Kennedy, a seasoned eco-activist and clean-tech leader, co-founded Sungevity and Powerhouse. He now serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit providing funds, accelerators, and networks to advance clean energy innovation and adoption worldwide.

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Angela Francis, a mixed-race economist, offers a unique perspective on tackling climate change. She argues that the path to a green economy lies in demonstrating how it can immediately improve

Angela Francis, a mixed-race economist, offers a unique perspective on tackling climate change. She argues that the path to a green economy lies in demonstrating how it can immediately improve people's lives and solve existing societal problems, rather than just adding environmental concerns to a long list of priorities.

With 18 years in economic development, Angela has consistently focused on aligning human systems—such as energy and transport—with planetary needs. As Chief Advisor on Economics and Economic Development at WWF, she provides expertise across climate, food, and biodiversity, leading green transition policy.

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Jeff Corwin joins conservationists in California to protect pinnipeds, including elephant seals and sea lions. Organizations like the Marine Mammal Care Center and Defenders of Wildlife are

Jeff Corwin joins conservationists in California to protect pinnipeds, including elephant seals and sea lions. Organizations like the Marine Mammal Care Center and Defenders of Wildlife are crucial in rescuing and rehabilitating these animals, which face severe threats from climate change, overfishing, habitat loss, and plastic pollution.

Corwin assists Dr. Lauren Palmer and Andy Johnson in rehabilitating four malnourished California sea lion pups, one of whom ingested plastic. After critical care, tagging, and weighing, the pups are successfully released back into the wild. This effort underscores the vital role of conservation in giving endangered animals a second chance and addressing environmental challenges for ecosystem health.

Farmers face obstacles to participating in carbon markets, despite the effectiveness of tree and soil carbon sequestration in combating climate change. Drawing on nearly a decade of work in Haiti,

Farmers face obstacles to participating in carbon markets, despite the effectiveness of tree and soil carbon sequestration in combating climate change. Drawing on nearly a decade of work in Haiti, ecologist Deborah McGrath proposes a win-win strategy for climate justice.

As the Carl Biehl Professor of International Studies and Assistant Dean for the Environment at the University of the South, Dr. McGrath advocates for colleges like Sewanee to invest in small farmers. This approach reduces institutional carbon footprints while integrating trees into farming strategies that benefit people, planet, and profit. She values collaborating with farmers and students for their environmental restoration potential.

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