Terry Harpold, Ph.D., explores how art, myth, and fiction reveal the vital connection between our observations of nature and our creative imagination. He argues that addressing the climate crisis

Terry Harpold, Ph.D., explores how art, myth, and fiction reveal the vital connection between our observations of nature and our creative imagination. He argues that addressing the climate crisis requires more than practical solutions; we must also embrace this vital connectivity to forge new, lasting meaning in a world in crisis.

Dr. Harpold, a Professor at the University of Florida since 2000, specializes in new media theory, digital humanities, science fiction, and environmental humanities. He holds a BA from SUNY Stony Brook and a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania, and has received multiple teaching awards. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event.

Dr. Pankaj Kalita, an Assistant Professor at IIT Guwahati, is an expert in renewable energy, energy storage, and thermal management. With over 14 years of experience, he has published extensively

Dr. Pankaj Kalita, an Assistant Professor at IIT Guwahati, is an expert in renewable energy, energy storage, and thermal management. With over 14 years of experience, he has published extensively (50+ papers, 12 book chapters) and leads significant research, including projects on energy storage and remote electrification. He is also a recipient of India's Distinguished Visiting Fellow award and an Early Career Research Award.

In his talk, Dr. Kalita demystifies climate change, detailing how fossil fuels drive global warming. He highlights his lab's work developing renewable, waste-to-energy systems to mitigate this. This presentation was part of a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Dr. P. M. Ravi, a Ph.D. and Senior Scientist, formerly led the Environmental Studies Section at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, India's premier nuclear research facility. He also

Dr. P. M. Ravi, a Ph.D. and Senior Scientist, formerly led the Environmental Studies Section at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai, India's premier nuclear research facility. He also serves as adjunct faculty at Mangalore University. His research expertise spans environmental monitoring, ecological studies, analytical chemistry, and radioecology, with a focus on nuclear aspects.

Recognized for his scientific contributions, Dr. Ravi received the Dr. Ganguly Felicitation prize (2002) for Radiation Protection and Environment, and the Department of Atomic Energy Special Contribution Award (2011). He was also awarded the Marie Curie Post Doctoral Fellowship by the Commission of European Communities, Brussels.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Fifteen-year-old Jasmine Fraser discovered that backyard beekeeping often overlooks native Australian bees, which are superior pollinators and stingless. She champions these "unsung heroes" for

Fifteen-year-old Jasmine Fraser discovered that backyard beekeeping often overlooks native Australian bees, which are superior pollinators and stingless. She champions these "unsung heroes" for crop security, encouraging people to invite them into their backyards. This easy, low-maintenance approach supports both Australia's food security and native species.

Initially perplexed by native beehives, Jasmine learned their importance for pollination, not honey. She used a TEDx platform to highlight how urban households can easily support native bees, contributing to food security and biodiversity. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This talk examines the global impact of climate change on water sources through various case studies. It emphasizes the critical role of intergenerational coalitions and youth in confronting these

This talk examines the global impact of climate change on water sources through various case studies. It emphasizes the critical role of intergenerational coalitions and youth in confronting these challenges.

Presented at a TEDx event—an independently organized local conference following the TED format—this discussion offers valuable insights. Learn more at TEDx.

The pandemic highlighted humanity's need to address future global crises like climate change and biodiversity loss, which lack simple solutions. Romain Troublé, Executive Director of the Tara

The pandemic highlighted humanity's need to address future global crises like climate change and biodiversity loss, which lack simple solutions. Romain Troublé, Executive Director of the Tara Ocean Foundation since 2009, has dedicated his career to understanding our planet.

Troublé's extensive experience includes organizing polar missions (2003-2006) and managing the Tara schooner expeditions since 2004. The Foundation has led 12 expeditions, significantly advancing ocean knowledge through studies on marine plankton, micro-plastic pollution, coral reefs, and the oceanic microbiome.

This TEDx talk relates to the Tara Ocean Foundation's work. Learn more at Tara Expeditions and TEDx.

In an era of extreme social, political, and religious polarization, healthy communities are vital. Utilizing community empowerment and development principles through agriculture can foster

In an era of extreme social, political, and religious polarization, healthy communities are vital. Utilizing community empowerment and development principles through agriculture can foster sustainability.

Buddy Walker, called to international missions at 16, developed extensive experience in disaster relief, mission coordination, and sustainable community development partnerships. His agricultural expertise, including soil science and micro-intensive farming, culminated in the 2012 establishment of the Empower School & Farm in Umatilla, Florida.

This residential program trains individuals in Christian discipleship, micro-enterprise, sustainable agriculture, and world missions. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Eu-Lin leads PwC Singapore's Sustainability & Climate Change practice, enabling companies to strategize, implement, report, and assure on critical climate and sustainability issues, including

Eu-Lin leads PwC Singapore's Sustainability & Climate Change practice, enabling companies to strategize, implement, report, and assure on critical climate and sustainability issues, including decarbonization, climate risk, and green finance.

A Chartered Accountant, Eu-Lin believes her profession is vital for global sustainability. She is an accredited Carbon Tax verifier, a frequent speaker, and serves on Ministry of Sustainability and Environment committees, alongside various not-for-profit boards.

This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Desmond's worldview is shaped by 17 years balancing high-performance sport and education, followed by over two decades of challenges and growth. He believes all beings are interconnected and that

Desmond's worldview is shaped by 17 years balancing high-performance sport and education, followed by over two decades of challenges and growth. He believes all beings are interconnected and that humanity often harms itself and the planet.

A finance professional, Desmond is dedicated to "Compassion Capital." He advises and serves on boards for organizations, programs, and startups in Sustainability, Food, Innovation, Education, and Mental Well-being. He fosters a collaborative ecosystem of change-makers, believing wisdom and compassion are crucial for a sustainable future.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Assaad W. Razzouk is a Lebanese-British clean energy entrepreneur, podcaster, and commentator based in Singapore.

He is Chairman and CEO of Sindicatum Renewable Energy. He also serves on

Assaad W. Razzouk is a Lebanese-British clean energy entrepreneur, podcaster, and commentator based in Singapore.

He is Chairman and CEO of Sindicatum Renewable Energy. He also serves on the boards of environmental charity ClientEarth and Singaporean non-profit EB Impact, which promotes sustainable development in Asia Pacific. Additionally, he is a council member for NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and hosts The Angry Clean Energy Guy podcast.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.