Christopher F. Jones's book redefines the fossil fuel revolution, focusing on advances in energy access—via canals, pipelines, and wires—rather than just production. He demonstrates how

Christopher F. Jones's book redefines the fossil fuel revolution, focusing on advances in energy access—via canals, pipelines, and wires—rather than just production. He demonstrates how elaborate transportation networks for coal, oil, and electricity fueled remarkable urban and industrial growth in the American mid-Atlantic between 1820 and 1930, simultaneously setting the nation on a path toward fossil fuel dependence.

This historical account offers valuable lessons for pioneering a more sustainable energy future. To learn more, visit Christopher F. Jones's website or order his book from Amazon.

RSA Spotlights highlights an extract from its "Question Time" event, featuring experts on the seven main dimensions of the climate problem: science, behaviour, democracy, law, technology, economy,

RSA Spotlights highlights an extract from its "Question Time" event, featuring experts on the seven main dimensions of the climate problem: science, behaviour, democracy, law, technology, economy, and culture.

The panel provided expert insights into the competing priorities, responsibility voids, and jurisdictional overlaps that complicate climate change resolution. Panellists included Lord Nicholas Stern (LSE), Chris Rapley CBE (UCL), and other leading figures.

Watch the full talk here or listen to the full podcast.

This second event in our creative series on climate change brought together leading experts to discuss the complex challenges of resolving the issue, including competing priorities, responsibility

This second event in our creative series on climate change brought together leading experts to discuss the complex challenges of resolving the issue, including competing priorities, responsibility voids, and overlapping jurisdictions.

The distinguished panel featured Economist Lord Nicholas Stern, climate scientist Chris Rapley CBE, Green Party member Baroness Jenny Jones, and others. The event was streamed live on February 11, 2015.

Watch the full talk here or listen to the full podcast.

Motivated by the disparity between advanced deforestation technology and stagnant tree planting methods, Bryce Jones founded Flash Forest. As Canada's first drone reforestation company, Flash

Motivated by the disparity between advanced deforestation technology and stagnant tree planting methods, Bryce Jones founded Flash Forest. As Canada's first drone reforestation company, Flash Forest aims to create a practical, scalable solution to accelerate global reforestation and address the climate crisis.

Flash Forest's mission is to maximize carbon sequestration and restore ecosystems worldwide. CEO Bryce Jones envisions planting one billion trees by 2028, with continued efforts beyond this ambitious goal.

Bryce leads Flash Forest from Toronto, Ontario. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Our food systems are a primary driver of environmental degradation, leading to deforestation, biodiversity loss, freshwater depletion, and water pollution. Dr. Hannah Ritchie explores these

Our food systems are a primary driver of environmental degradation, leading to deforestation, biodiversity loss, freshwater depletion, and water pollution. Dr. Hannah Ritchie explores these critical issues and potential solutions in her research.

For deeper insights, subscribe to Big Think on YouTube, watch Hannah Ritchie: The data behind our biggest environmental problems, or read the video transcript. You can also become a Big Think Member or explore Big Think+ for Business.

Dr. Hannah Ritchie is a Senior Researcher at the University of Oxford and Deputy Editor at Our World in Data. She is the author of "Not the End of the World."

Oxford data scientist Hannah Ritchie debunks the overpopulation myth, a concern prominent since the 1960s. While global population is still growing, its rate has significantly slowed, contrary to

Oxford data scientist Hannah Ritchie debunks the overpopulation myth, a concern prominent since the 1960s. While global population is still growing, its rate has significantly slowed, contrary to earlier exponential growth assumptions. Ritchie, a lead researcher at Our World in Data and Oxford, specializes in environmental sustainability.

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Challenging widespread climate doomerism, data scientist Hannah Ritchie, a self-proclaimed "urgent enthusiast," asserts that environmental problems are solvable. In her comprehensive Big Think

Challenging widespread climate doomerism, data scientist Hannah Ritchie, a self-proclaimed "urgent enthusiast," asserts that environmental problems are solvable. In her comprehensive Big Think interview, Ritchie, author of *Not the End of the World*, delves into solutions for critical issues like climate change, sustainable food systems, plastic waste, and population growth.

Ritchie is a Senior Researcher at the University of Oxford and Deputy Editor at Our World in Data. Watch her full discussion by subscribing to Big Think on YouTube: Big Think YouTube. For a detailed review, read the video transcript: Big Think Transcript.