Nevena Nikolova, a designer with over two decades of experience, creates beautiful, lasting fashion pieces. Aware that "fashion is the second biggest consumer of water," she champions technology

Nevena Nikolova, a designer with over two decades of experience, creates beautiful, lasting fashion pieces. Aware that "fashion is the second biggest consumer of water," she champions technology to reduce the industry's environmental footprint and ensure her creations last for generations.

A former language student with a Cognitive Science background, Nevena founded NEVENA COUTURE at 27. Her brand is celebrated globally for outstanding craftsmanship, excellent fit, and exquisite materials, earning a loyal clientele that includes celebrities, dignitaries, and royals.

Her work, notably with lace, has been recognized by The Daily Telegraph and listed among top global brands. Recently, BNT nominated her as one of Bulgaria’s Favourite People in fashion. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Sofia Yialama's TEDxEuropeanSustainability Crete talk (Oct 17, 2020) on "Making sense of climate change on Crete: Taking Action" identified climate change as a critical risk to prosperity and food

Sofia Yialama's TEDxEuropeanSustainability Crete talk (Oct 17, 2020) on "Making sense of climate change on Crete: Taking Action" identified climate change as a critical risk to prosperity and food security, with the world off track for sustainable development and zero hunger.

Yialama urged investments, knowledge transfer, and capacity-building for agricultural and food sustainability. She also stressed individual responsibility, advocating for simple, sustainable daily practices in food production and consumption to reduce environmental footprint and contribute to climate action.

Sofia Yialama, a Senior Sustainability Analyst at DCarbon and Team Leader at Governance & Accountability Institute, Inc., can be found on LinkedIn. This independently organized TEDx event followed the TED conference format; learn more at TEDx.

Sofia Statsny, a 13-year-old climate activist and competitive skater, advocates for reducing material consumption. She shares her personal journey of curbing overconsumption, particularly focusing

Sofia Statsny, a 13-year-old climate activist and competitive skater, advocates for reducing material consumption. She shares her personal journey of curbing overconsumption, particularly focusing on clothing expenditures.

Her TEDx talk highlights the importance of consumers reducing their spending on goods. This talk, part of an independently organized TEDx event, encourages a shift away from excessive consumerism. Learn more about TEDx events here.

FRESH celebrates American farmers, thinkers, and business leaders who are reinventing our food system.

Witnessing the negative

FRESH celebrates American farmers, thinkers, and business leaders who are reinventing our food system.

Witnessing the negative impacts of industrial agriculture—including food contamination, environmental pollution, resource depletion, and obesity—these innovators forge healthier, sustainable alternatives. They present a practical vision for the future of our food and planet.

Documentary filmmaker Ana Sofia Joanes shares her passion in this video.