Architect and urban planner Nuno Soares, based in Macau since 2003, explores how to integrate a city's unique character into everyday life and design. Drawing from his experiences living away from

Architect and urban planner Nuno Soares, based in Macau since 2003, explores how to integrate a city's unique character into everyday life and design. Drawing from his experiences living away from home, he shares insights on using local elements in architecture and urban planning.

Nuno founded and directs CURB – Center for Architecture and Urbanism, a non-profit organization. Its mission is to promote research, education, and knowledge diffusion in architecture and urbanism, bringing local issues to a global audience.

This talk was presented at TEDxSenadoSquare, an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists based in Tucson, Arizona. They are dedicated to protecting endangered species and

The Center for Biological Diversity is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of lawyers, scientists, and activists based in Tucson, Arizona. They are dedicated to protecting endangered species and their habitats across the planet.

Believing human welfare is deeply linked to nature—to the vast diversity of wild animals and plants—the Center uses science, law, and creative media to secure a future for all species. Their work focuses on safeguarding the lands, waters, and climate essential for survival, ensuring a wild world for generations to come. Learn more about their mission: biologicaldiversity.org

In her TEDxPhilly talk, "Moving from The Grand Vision to The Grand Adjustment," architecture critic Inga Saffron challenges cities to prioritize existing dwellers over skyscraper fantasies. She

In her TEDxPhilly talk, "Moving from The Grand Vision to The Grand Adjustment," architecture critic Inga Saffron challenges cities to prioritize existing dwellers over skyscraper fantasies. She argues for a shift in focus towards improving urban amenities.

Saffron advocates for upgrading transit, adding bike lanes, increasing walkability, and creating great parks and public plazas. She believes density and sustainability can be achieved through a range of densities, not just skyscrapers, citing successful mid-rise buildings. Cities must be flexible and adaptable.

Los Angeles, with nearly 10 million residents, depends on imported snowmelt from the distant Eastern Sierra Nevadas and Rocky Mountains for its water supply.

UCLA researchers Stephanie

Los Angeles, with nearly 10 million residents, depends on imported snowmelt from the distant Eastern Sierra Nevadas and Rocky Mountains for its water supply.

UCLA researchers Stephanie Pincetl and Mark Gold are studying how the city can reduce these imports. Their work focuses on enhancing local water capture, storage, and reuse to establish a more sustainable water system for the region.

"Wood from the Hood" transforms discarded urban trees from local neighborhoods into high-quality flooring, millwork, furniture, and home/office accessories. Based in Minneapolis, this innovative

"Wood from the Hood" transforms discarded urban trees from local neighborhoods into high-quality flooring, millwork, furniture, and home/office accessories. Based in Minneapolis, this innovative company, founded by Indy and Rick Siewert, utilizes the Twin Cities' "Urban Forest" as its resource.

By reclaiming local trees, Wood from the Hood produces sustainable wood products. This approach promotes environmentally sensitive building and remodeling, taking a significant step towards a greener future. Discover more at woodfromthehood.com.