Comedian Patti Hope discovered unique interactions hosting diverse guests through Airbnb. Following her husband's death and the restoration of a New Jersey farmstead, she opened her home,

Comedian Patti Hope discovered unique interactions hosting diverse guests through Airbnb. Following her husband's death and the restoration of a New Jersey farmstead, she opened her home, realizing guests sought more than lodging—they found a sense of belonging, leaving a part of themselves behind.

With over 30 years as a nonprofit executive, Patti transitioned to stand-up comedy, speaking, and writing in Florida. Her journey, including hosting travelers via the sharing economy since 2013, profoundly shapes her current work.

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

Free online data, including satellite, sensor, and climate models, empowers individuals to understand and address air pollution and climate change. These petabytes of resources offer immense value

Free online data, including satellite, sensor, and climate models, empowers individuals to understand and address air pollution and climate change. These petabytes of resources offer immense value in devising solutions to critical environmental issues.

James Poetzscher, a 17-year-old high school student, exemplifies this. He has authored four research papers, mapped global air pollution decline for the European Environmental Bureau (published by BBC, Reuters), and created a global map inventory on his website greeenhousemaps.com. He also built an air quality data portal and writes for major media. James aims to inspire young people to take collective action on these century-defining issues.

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

Scott Harrison founded charity: water in 2006 to bring sustainable clean drinking water to developing countries. Public donations directly fund water projects, verified with photos and GPS on

Scott Harrison founded charity: water in 2006 to bring sustainable clean drinking water to developing countries. Public donations directly fund water projects, verified with photos and GPS on Google Maps. In 14 years, over 1 million donors have helped raise $496 million, funding 59,000+ projects in 29 countries and providing 11.6 million people with clean water. Google.org and Googlers have contributed over $8 million.

Globally, 785 million people lack clean water, impacting health, education, and economic opportunities. charity: water partners with local experts to implement sustainable solutions—from wells to rainwater harvesting—and establishes local Water Committees with sanitation training to ensure long-term success.

Learn more at charitywater.org.

Dr. Gabby Wild's new National Geographic Kids book, "Wild Vet Adventures: Saving Animals Around The World," takes young readers on a global journey. She explores diverse creatures—from lions to

Dr. Gabby Wild's new National Geographic Kids book, "Wild Vet Adventures: Saving Animals Around The World," takes young readers on a global journey. She explores diverse creatures—from lions to tarantulas—covering their anatomy, behaviors, diets, and the challenges they face, emphasizing human-animal relationships and shared habitats.

A renowned wildlife veterinarian, Dr. Wild is also known from Animal Jam Classic. Her collaborations include the World Wildlife Fund, National Geographic, and Jane Goodall Institute. When not traveling, she works as an emergency vet surgeon. Dr. Wild holds a DVM from Cornell, an MPH from Minnesota, and is a published genetics researcher.

Get the book: https://goo.gle/3abKTir. Learn more: https://gabbywild.org/. Moderated by Suzette Bishop.

It's remarkable how individuals far away can profoundly impact our lives, often without our knowledge. Aishwarya Sridhar, a wildlife photographer, presenter, writer, and documentary filmmaker,

It's remarkable how individuals far away can profoundly impact our lives, often without our knowledge. Aishwarya Sridhar, a wildlife photographer, presenter, writer, and documentary filmmaker, explores these hidden influences.

From Navi Mumbai, Sridhar champions visual communication's transformative power. The youngest recipient of both the Sanctuary Asia – Young Naturalist Award and the International Camera Fair Award, she aims to drive policy-level change through her photography and filmmaking.

This talk was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) collaborates with the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL), an organization that advocates for peace, justice, and a sustainable planet, including carbon

Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL) collaborates with the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL), an organization that advocates for peace, justice, and a sustainable planet, including carbon pricing. FCNL General Secretary Diane Randall leads their staff, expanding programs to engage grassroots citizens and Quakers in lobbying lawmakers for these priorities.

For more information, explore FCNL's work on carbon pricing: FCNL Carbon Pricing Resource. Access the February Monthly Action Sheet, read the CCL Blog's tribute to Sec. Shultz, sign up for upcoming Regional Conferences, and watch CCL's February Pre-Call Video.

Seventeen-year-old innovator Mira Bhattacharya challenges current oil spill cleanup methods. After three years of research, she discovered a sustainable solution: simple orange peels. In her TEDx

Seventeen-year-old innovator Mira Bhattacharya challenges current oil spill cleanup methods. After three years of research, she discovered a sustainable solution: simple orange peels. In her TEDx talk, Mira explains this innovative approach.

A Toronto-based innovator, Mira is passionate about leveraging technology for global impact and tackling social and environmental issues. Her environmental sustainability research earned her two silver medals and the Youth Can Innovate award at the Canada Wide Science Fair. She also co-founded "Disable the Difference," a non-profit advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Madhav Malhotra, a 17-year-old innovator, explores the root causes of plastic pollution and the profitability of sustainability solutions. He founded The Plastic Shift to research this issue and

Madhav Malhotra, a 17-year-old innovator, explores the root causes of plastic pollution and the profitability of sustainability solutions. He founded The Plastic Shift to research this issue and now collaborates with organizations to implement solutions.

Malhotra also hosts "The Knowledge Archives" podcast, interviewing leading researchers on topics like climate change's impact on food and water security. An aspiring entrepreneur, he aims to create lasting planetary change. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Allie Rougeot, an economics and public policy student at the University of Toronto, is a dedicated environmental activist. She advocates for her generation, who feel unfairly burdened with

Allie Rougeot, an economics and public policy student at the University of Toronto, is a dedicated environmental activist. She advocates for her generation, who feel unfairly burdened with addressing climate change, making a compelling case for urgent climate action.

Since high school, Allie has focused on climate justice, leading the Fridays for Future movement in Toronto since 2019. This global student movement demands bold climate action from all levels of government. Her work has been recognized with the Kim Phuc Youth Award and features in Toronto Post Magazine and Corporate Knights.

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

Wolf Joe is a new 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. With his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity,

Wolf Joe is a new 46 x 11-minute animated action-adventure series following Joe, a young First Nations boy. With his two best friends, Joe explores his Indigenous culture, heritage, and identity, inspired by the universal values of The Seven Teachings Wheel.

This exciting children's series is a TVOkids Original, created in collaboration with Turtle Lodge, Media Rendezvous, and Amberwood Entertainment.