Jens Ulltveit-Moe, founder and Chairman of UMOE, discusses sugarcane ethanol as a vital solution for reducing CO2 emissions from transportation.

A prominent figure in Norwegian business,

Jens Ulltveit-Moe, founder and Chairman of UMOE, discusses sugarcane ethanol as a vital solution for reducing CO2 emissions from transportation.

A prominent figure in Norwegian business, Ulltveit-Moe established Umoe AS in 1984, growing it into one of Norway's largest privately-owned companies. His extensive career includes leadership roles at McKinsey, the SHV group, and Knut Knutsen OAS. He has also served as president of the Norwegian Shipowners' Association and the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise, and holds board positions with Cicero and Environmental Defense Fund Ltd. Europe.

This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Listen to Gry Johanne Åmodt present Statkraft's low emission scenario, explaining how renewables can significantly cut global greenhouse gas emissions. As head of the Global Drivers unit at

Listen to Gry Johanne Åmodt present Statkraft's low emission scenario, explaining how renewables can significantly cut global greenhouse gas emissions. As head of the Global Drivers unit at Statkraft, Europe’s largest renewable energy producer, Gry analyzes and monitors the forces shaping renewable energy markets.

Gry, who has been with Statkraft since 2004 and holds a Master’s degree in Industrial Economics from NTNU, delivered this insightful talk at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Water is a precious resource, yet many lack easy access to it. Seventh-grader Danika, passionate about reversing climate change, shares simple ways kids and families can conserve water at

Water is a precious resource, yet many lack easy access to it. Seventh-grader Danika, passionate about reversing climate change, shares simple ways kids and families can conserve water at home.

Her talk offers practical tips to help protect this vital resource. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx events here.

Brianna's talk explores our addiction to plastics, revealing how this once-lauded manufacturing solution has become an environmental poison threatening our wellbeing. She discusses the urgent need

Brianna's talk explores our addiction to plastics, revealing how this once-lauded manufacturing solution has become an environmental poison threatening our wellbeing. She discusses the urgent need to address plastic pollution.

Committed to combating this global issue, Brianna delivered her insights at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

California's energy electrification efforts must address their ecological impact and ensure equitable electricity distribution. This critical transition requires thoughtful planning for

California's energy electrification efforts must address their ecological impact and ensure equitable electricity distribution. This critical transition requires thoughtful planning for sustainable outcomes.

Stephanie Pincetl, Director of the California Center for Sustainable Communities and Chair of Environmental Sciences and Engineering at UCLA, researches sustainable cities and large-scale climate action. An inaugural TEDxGreenStreet Climate Countdown speaker, she advocates for human-scale solutions, nature respect, and equality.

Explore her research at www.spincetl.com and the center at www.ioes.ucla.edu/ccsc/. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted

Cristal, a first-generation Mexican from Gary, Indiana, is passionate about environmental justice and climate change, recognizing its disproportionate impact on BIPOC communities. Her work, rooted in ancestral connections to Madre Tierra, focuses on amplifying the voices of youth of color. She believes in sharing her platform to ensure their messages are heard.

This TEDx talk emphasizes the urgent need to invite youth of color into the broader climate change conversation. As Rigoberta Menchú stated, our "militarized, fenced-in, poisoned" Mother Earth demands action. Cristal, pursuing a doctorate in environmental racism, teaches and develops curriculum to empower these brilliant young scholars. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Youssef Ksiyer, a Moroccan activist, content creator, and comedian, shares his evolving perspective on climate change and advocates for local and global action. A laureate of Al Akhawayn

Youssef Ksiyer, a Moroccan activist, content creator, and comedian, shares his evolving perspective on climate change and advocates for local and global action. A laureate of Al Akhawayn University, Ksiyer is passionate about using the stage to address critical issues.

Recognizing ecology as a global concern, Ksiyer integrates environmental themes into his comedy shows, offering a unique Moroccan and African viewpoint. This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Existing buildings contribute 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, requiring urgent energy reduction. Larissa designs building systems to significantly cut these emissions and pollutants,

Existing buildings contribute 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, requiring urgent energy reduction. Larissa designs building systems to significantly cut these emissions and pollutants, improving the surrounding environment.

She analyzes existing and heritage buildings via energy and hydrothermal modeling, identifying optimal retrofits for energy reduction while respecting their value. Larissa champions conservation and adaptive reuse, ensuring heritage structures remain relevant.

Her expertise is proven: she won the IBPSA Rome 2019 energy modeling competition and an APT student scholarship for her work in heritage conservation and sustainability. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Yen is a Creativity/Sustainability Strategist and Advisor at BSA (www.bsa.org.vn). She founded Traque' Art Co., Ltd in 2013, a leading brand in bespoke design

Yen is a Creativity/Sustainability Strategist and Advisor at BSA (www.bsa.org.vn). She founded Traque' Art Co., Ltd in 2013, a leading brand in bespoke design and craft supply curation, specializing in personal branding, events, and corporate gifts. Under her leadership, Traque' became a top-selling creative stationery and gift provider in Vietnam.

Dedicated to Vietnam's creative and craft ecosystems, Yen actively collaborates with local artists to elevate brands. As an active SDGs advocate, she will share insights on applying a sustainability mindset and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for businesses and individuals at TEDx Countdown hosted by TEDxĐaKao. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

This talk explores how everyone can contribute to eco-justice for a safer environment. The speaker, born and raised in Ukraine, is currently studying at the United World College Red Cross Nordic

This talk explores how everyone can contribute to eco-justice for a safer environment. The speaker, born and raised in Ukraine, is currently studying at the United World College Red Cross Nordic in Norway.

Before this, he worked with the Junior Academy of Sciences of Ukraine on scientific projects addressing global environmental and humanitarian challenges. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event.

Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.