This TEDx event was independently organized by volunteers. Guidelines for TEDx organizers are available here, and you

This TEDx event was independently organized by volunteers. Guidelines for TEDx organizers are available here, and you can learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Winy Maas, Founding Partner and Principal Architect of MVRDV (www.mvrdv.com), is internationally acclaimed for innovative urban planning and architecture. Advocating for denser, greener, and more livable cities, Maas challenges established design standards to reimagine how we live, work, and play.

Beyond MVRDV, Maas leads TU Delft’s The Why Factory, a think tank he established in 2008. He is also a professor, widely published, and serves on numerous design boards and juries.

Climate chaos is already impacting daily life, prompting urgent preparation. Bestselling author David Pogue, in "How to Prepare for Climate Change," offers deeply researched advice on readying

Climate chaos is already impacting daily life, prompting urgent preparation. Bestselling author David Pogue, in "How to Prepare for Climate Change," offers deeply researched advice on readying ourselves for the years ahead, covering everything from what to grow and where to relocate to managing anxiety and surviving catastrophes.

Join Pogue and renewable energy expert Wei-Tai Kwok for a practical discussion hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, on making smart choices for the upheaval ahead.

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As climate chaos intensifies globally, bestselling author David Pogue provides essential guidance in "How to Prepare for Climate Change." His deeply researched advice covers practical steps from

As climate chaos intensifies globally, bestselling author David Pogue provides essential guidance in "How to Prepare for Climate Change." His deeply researched advice covers practical steps from what to grow, eat, build, and insure, to investing, preparing children and pets, identifying climate havens, and managing anxiety for future catastrophes.

Join Pogue and renewable energy expert Wei-Tai Kwok for a discussion on making smart choices for the upheaval ahead. Ahmad Thomas moderates this event from The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. For more content, events, or membership, visit: YouTube | Events | Membership | Donate | Watch & Listen.

Daisy Khan, a prominent advocate against Islamophobia and for interfaith harmony, served 18 years as Executive Director of the American Society for Muslim Advancement (ASMA). She founded The

Daisy Khan, a prominent advocate against Islamophobia and for interfaith harmony, served 18 years as Executive Director of the American Society for Muslim Advancement (ASMA). She founded The Women's Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality (WISE) to advance women's leadership and gender equality within Islam, offering religiously grounded opinions. An author and recipient of honors like the Eleanor Roosevelt Human Rights Award, she was also named among Time's 100 Most Influential People.

Join us for an important conversation with Ms. Khan. This event is hosted by The Commonwealth Club of California, the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum. For more, visit [commonwealthclub.org](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/events) or connect on social media: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/commonwealthclub), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/thecommonwealthclub/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/cwclub/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/cwclub).

Kashmala Kakakhel, an expert in international climate finance policy, discusses how climate change will determine tomorrow's winners and losers. With over 14 years of experience, she ensures

Kashmala Kakakhel, an expert in international climate finance policy, discusses how climate change will determine tomorrow's winners and losers. With over 14 years of experience, she ensures climate funding meets developing countries' needs and designs projects for international funds.

Since 2016, Kashmala has advised Pakistan's representative to the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Board. In 2020, as Lead Co-Chair Advisor for over 130 developing nations, she facilitated the approval of 37 projects totaling US$2.1 billion and led the GCF's Strategic Plan update. Her prior leadership at CDKN also significantly advanced climate finance access and contributed to the UN Warsaw International Mechanism on Loss and Damage. She is also an author and TEDx speaker. Learn more at TEDx.

In this talk, Afia Salam, a veteran journalist with four decades of experience, shares her journey as an environment journalist. Her pioneering career includes being Pakistan's first female

In this talk, Afia Salam, a veteran journalist with four decades of experience, shares her journey as an environment journalist. Her pioneering career includes being Pakistan's first female cricket journalist and serving in the first batch of female Air Traffic Controllers.

Afia's diverse background also encompasses 15 years as a creative head in advertising. A LEAD and Australia Awards Fellow, she is deeply engaged in climate change policy advocacy and activism. She currently serves as President of Baanhn Beli, Vice President of Salman Sufi Foundation, and Chair of the Indus Earth Trust Board of Trustees.

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Climate change already impacts wildlife habitats, hunting, and fishing. Organizations like Conservation Hawks and Trout Unlimited empower outdoorsmen to advocate for climate solutions, ensuring

Climate change already impacts wildlife habitats, hunting, and fishing. Organizations like Conservation Hawks and Trout Unlimited empower outdoorsmen to advocate for climate solutions, ensuring environmental conservation for future generations.

Todd Tanner, President & Founder of Conservation Hawks, engages America’s 40 million anglers and hunters on climate change. Brian Wagner, a Trout Unlimited leader, serves on the National Leadership Council's Climate Change work group and coordinates youth education.

Drew Eyerly, CCL Conservative Outreach Director, lends a conservative voice to climate solutions, recruiting right-of-center individuals. He previously served in the U.S. Army. Find his full bio: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/?team=andrew-eyerly

Communities of color are disproportionately affected by climate change and air pollution. We will hear from Rev. Louis Tillman, Senior Pastor of St. Philip's Evangelical Lutheran Church in

Communities of color are disproportionately affected by climate change and air pollution. We will hear from Rev. Louis Tillman, Senior Pastor of St. Philip's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Baltimore, about his work in these communities. Thais Lopez Vogel, Co-Founder of VoLo Foundation, will discuss their environmental justice projects, including her creation of Florida Climate Week. Her full bio is available here: VoLo Foundation Team.

Patricia Rubio, CCL Diversity and Inclusion Program Coordinator, supports effective communications and transformative justice. Her background as an Environmental Educator helps unite people with nature and foster connections with indigenous flora and fauna.

Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

Mayors James

Join our panel of influential mayors to explore local climate actions and their impact on national policy. Learn how to collaborate with your own mayor to drive change.

Mayors James Brainard (Carmel, IN), Anna Tovar (former Tolleson, AZ), Sean Spiller (Montclair, NJ), and Alexis Hermosillo (El Mirage, AZ) bring diverse expertise. They have implemented environmental initiatives like roundabouts and "No Idling" policies, fostered sustainable economic development, and advocated for their communities.

Discover their strategies for climate solutions and community engagement. Access full bios for Mayor Brainard, Anna Tovar, Sean Spiller, and Alexis Hermosillo.

Dr. Bill Weihl, founder of ClimateVoice, advocates for companies to champion stronger public climate policy. His non-profit mobilizes the workforce to encourage businesses to fully commit to

Dr. Bill Weihl, founder of ClimateVoice, advocates for companies to champion stronger public climate policy. His non-profit mobilizes the workforce to encourage businesses to fully commit to climate action, particularly by using their influence to support policy everywhere they operate.

Weihl's extensive background includes leading sustainability at Facebook and pioneering clean energy initiatives at Google. This talk, given at an independently organized TEDx event, followed a presentation by John Doerr and Hal Harvey, whose related discussion can be found here. TEDx event guidelines are detailed here, and more about TEDx is available at ted.com/tedx.