The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the Bay Area's tech and innovation economy. While some companies adopt permanent remote work, others have folded, and many tech employees have

The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically reshaped the Bay Area's tech and innovation economy. While some companies adopt permanent remote work, others have folded, and many tech employees have relocated. These shifts raise critical questions about the region's future economy.

Join us for the first in a series of conversations exploring San Francisco's post-pandemic economy. This event features Jennifer Stojkovic (sf.citi) and Ahmad Thomas (Silicon Valley Leadership Group), moderated by Sean Randolph (Bay Area Economic Institute). Tune in Thursday, March 18, at 9:30 AM PDT.

For more details, to support our work, or to explore other events, visit [commonwealthclub.org](https://www.commonwealthclub.org/covid19support). Connect with us on social media.

Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties

Manush Hovnanyan, an environmental activist and NGO founder, discusses Dilijan's environmental challenges. She shares her journey in fostering eco-friendly practices and engaging various parties to find solutions.

As a teacher and president of "Contribution to Women and Children," Manush empowers young women, encouraging their active involvement in politics and advocating for democratization in Armenia. She believes there are increasing opportunities for women in the political sphere.

A proud member of the KATARINE Women’s Political Leadership program, Manush champions women's participation and eco-education. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Depleting resources necessitate a shift to sustainable energy. Sid Thatham, an Energy Engineer at the University of Cincinnati, will explain how better energy measurement inherently leads to

Depleting resources necessitate a shift to sustainable energy. Sid Thatham, an Energy Engineer at the University of Cincinnati, will explain how better energy measurement inherently leads to improved energy management, paving the way for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Born in Chennai and raised in New Delhi, Sid earned his Bachelor's and Master's in Chemical Engineering, along with an MBA, from the University of Cincinnati, where he now works at the university's power plant. Passionate about innovation, leadership, and photography, Sid delivered this talk at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Yellowstone, the planet's last intact temperate ecosystem, faces rapid changes due to global warming. Paleoecologist Dr. Cathy Whitlock researches its past climate to understand future

Yellowstone, the planet's last intact temperate ecosystem, faces rapid changes due to global warming. Paleoecologist Dr. Cathy Whitlock researches its past climate to understand future consequences.

Dr. Whitlock, a Regents Professor Emerita at Montana State University and a National Academy of Sciences member, began her Yellowstone studies in the 1980s, analyzing sediment cores. Her work also includes leading the Montana Climate Assessment, which shaped state climate discussions.

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

Mehul Manjeshwar champions a holistic approach to sustainability, emphasizing people, planet, and profits across a product's entire lifecycle. As the lead for marketing and sustainability

Mehul Manjeshwar champions a holistic approach to sustainability, emphasizing people, planet, and profits across a product's entire lifecycle. As the lead for marketing and sustainability communications at Bare Necessities, he believes communication and education are fundamental to driving environmental change.

With an MBA in product lifecycle management and extensive global experience volunteering for environmental causes, Mehul is a Climate Reality Leader trained by Al Gore. He inspires communities to adopt sustainable lifestyles, advocating for a balance between technology and environmental consciousness.

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

Effectively transitioning to a sustainable society is a critical, unpostponable challenge in the face of climate change. Despite our future being at stake, engagement remains insufficient. What

Effectively transitioning to a sustainable society is a critical, unpostponable challenge in the face of climate change. Despite our future being at stake, engagement remains insufficient. What barriers prevent us from adopting sustainable lifestyles, and how can we overcome them?

Cecilia Grandi-Nagashiro, a Ph.D. candidate at The University of Tokyo, researches and designs interventions for sustainable lifestyle adoption. Drawing on her background in natural sciences and international forestry, she founded Sustainable Living Tokyo. This initiative runs workshops communicating science-based methods for sustainable living. This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Maria Gramatiuk, a high school student and aspiring researcher, addresses the critical question: "Will Global Climate Change Alter Fundamental Immune Reactivity And Child Health?" in her

Maria Gramatiuk, a high school student and aspiring researcher, addresses the critical question: "Will Global Climate Change Alter Fundamental Immune Reactivity And Child Health?" in her TEDxMedUniGraz 2020 talk. A versatile individual, Maria has excelled in science, winning awards in Human Biology and Medicine, and demonstrates strong leadership as Head of the Younger Scientific Group at the Ukrainian Biobank Association.

Her dedication to science and health is evident in her academic pursuits and extracurricular activities, including organizing scientific days. Maria's talk delves into why children are particularly vulnerable to climate change's health impacts. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Plastic pollution presents a global challenge. A new non-catalytic pyrolysis technology, grounded in thermodynamics and quantum mechanics, offers an innovative solution. This process transforms

Plastic pollution presents a global challenge. A new non-catalytic pyrolysis technology, grounded in thermodynamics and quantum mechanics, offers an innovative solution. This process transforms plastic waste into powerful fuels, fundamentally shifting our approach to plastic, waste, and energy.

The underlying principle is that all plastic can be repurposed by converting matter and energy. Driven by a passion for social impact, Andoni leads Petgas, a Mexican startup. Petgas is developing this technology and market to convert plastic waste into clean, potent fuels.

This concept was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

In this Talk, agripreneur Carlos Ignacio Velasco Castrillon discusses his work transforming Colombia's cacao industry. His efforts benefit poor smallholder farmers, offering coffee growers a vital

In this Talk, agripreneur Carlos Ignacio Velasco Castrillon discusses his work transforming Colombia's cacao industry. His efforts benefit poor smallholder farmers, offering coffee growers a vital alternative as climate change increasingly challenges coffee production.

An agripreneur with an INSEAD MBA and experience at Colombia's National Federation of Coffee Growers, Carlos now leads Cacao de Colombia. He works with farmers to enhance cocoa quality, producing Cacao Hunters chocolates for domestic and export markets, with the goal of revolutionizing the industry.

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

Tiffany advocates for a societal shift towards feminine energy to address climate change. As a Founding Partner of Phoenix Rising Global, she champions liberating femininity to improve the

Tiffany advocates for a societal shift towards feminine energy to address climate change. As a Founding Partner of Phoenix Rising Global, she champions liberating femininity to improve the world.

An inspirational speaker, Tiffany leads women's empowerment workshops, leadership summits, and innovation think tanks. Her global work spans two decades, collaborating with senior leaders, policymakers, and influencers. She has delivered TED Talks in Delhi and Tokyo, organized summits at the House of Commons, and worked with the First Lady of Japan on women's empowerment.

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