Indigenous women from across the Arctic are vital experts, offering crucial knowledge and solutions to the climate crisis. They actively contribute to the Paris Agreement, climate change

Indigenous women from across the Arctic are vital experts, offering crucial knowledge and solutions to the climate crisis. They actively contribute to the Paris Agreement, climate change mitigation, and a Just Transition. Simultaneously, they are on the frontlines, experiencing direct impacts on their lands, livelihoods, ways of life, and health.

This session will feature their leadership and solutions, exploring how to best support their efforts. Panelists include Yana Tanagasheva (Batani Fund), Valentina Sovkina (Russian Indigenous Women Network), Hanne Svinsas Magga (Sámi Center for Psychological Support), and Panganga Pungowiyi (Indigenous Environmental Network).

Leroy Little Bear, a member of the Small Robes Band of the Blood Indian Tribe, Blackfoot Confederacy, was born and raised on the Blood Indian Reserve. He is the former director of the American

Leroy Little Bear, a member of the Small Robes Band of the Blood Indian Tribe, Blackfoot Confederacy, was born and raised on the Blood Indian Reserve. He is the former director of the American Indian Program at Harvard University and currently chairs Native Studies at the University of Lethbridge. (See his bio)

This video is presented by the Foundation for Global Humanity in collaboration with the Seed Graduate Institute.

Elliot Connor's TEDx talk explores "reverse evolution," drawing inspiration from ecosystems to find sustainable solutions for our "concrete jungle." This insightful discussion covers progress that

Elliot Connor's TEDx talk explores "reverse evolution," drawing inspiration from ecosystems to find sustainable solutions for our "concrete jungle." This insightful discussion covers progress that respects nature's evolutionary laws.

At just 17, Connor founded Human Nature Project, an international environmental NGO connecting 1200 volunteers across 102 countries to address our gradually sinking world. He is also an ambassador for Coalition Wild and the Lawrence Anthony Earth Organization, a member of the Jane Goodall Institute’s Youth Leadership Council, and a recipient of Samsung’s 2020 Eco-Hero Awards.

Connor shares what evolution can teach us in our quest to save the planet. Learn more about TEDx events here.

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal

Rob Bennett, founding executive director of the Portland Sustainability Institute (PoSI), established the organization in 2009. PoSI unites business, higher education, nonprofit, and municipal leaders to drive next-generation urban sustainability initiatives for the Portland metro region.

Bennett discusses EcoDistricts, stressing the need for a clear, integrated strategy. He believes positive change comes from enthusiastically pursuing tangible, local, sustainable solutions. His work continues at the intersection of environment, community social justice, and built form.

For more videos on Portland's sustainability progress, visit the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube.

George Crombie, President of the American Public Works Association (APWA) and a senior faculty member at Norwich University,

George Crombie, President of the American Public Works Association (APWA) and a senior faculty member at Norwich University, discussed key principles in an interview. He emphasized the importance of looking to nature (biomimicry), a multi-disciplined approach to problem-solving, applying cultural principles, visionary leadership, and acting for the common good.

Ruth Ann Barrett of EarthSayers.tv conducted the interview on July 28, 2011, during the APWA Sustainability in Public Works Conference in Portland, Oregon.

Todd Reeve of the Portland, Oregon-based Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) discusses the organization's three core program areas: climate change and renewable energy initiatives; educating

Todd Reeve of the Portland, Oregon-based Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF) discusses the organization's three core program areas: climate change and renewable energy initiatives; educating K-12 students on climate and energy; and long-term watershed restoration.

For more information, visit the BEF website: http://www.b-e-f.org/.

Explore more sustainability leaders on the Portland Sustainability Leadership channel on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/group/portlandleaders#.

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.

Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded

Alex Epstein co-founded the New York 2 New Orleans Coalition, a network of NYC high school students addressing parallel community struggles. After moving to Philadelphia for college, he co-founded The Philadelphia Urban Creators (PUC), an organization of young community organizers dedicated to fostering sustainable and equitable development from the ground up.

Epstein is a recipient of the prestigious Brower Youth Award. These awards recognize North American individuals aged 13 to 22 who demonstrate outstanding leadership on projects with significant positive environmental and social impact. Learn more at Brower Youth Awards.

The Yale Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative (ELTI) offers an Online Certificate Program in tropical forest landscape conservation and restoration. This program addresses pressing

The Yale Environmental Leadership & Training Initiative (ELTI) offers an Online Certificate Program in tropical forest landscape conservation and restoration. This program addresses pressing environmental and social challenges, supporting ecosystem functioning, climate action, food security, and economic growth.

Over one year, you will learn to design, implement, and monitor effective conservation initiatives, from projects to policies, at any scale. Leveraging the expertise of Yale F&ES faculty and ELTI's extensive network, you will gain practical skills applicable to your own work.

For more information, visit the program website: https://tropicalrestorationcertificate.yale.edu/

Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy

Clean energy entrepreneur Danny Kennedy explores the promise and challenges of the global transition to renewable energy. He asserts that while the shift is urgent, millions of clean energy entrepreneurs and startups, partnered with determined Indigenous leadership worldwide, can achieve this transition in time to avert climate breakdown.

Kennedy, an eco-activist turned clean-technology entrepreneur, is a leading figure in capitalizing on the green economy. He currently serves as CEO of New Energy Nexus, a global nonprofit that provides funds, accelerators, and networks to drive clean energy innovation and adoption.