Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions

Ari Matusiak is CEO of Rewiring America, a nonprofit dedicated to electrifying 121 million U.S. households. His work addresses the fact that 42% of energy emissions originate from home decisions like heating, cooking, and driving, aiming to launch a nationwide electrification movement.

He is also Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Purpose Venture Group, an advisory firm building community-centered ventures to combat climate and economic inequality. Matusiak brings nearly a decade of executive leadership in renewable energy and household electrification.

Previously, Ari served in the Obama White House as Special Assistant to the President, focusing on economic policy and private sector engagement. He is also Co-Founder and Chairman of Young Invincibles, a national nonprofit. Learn more about TEDx events here.

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a

Slam Dunkley, an Earth Guardians board member, recently delivered a law school graduation speech. He highlighted societal hypocrisy and the need for young leaders to maintain optimism for a radically different future.

Born in France, of Jamaican and Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape descent, Slam boasts a distinguished academic and legal career. A Division 1 Rower, he earned multiple degrees and, in law school, led student associations and wrote an award-winning paper on Indian Water rights. He will continue his legal education at UCLA.

As an Earth Guardians board member, Slam empowers diverse youth to lead on climate issues. Join him in making positive change. Start your activism with Earth Guardians at www.earthguardians.org.

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and

Global women and feminist leaders are calling for urgent climate justice and action for future generations. WECAN marks International Women's Day by releasing a video showcasing women and gender-diverse leaders' solutions.

Amidst escalating climate crisis and social inequities, these leaders demand bold systems change and transformational leadership. They champion solutions for food sovereignty, Indigenous rights, and a Just Transition, challenging governments and corporations to end extractive practices and declare a climate emergency. Their fight for Mother Earth is unwavering.

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

This talk, presented at the TEDxEuropeanSustainabilityAcademy Crete online event on October 17, 2020, focused on "Making sense of climate change on Crete: Taking Action." It explained how climate

This talk, presented at the TEDxEuropeanSustainabilityAcademy Crete online event on October 17, 2020, focused on "Making sense of climate change on Crete: Taking Action." It explained how climate change is driving global shifts in sustainable finance, influencing banking, insurance, and investments. The presentation highlighted the mandatory integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues into business strategy and finance.

Michael Spanos, Founder & Managing Director of Global Sustain Group, delivered the address. An Expert Advisor to the European Commission on Sustainable Development Goals, he leads projects in sustainable finance and ESG performance. He also lectures internationally and collaborates with organizations like PRI and the European Commission. For more, visit globalsustaingroup.com or connect on LinkedIn. Learn about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

Jon Bowermaster, a National Geographic grantee and "Ocean Hero," is a renowned writer, filmmaker, and adventurer. He has authored eleven books and directed over thirty documentaries, including

Jon Bowermaster, a National Geographic grantee and "Ocean Hero," is a renowned writer, filmmaker, and adventurer. He has authored eleven books and directed over thirty documentaries, including *Dear President Obama*. His global Oceans 8 project involved ten years of sea kayaking to report on ocean health.

Currently, Bowermaster leads the One Ocean Media Foundation and is a visiting lecturer at Bard College. His team's focus is the Hudson River Stories project, a series of short films examining environmental risks and hopes for the Hudson River Valley, the birthplace of the American environmental movement. He also hosts *The Green Radio Hour* podcast.

For more on the project, visit hudsonriverstories.com.

Nick Jankel, a "Mind Maverick" and global expert on collaboration, leadership, and innovation, delivered a speech at The Global Summit II (November 8-10, 2010, San Francisco). He founded