Ridhima, an 11-year-old climate activist, is challenging global inaction on climate change. Driven by the devastating 2013 Uttarakhand floods, she sued the Indian government for its inadequate response, escalating her case to the Supreme Court. Her fight is for her future and that of billions of children.

Ridhima's activism has gained international recognition. She was invited to the UN General Assembly's Climate Action Summit, joined Greta Thunberg's strike, and spoke at conferences in Norway. She also met Sweden's King and Queen. Watch her powerful TEDx talk, independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Over a billion pounds of pesticides are used in the U.S. annually, with a quarter banned in the EU due to safety concerns. Despite this, the EPA has for decades failed to assess their impacts on endangered species, human health, and pollinators, even permitting their use on public lands.

Join the Center for an hour to learn how we protect vulnerable people and wildlife from these dangerous chemicals, and discover how you can help. The presentation will feature environmental health director Lori Ann Burd and senior scientist Dr. Nate Donley.

Environmentalist and writer Jonathon Porritt discussed the evolution of green politics with John Vidal in a 2012 interview for The Guardian.

His latest book, *Hope in Hell*, published in 2020, is available from Amazon.

On World Environment Day 2020, Jojo Mehta, co-founder of the Stop Ecocide campaign, engaged in a frank yet optimistic conversation with veteran environmentalist and author Jonathon Porritt. Porritt, whose new book *Hope in Hell* was released that month, brought decades of experience addressing environmental and climate crises at NGO and government levels.

Mehta, building on the legacy of visionary lawyer Polly Higgins, discussed how activism and leadership can drive change. Their dialogue explored the crucial rules we must alter—from criminal law to state policy and everyday actions—to transform our world. Learn more about Stop Ecocide.

System transformation begins by mapping key leverage points for change. Discover how Nike and Health Care Without Harm are driving significant improvements. Nike is eliminating hazardous chemical discharge from its supply chain by 2020, while Health Care Without Harm has built a collaborative network of 450 organizations across 52 countries to transform the healthcare industry. Both initiatives aim to enhance environmental and health outcomes, alongside their bottom lines.

These insights were shared at the Skoll World Forum on Social Entrepreneurship, which unites leading social entrepreneurs with essential partners to accelerate learning, leverage, and large-scale social change.

At COP 15 in Copenhagen, Hub Culture journalist Edie Lush interviewed Sarah Severn, Nike's Director of Stakeholder Partnerships. Severn discussed the current progress of climate legislation within the United States.

She also highlighted the BICEP partnership, a coalition of 17 global companies actively advocating for comprehensive climate change legislation.

Corporations increasingly control American life, wielding unprecedented wealth and power akin to the Gilded Age. Critics argue these multinational companies act as political entities, influencing governments and circumventing justice.

Scholar Zephyr Teachout proposes breaking up monopolies to protect democracy. In *Break 'Em Up*, she argues monopolies fuel inequality and partisanship, advocating antitrust efforts. Join Teachout and Tim Wu (Columbia Law School) for a vital discussion on consolidated private power and a path forward.

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The San Xavier talussnail, one of the world's rarest, lives exclusively on a single Sonoran Desert hill. These hermaphroditic snails can live up to 10 years, estivating for three and active only 3-4 days annually. Monsoon rains prompt their emergence from rock crevices to feed on lichen.

These unique snails are central to a major lawsuit filed by the Center against the Trump administration. The suit challenges the administration's failure to protect 241 endangered species, many facing imminent extinction.

Nurse sharks are frequently observed on coral and rocky reefs throughout the eastern Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Discover more about them in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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Sea cucumbers are marine invertebrates, part of the echinoderm family alongside sea urchins and sea stars.

Often called "edible sea cucumbers," they are a fisheries species consumed globally, particularly in Asia.

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The global commodity system, long-serving, is now vulnerable, a weakness amplified by the pandemic. Companies are urgently transforming sourcing models, simplifying and localising supply chains, and integrating purpose for resilient, sustainable procurement.

Gain insights from industry leaders, including Barry Parkin, Chief Procurement and Sustainability Officer at Mars, and Terry Slavin, Editor-in-Chief – Sustainable Business at Reuters Events.

COVID-19 has profoundly impacted our food system, causing outbreaks in food markets and plants, increasing food insecurity, and straining supply chains for farmers. Meanwhile, food banks have seen a surge in demand, highlighting critical vulnerabilities.

Explore these challenges and their implications for agriculture, food supply, and diets in a conversation with Lisa Held, senior reporter at Civil Eats, and Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture.

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Facing a future of extreme weather and economic strain due to climate change, how can we instead envision thriving, equitable, and carbon-free societies? We need solutions to replace doom-and-gloom projections with a radically re-envisioned tomorrow.

Join climate journalist Eric Holthaus and Project Drawdown VP Katharine Wilkinson for a conversation on reimagining our role in creating these vital climate solutions.

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Alarmed by climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals, is among those speaking out.

During a 2016 research trip, Dr. Cobb witnessed the obliteration of the South Pacific coral reef she had been studying. This devastating "bellwether event" prompted her to commit "all in" to climate solutions, personally and professionally.

Alarmed by their climate change research, a growing number of scientists are stepping out of the lab to advocate for solutions. Dr. Kim Cobb, a Georgia Tech professor and leading expert on corals, is among those speaking out.

Her resolve deepened after a 2016 research trip to the South Pacific, where she witnessed the obliteration of most of the coral reef she had been studying. This devastating experience was a "bellwether event" for Dr. Cobb, prompting her to go "all in" on climate solutions, personally and professionally.

TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers, with detailed guidelines available here. This talk explores how buildings can breathe like plant leaves while cleaning polluted water.

Architect and biodesign researcher Shneel Malik showcases this vision with "Indus," a wall featuring a novel biomaterial with microalgae for photosynthesis. Bridging futuristic techniques with cultural practices, her work empowers artisans and revolutionizes water interaction. At UCL's Bio-Integrated Design Lab, Malik investigates transforming urban systems into biological processes, fostering a circular economy. Learn more about TEDx at ted.com/tedx.

"Why Climate Action Gets Stuck and What to do About it" explores why climate initiatives often stall or backtrack despite initial progress. Based on a five-year research project, Professor Matthew Hoffmann explains these obstacles and proposes strategies for transformative change to address the climate emergency.

Matthew Hoffmann is a Professor of Political Science at the University of Toronto, Scarborough, and Co-Director of the Environmental Governance Lab. His research focuses on global governance, climate change politics, and international relations. Author of several books, including *Climate Governance at the Crossroads*, he is currently researching Political Pathways to Decarbonization. This talk was presented at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Amidst the scorching Arizona summer, a California condor finds respite by bathing in a spring-fed creek in the Grand Canyon.

This remarkable bird is North America's largest flying species and one of the most endangered worldwide.

Amanda and Laurène developed an initiative accelerating Switzerland's Circular Economy Transition. This replicable model emphasizes collaborative impact, challenging everyone to act towards a more sustainable future.

At Impact Hub, Laurène leads the Circular Economy Transition, building community and supporting circular entrepreneurs. Amanda, founder of Impact Hub Geneva & Lausanne, initiated this effort, creating an ecosystem that connects diverse stakeholders. Both aim to leverage collaboration to address urgent global problems like climate change.

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