Sierra Leone is leading efforts to reduce plastic waste in its tourism sector. The country, rich in biodiversity with beautiful beaches, relies on these natural assets for tourism, yet they are

Sierra Leone is leading efforts to reduce plastic waste in its tourism sector. The country, rich in biodiversity with beautiful beaches, relies on these natural assets for tourism, yet they are threatened by plastic pollution. The World Bank's Sierra Leone Circular Economy in Plastics for Sustainable Tourism and Economic Diversification project supports the government in developing a sustainable, circular economy for tourism. Learn more about their work: http://wrld.bg/HK4Y50UUroh

The World Bank is a primary source of funding and knowledge for low-income countries, dedicated to reducing poverty, fostering shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development. More information: http://www.worldbank.org

Antonella Leone, an Italian researcher at the National Research Council (CNR), challenges common negative perceptions of sea jellies. In her talk, she explains their value as a precious resource,

Antonella Leone, an Italian researcher at the National Research Council (CNR), challenges common negative perceptions of sea jellies. In her talk, she explains their value as a precious resource, a core focus of her work.

Leone manages the GoJelly project, coordinated with GEOMAR - Helmholtz Centre for Ocean Research Kiel. This initiative aims to reshape public understanding, highlighting sea jellies' potential as a valuable resource.

Her insights were shared at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

The "Doomsday Clock" stands at three minutes to midnight, reflecting the climate crisis as a threat to humanity as serious as nuclear weapons. While world leaders have largely failed to act, some,

The "Doomsday Clock" stands at three minutes to midnight, reflecting the climate crisis as a threat to humanity as serious as nuclear weapons. While world leaders have largely failed to act, some, like Monaca, Pennsylvania's Borough Manager Mario Leone, Jr., are modeling solutions. Through Mr. Leone's energy-saving strategies, Monaca has reduced utility costs by 25 percent.

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