Ovais Sarmad joined the United Nations Climate Change secretariat (UNFCCC) on September 1, 2017. He supports the Executive Secretary in managing the secretariat and its staff, advising on

Ovais Sarmad joined the United Nations Climate Change secretariat (UNFCCC) on September 1, 2017. He supports the Executive Secretary in managing the secretariat and its staff, advising on strategic operations and organizational development.

Previously, Mr. Sarmad served 27 years at the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Geneva, including as Chief of Staff. Prior to IOM, he worked in London's private and public sectors, qualifying as a Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (GCMA). He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Osmania University, India.

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

Licypriya, a nine-year-old Indian climate activist, began her advocacy at age six. She is a leading global voice, having addressed world leaders at the United Nations Climate Conference 2019

Licypriya, a nine-year-old Indian climate activist, began her advocacy at age six. She is a leading global voice, having addressed world leaders at the United Nations Climate Conference 2019 (COP25) in Madrid, urging immediate climate action to protect our environment.

Recognized for her impactful efforts, she has received numerous accolades, including the World Children Peace Prize 2019, Global Child Prodigy Award 2020, and was praised by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in 2019.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Matthew Rodriquez, California's Secretary for Environmental Protection (CalEPA), stresses the urgent need for climate action.

His address comes ahead of the 2018 Global Climate Action

Matthew Rodriquez, California's Secretary for Environmental Protection (CalEPA), stresses the urgent need for climate action.

His address comes ahead of the 2018 Global Climate Action Summit, underscoring the importance of the upcoming event.

Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry moderated a panel featuring distinguished experts.

Panelists included former U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz; Jonathan Pershing, former U.S.

Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry moderated a panel featuring distinguished experts.

Panelists included former U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz; Jonathan Pershing, former U.S. State Department’s Special Envoy for Climate Change; and Heather Zichal, former Deputy Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change. Also participating were Tony Earley, former CEO and current Executive Chair of the Board, PG&E Corporation, and Mark Boling, CEO, 2CNRG.

On Earth Day, April 22, 2010, Deputy Secretary Ron Sims of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development delivered an inspiring talk in Portland, Oregon. He emphasized innovation,

On Earth Day, April 22, 2010, Deputy Secretary Ron Sims of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development delivered an inspiring talk in Portland, Oregon. He emphasized innovation, commitment to change, and the importance of sustainability. Sims also highlighted the United States as a grand experiment founded on opportunity, fairness, and justice.

This public address was part of The 8th Annual Regional Livability Summit, sponsored by the Coalition for a Livable Future. More information on Deputy Secretary Sims' accomplishments can be found on his website.

The World Resources Institute and partners recently previewed Global Forest Watch 2.0 at the UN Forum on

The World Resources Institute and partners recently previewed Global Forest Watch 2.0 at the UN Forum on Forests 10 (UNFF) in Istanbul. This powerful new initiative aims to improve forest monitoring and management globally.

Speakers at the event included Zulkifli Hasan (Minister of Forestry, Indonesia), Kerri-Ann Jones (Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of State), Wu Hongbo (Under-Secretary-General, United Nations), Naoko Ishii (CEO, Global Environment Facility), Tim Christophersen (Senior Program Officer, UNEP), and Nigel Sizer (Director, WRI).

Dr. Steven Chu, William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor at Stanford University, discusses climate change, new pathways to renewable energy, and the challenges the country faces.

Previously,