This inspirational talk offers an optimistic outlook on winning the battle against climate change. It explores how leveraging technology learning rates can create a better future, reflecting on

This inspirational talk offers an optimistic outlook on winning the battle against climate change. It explores how leveraging technology learning rates can create a better future, reflecting on past successes and outlining a path forward. This is a call to action and optimism.

Fredrik, an independent author and RWE regional lead (Europe), is passionate about energy, environmental issues, and politics. His contagious knowledge inspires reflection on our present and the future we can build.

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

Bill McKibben spoke at the Marion Institute in New Bedford, MA, from October 26-28, 2012. His

Bill McKibben spoke at the Marion Institute in New Bedford, MA, from October 26-28, 2012. His presentation focused on the ongoing fight against global warming, urging New Englanders to join the effort.

McKibben, author of a dozen environmental books including the seminal *The End of Nature* (1989), co-founded the grassroots climate campaign 350.org. A fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, he notably led the 2011 White House protest against the Keystone pipeline, which resulted in 1,253 arrests—the largest civil disobedience action in 30 years.

The Last Mountain, released June 2011, explores a critical energy battle in America's Appalachian heartland. A mining giant aims to explode a mountain for coal, while the community seeks to

The Last Mountain, released June 2011, explores a critical energy battle in America's Appalachian heartland. A mining giant aims to explode a mountain for coal, while the community seeks to preserve it and build a wind farm. This film highlights a conflict affecting our collective energy future.

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Jerry Mander, founder of the International Forum on Globalization (IFG), author, and activist, introduced the discussion. He advocated for "less products, not greener products," and a focus on

Jerry Mander, founder of the International Forum on Globalization (IFG), author, and activist, introduced the discussion. He advocated for "less products, not greener products," and a focus on "local rather than global" solutions.

Maude Barlow then presented key insights from her new book, *BLUE COVENANT: The Global Water Crisis and the Coming Battle for the Right to Water*.

Climate change was a leading issue in 2020. With a promising new pro-climate administration in 2021, the focus shifts to how quickly a clean energy transition can be achieved. The question is no

Climate change was a leading issue in 2020. With a promising new pro-climate administration in 2021, the focus shifts to how quickly a clean energy transition can be achieved. The question is no longer what can be done, but how soon.

Join a conversation on climate breakthroughs with experts Michael Mann (Penn State, author of The New Climate War) and Leah Stokes (UC Santa Barbara, author of Short Circuiting Policy). They will discuss the urgency and tools for addressing the climate crisis.

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Arjun's debut rap solo, "The Climate Fight," brings the climate crisis into focus. His mission is to eliminate India's reliance on fossil fuel-based energy.

He founded Smart Joules to

Arjun's debut rap solo, "The Climate Fight," brings the climate crisis into focus. His mission is to eliminate India's reliance on fossil fuel-based energy.

He founded Smart Joules to significantly improve energy efficiency across India's businesses and factories. Arjun believes efficiency is the quickest, cheapest, and most scalable way to tackle energy inequity and climate change.

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

Amid global crises, we still have good news to share. This year, significant gains have been made for wild plants and animals. We've defeated pipelines, secured protections for endangered

Amid global crises, we still have good news to share. This year, significant gains have been made for wild plants and animals. We've defeated pipelines, secured protections for endangered wildlife, and ended a decades-long battle over a disastrous water project in the West.

These victories are a testament to collective energy, creativity, and tenacity. Join us in celebrating these successes in the fight for a livable planet. Our Nevada director, Patrick Donnelly, and North Carolina attorney, Perrin de Jong, will share their strategies for success.

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ross Gelbspan's 1997 book, *The Heat Is On: The High Stakes Battle Over Earth's Threatened Climate*, documents the reality and acceleration of global

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ross Gelbspan's 1997 book, *The Heat Is On: The High Stakes Battle Over Earth's Threatened Climate*, documents the reality and acceleration of global warming.

Gelbspan exposes the campaign by oil and coal interests, teamed with conservative politicians, to confuse the public. He was an early voice in urging people to confront the facts of climate change.

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free enterprise is not merely an economic matter.

In his book, *The Battle*, Brooks argues that approximately 70 percent of the population views free enterprise as a fundamental lifestyle issue and the bedrock of American culture.

Jane Goodall's final interview was recorded on September 23, 2025, just eight days before her death on October 1, 2025. Conducted for the Wall Street Journal's "Journal Podcast," it was published

Jane Goodall's final interview was recorded on September 23, 2025, just eight days before her death on October 1, 2025. Conducted for the Wall Street Journal's "Journal Podcast," it was published online by the Wall Street Journal on September 26, 2025.

Sources for this information include: WSJ In Conversation with Jane Goodall and Is Jane Goodall Fighting a Losing Battle?