Companies developing lightweight structural materials seek sustainable alternatives. Strong By Form, a 2022 Ray of Hope Prize participant, offers a solution by applying the natural intelligence of

Companies developing lightweight structural materials seek sustainable alternatives. Strong By Form, a 2022 Ray of Hope Prize participant, offers a solution by applying the natural intelligence of tree structures to engineered wood. Their design-to-manufacturing technology combines digital design, structural optimization, and fabrication to produce lightweight, wood-based composite parts. This innovation replaces high-CO2 materials like concrete and steel across diverse applications.

For instance, their Woodflow-composite slabs can reduce concrete use by 30% and wood by 70% compared to conventional timber-concrete slabs. Strong By Form is also developing optimized wood-based connectors to eliminate metal in frame joints, creating lighter, 100% wood-based, and lower-CO2 structures.

Learn more: Strong By Form, AskNature Innovation, and Biomimicry Institute.

Is our economy fit for a low-carbon world? Tim Jackson, author of *Prosperity without Growth*, argues that the current economic model is driving us towards climate catastrophe, not away from it.

Is our economy fit for a low-carbon world? Tim Jackson, author of *Prosperity without Growth*, argues that the current economic model is driving us towards climate catastrophe, not away from it. He asserts that building a new, sustainable economic model is the most urgent task of our time.

Jackson, a leading sustainability adviser, contends that the prevailing system fails to deliver widespread prosperity, undermining wellbeing in rich nations and neglecting the poorest. Having already led to economic instability, it now threatens a climate crisis. His book, an update to a groundbreaking report for the Sustainable Development Commission, has significantly contributed to the burgeoning debate on economic growth's consequences for people and planet.

The suitability of our current economic model for a low-carbon world is under scrutiny. Tim Jackson, author of "Prosperity without Growth," argues that economic growth relentlessly drives us

The suitability of our current economic model for a low-carbon world is under scrutiny. Tim Jackson, author of "Prosperity without Growth," argues that economic growth relentlessly drives us towards climate catastrophe, rather than offering a solution. He asserts that building a new economic model fit for a low-carbon future is the most urgent task of our time.

Professor Jackson contends that the prevailing system is failing, undermining wellbeing in rich nations and neglecting the poorest. He warns that it has already led to economic instability and, if unchecked, threatens a climate catastrophe. His book, an update to a highly acclaimed report, has significantly fueled the burgeoning debate on economic growth and its global consequences.

Join CCL leaders for a special webinar focused on a significant push in the Senate. This session will provide context on the legislative landscape and explain how CCL will amplify asks to both

Join CCL leaders for a special webinar focused on a significant push in the Senate. This session will provide context on the legislative landscape and explain how CCL will amplify asks to both Democrat and Republican Senate offices.

Understand key campaign actions to ensure a price on carbon is included in the reconciliation package. Take action now: Take Action on A Price on Carbon in the Senate. For more information, see CCL Crunch Time For Climate Policy and Presentation Slides. Ask questions on CCL Community’s Forums.

Nestle CEO Mark Schneider spoke at Summit 22 about the company's regenerative goals, announced over the past five years, and the challenges in achieving them.

The Ellen MacArthur

Nestle CEO Mark Schneider spoke at Summit 22 about the company's regenerative goals, announced over the past five years, and the challenges in achieving them.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, promotes a circular economy model. This approach, driven by design, aims to eliminate waste and pollution, circulate products and materials, and regenerate nature.

For more insightful videos, [subscribe to The Ellen MacArthur Foundation](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQAC2otE5_agzHZPnk3mE5w?sub_confirmation=1). Learn more about their work on their [website](https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org) and follow them on [Instagram](http://instagram.com/EllenMacArthurFoundation), [Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/ellenmacarthurfoundation), [Twitter](http://www.twitter.com/circulareconomy), and [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/ellen-macarthur-foundation/).

Inspired by the Venus flower basket's efficient cellular architecture, Metavoxel Technologies has developed 3-D modular building materials. This innovation addresses the environmental impact of

Inspired by the Venus flower basket's efficient cellular architecture, Metavoxel Technologies has developed 3-D modular building materials. This innovation addresses the environmental impact of traditional construction, which consumes vast resources and contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions and waste.

Engineers design cellular blocks from materials like wood and biocomposites. These can be robotically assembled into strong, ultra-lightweight metamaterials for diverse applications, including buildings and vehicles. This revolutionary approach reduces raw material use and carbon footprint, embodying nature's principle of "doing more with less."

Learn more: Metavoxel Technologies, AskNature (Sponge Innovation), Biomimicry Institute, AskNature.

Donald Trump's infamous "It is, what it is" regarding COVID-19 deaths inadvertently highlights humanity's unpreparedness for natural systems. Whether a virus or climate change, our poor response

Donald Trump's infamous "It is, what it is" regarding COVID-19 deaths inadvertently highlights humanity's unpreparedness for natural systems. Whether a virus or climate change, our poor response demands urgent scientific understanding and decisive action. The pandemic serves as a critical wake-up call, urging us to avoid "crisis fatigue" and address environmental challenges.

This talk was delivered by Mark McGinley, an ecologist whose lifelong passion for nature began in childhood. With degrees in zoology and ecology, he dedicated his career to fostering scientific and environmental literacy. As a professor, he taught field courses, developed programs, and served as Editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia of Earth. He now works at Lingnan University. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Puralytics, a Beaverton, Oregon startup, is developing a floating, solar-activated "nano lilly pad" for stormwater treatment.

Puralytics, a Beaverton, Oregon startup, is developing a floating, solar-activated "nano lilly pad" for stormwater treatment. Supported by an Oregon BEST commercialization grant, this device can be deployed in ponds and ditches near roads and parking lots to prevent contaminants from entering streams.

Puralytics CEO Mark Owen praised partners Todd Jarvis and his Oregon State University (OSU) team for providing essential third-party testing and data.

Christine’s TEDx presentation addresses food waste, a significant global environmental issue, particularly in Hong Kong. She emphasizes that individuals and organizations have direct control to

Christine’s TEDx presentation addresses food waste, a significant global environmental issue, particularly in Hong Kong. She emphasizes that individuals and organizations have direct control to reduce food loss. The talk proposes collaboration among Hong Kong, Macao, and Guangdong to transform their food culture for waste reduction.

Christine's extensive career includes serving as a Legislator, CEO of Civic Exchange, and Undersecretary for the Environment, HKSAR Government. She currently teaches at HKUST and UCLA. Learn more about TEDx at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Inspired by millions of years of natural evolution, Fusion Bionic harnesses the surface properties of plants and insects to create advanced functional surface technology. Their laser technology

Inspired by millions of years of natural evolution, Fusion Bionic harnesses the surface properties of plants and insects to create advanced functional surface technology. Their laser technology engraves micro and nano textures onto materials, efficiently mimicking nature's solutions and outperforming traditional methods.

For instance, lotus leaves repel water and dirt, while moth eyes are naturally anti-reflective. By mimicking these structures, Fusion Bionic optimizes materials for eyeglasses, smartphones, solar panels, vehicles, and electronic connectors, reducing energy and chemical use.

Learn more about Fusion Bionic at [fusionbionic.com](https://fusionbionic.com/en/) and explore biomimicry at [biomimicry.org](https://biomimicry.org/) or [asknature.org](https://asknature.org/).