TED Countdown’s Post

"Air pollution is an invisible global pandemic. It's a silent killer." - Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah CBE, clean air advocate. In her moving talk, Adoo-Kissi-Debrah shares her personal story of the impact of unsafe air on our children's health— and urges us to take action on air pollution. Here's how: https://bit.ly/4cVQCpt #CleanAir #InternationalDayofCleanAir #SustainableSolutions #TEDTalks #TEDCountdown

By 2033, your wardrobe might be lighter — in a good way! 🌟 Karinna Grant reveals 3 ways digital fashion (made of pixels instead of threads) will revolutionize our wardrobes and protect the environment: 1️⃣ Reduces physical clothing waste 2️⃣ Minimizes environmental impact 3️⃣ Sparks unlimited creativity #TEDCountdown #TEDTalks #NYCFashionWeek #FastFashion #DigitalFashion #SustainableSolutions

From feng shui-ing your fridge to influencing businesses, behavioral scientist Jiaying Zhao explains how your choices can lower carbon emissions while also boosting joy: https://bit.ly/3ZfxQGv

🌍 Exciting times ahead! TEDxUniversityofCapeCoast is now bringing the TED Countdown mission to a community near you! Together, we’re not just talking about climate solutions—we’re making them happen. 💪

When workers and employers collaborate, they can turn conflict into progress and protect those on the frontlines. The Fair Food Program's Gerardo Reyes Chávez and Jon Esformes are a powerful example of how teamwork can address critical issues — and set new standards for fairness and safety worldwide: https://bit.ly/3yZ7fTv

How can we protect what’s most fragile? Guatemalan artist Michi González illustrates the critical message that our Earth, like a fragile package labeled "Handle with Care," requires thoughtful and deliberate stewardship. Her art serves as a reminder and urgent call to action to protect our Earthly home and the future for us all. -- This #SummerArtSeries is a collaboration between Fine Acts, TEDX SPRINTS, and #TEDCountdown. All works are published under an open license so that activists, nonprofits, and educators worldwide can use them for free. #ArtistsforClimate #SustainableSolutions

Indigenous communities make up only 5% of the global population, but defend 80% of Earth’s biodiversity. From hidden forests to vital rivers, these unsung heroes are waging an invisible war, often risking their lives, to protect our planet’s most precious places: https://bit.ly/3X0dEpv #EnvironmentalDefenders #TEDTalks #climatesolutions

Did you know our food systems account for 22% of global emissions? Sustainability scientist Jonathan Foley reveals how deforestation, livestock, and industrial practices contribute to this, and shares actionable steps to cut emissions, improve farming, and protect our ecosystems. #SustainableFood #TEDTalks #TEDCountdown Project Drawdown

Empowering women and girls is more than a matter of equity—it's one of the most impactful strategies we have to combat climate change. 🌍 Rumaitha Al Busaidi, entrepreneur, scientist and TED Fellow, explains that when women and girls have access to education, employment, and family planning—they not only improve their own lives but also play a critical role in reducing carbon emissions: https://bit.ly/3Z88bPQ #TEDTalks #TEDCountdown #ClimateSolutions #Equality