TED Countdown

When we talk about greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide gets the most attention — but methane, which often escapes unseen from pipes and wells, has a far greater immediate impact on global warming. Environmentalist Fred Krupp has an idea to fix the problem: Launch a satellite that tracks global methane emissions and openly share the data it collects with the public. What do you think about this approach? 👇

What if we could save the world from climate catastrophe using only 2% of global GDP? It's entirely possible *and* cheaper than it sounds: https://bit.ly/4ePjFgV

#ICYMI: The newest episode of #TEDRadioHour with NPR's Manoush Zomorodi is all about the future food — and offers a sneak peek into our Dilemma Series. Listen wherever you get your podcasts!

"This is not a climate emergency. It is a planetary emergency," says climate impact scholar Johan Rockström In his 2020 TED Talk, he urged us to drastically reduce carbon emissions by 2030 to prevent irreversible tipping points that would make the planet uninhabitable for millions of us. Next week, at the Bloomberg Green Festival, Rockström will give an updated #TEDTalk to this urgent call-to-action — and you're invited to attend in-person or virtually! Plus, hear important climate ideas from Akshat Rathi, Deb Chachra, Gaya Herrington, Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir, Nathaniel Stinnett, Aline Sousa and Courtney Marie Andrews. Hurry, we only have a limited number of free tickets available! Secure your complimentary guest pass (first come, first served) to #BloombergGreenFestival today with this special #TEDCountdown link: https://bit.ly/4eLK7Ih

Need free art for your work on climate change? We got you! Starting today (and every Friday), we're sharing incredible works of climate-focused art for you to enjoy. Each piece, created by talented artists from around the world, is free to download and use under a Creative Commons license. Update your LinkedIn profile with inspiring cover art, or download your favorites to use in your work or your community. This initiative is part of the latest edition of #ArtistsforClimate by #TEDCountdown and Fine Acts, featuring powerful illustrations from over 100 artists created across 13 TEDX events. Download your favorite art works at ArtistsForClimate.org. Join us in spreading climate action through the power of art! 🌍🎨 #TEDCountdown #ArtistsForClimate #ClimateAction #ArtForChange

If we want to ensure a safe and sustainable world for future generations, we need everybody to have access to information on the science of our changing Earth —  in a language they can understand. Sophia Kianni shares what's being done to close the gap:

Before you hit that 'buy' button on your favorite shopping site, consider this: Most online returns end up in landfills. In her eye-opening TED Talk, Aparna Mehta reveals that if we each returned just 5 fewer items a year, we could prevent 245 million pounds of clothing from the dump. #SustainableShopping #WasteReduction #TEDTalks

Change can be hard — especially when it comes to what you eat. If you need inspiration, outdoor educator and wild food forager, Alexis Nikole Nelson has some advice:

What if we could cool the places we live and work by beaming excess heat into outer space? It’s not as far out as it sounds: https://bit.ly/3W17Ts9

Food is so much more than what you eat — it's a powerful tool for change. In this edition of Spark, explore 3 big ideas that can help you make choices that are not only good for you but the planet too. Plus: Learn about how our TED Countdown initiative has inspired us to find innovative solutions to address sustainability and food waste in our own events around the world.