We’re going to have to grapple with the consequences of global warming, but there’s reason for hope. Millions around the world are working to put an end to the age of fossil fuels. People are starting new, innovative businesses, calling on their public officials to make wise decisions, and reducing their own climate footprints.

The great sustainably shift has begun – and everyone can take part. How? Find out in my TEDx Talk, Forget the apocalypse. Reasons for hope on a warming planet.

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My TEDx Talk, "Forget the apocalypse. Reasons for hope on a warming planet."

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