https://countdown.ted.com/global-launch/program
Countdown is a global initiative to champion and accelerate solutions to the climate crisis, turning ideas into action. The goal: To build a better future by cutting greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030 in the race to a zero-carbon world – a world that is safer, cleaner and fairer for everyone.
The ongoing health and economic crises are reminding us of an important fact: We’re all part of the same fragile system, dependent on nature and one another.
As we look to the future, we must build forward and emerge more sustainable and resilient than before.
We can change climate change – #JoinTheCountdown to a safer, cleaner, fairer future. Countdown invites collaboration from every organization, company, city and
ENERGY
How rapidly can we switch to 100% clean power?
TRANSPORT
How can we upgrade the way we move people and things?
MATERIALS
How can we re-imagine and re-make the stuff around us?
FOOD
How can we spark a worldwide shift to healthier food systems?
NATURE
How do we better protect and re-green the earth?
Countdown in 2020 and beyond
GLOBAL LAUNCH
10.10.2020
On October 10, 2020, we will host a virtual event to hear from leading thinkers and doers about what a healthy, abundant, zero-emission future can look like; stirring examples of real progress underway; and powerful reasons why this post-crisis moment is the time to act. This global gathering will serve as inspiration and a call to action to the world’s leaders — and to people everywhere — to step up and participate in building a better future. You can host your own event on 10.10.2020 or afterwards. Learn how
ACCELERATE PROGRESS
October 2020 – October 2021
Building on the ideas shared on 10.10.2020, we will work with partners to support a series of cross-sector projects — each designed to tackle a climate-related, challenge. The projects will bring together leaders from business, finance, government, local communities, science, the arts and philanthropy. Each project will set specific, bold goals and drive fresh commitments and action in the lead-up to the Countdown Summit and to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26) in 2021.
In addition, around the world, independent Countdown Circles will host citizen-led conversations that help drive action. These groups will explore the five fundamental questions in their regular convenings – virtual or in-person – that are supported by the Countdown team and our partners.
COUNTDOWN SUMMIT + LOCAL EVENTS
October 2021
We will share a blueprint for a beautiful net-zero future at a central Summit of 1,200 leaders in Edinburgh, Scotland, further amplified by hundreds of TEDx Countdown events around the world. The Summit and the TEDx events will combine talks, case studies and workshops — and celebrate new commitments made, efforts in progress, and the people who are driving them. Learn more
Roman Krznaric writes about the power of ideas to change society.
Sophie Howe safeguards the interests and well-being of the future generations of Wales.
A United Nations Young Champion of the Earth, Miao Wang prefers to be underwater or in the sky.
Alok Sharma has been a member of British parliament since 2010.
Appointed by the UK Prime Minister in January 2020, Nigel Topping is the UK's High-Level Climate Action Champion.
Lisa Jackson is an environmental and social impact leader who has dedicated her career to building a greener and more just economy.
Liz Ogbu is a global expert on engaging and transforming unjust urban environments.
Known for his unusual approach to everyday issues, Andri Snær Magnason is a storyteller and environmental activist.
Best known for her role in the Broadway revival of "The Color Purple," Cynthia Erivo is a Tony, Grammy and Emmy award-winning performer.
Gary Motley's career achievements as a pianist, composer, performer, arranger and educator garnered his induction into the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame in 2015.
Countdown program curation and
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