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Bio Conversion: From Waste to Energy | Dana Kang | TEDxHQIS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2026-03-09 15:24
Hello everyone. My name is Dian Kang and I'm from grade 11. Today I want to talk about um to banana from banana to bio energy the hidden power of waste.So, have you ever stopped to think about how powerful your body really is. Think about a banana. You eat it.Your body breaks it down and within minutes you're walking, talking, and even thinking. That's energy. That's bio conversion.And your body is the most efficient bio energy system that you've ever seen in the world. It's not just biology, it's technolog ...
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Bloomberg· 2026-03-04 02:24
The Malaysian border control agency seized 40 shipping containers of illegally imported waste in the country’s largest port on Tuesday, according to a report in the New Straits Times https://t.co/903vYDQOiR ...
Turning Challenge into Prosperity | Oge Esther Onwuka | TEDxPortHarcourt
TEDx Talks· 2026-02-02 17:53
[music] [applause] [music] Personally, [music] I feel that our beloved country Nigeria is the wealthiest country in the world and also we the young people of this generation have the potential to actually become the wealthiest people on earth. Now don't come for me but let me explain something. Look around you.This is a wonderful event. And what is the most common factor at the end of this event is the waste. And what if I told you today that waste can serve as an economic resource for our beloved country N ...
374Water Appoints Bradley Freels to Board of Directors
Globenewswire· 2026-01-05 13:31
Core Viewpoint - 374Water Inc. has appointed Bradley R. Freels to its Board of Directors, which is expected to enhance the company's long-term growth strategy through his extensive experience in real estate investment and development [1][4]. Group 1: Appointment of Bradley R. Freels - Bradley R. Freels is a veteran real estate investor and developer, currently serving as Chairman and CEO of Midway, a prominent real estate firm in Houston, Texas [2]. - Under Freels' leadership, Midway has developed and/or acquired over 55 million square feet of various property types across the United States and Northern Mexico, along with more than 5,000 acres of business and residential communities [2]. - Freels has a strong background in startup financing and has been involved with several enterprises, including 374Water, showcasing his diverse investment experience [3]. Group 2: Strategic Importance of the Appointment - Freels' experience in business development and capital allocation is expected to provide valuable insights to 374Water as it advances its growth strategy and commercializes its AirSCWO technology [4]. - The company aims to leverage Freels' expertise to enhance its impact on the real estate industry, particularly in making homes more affordable through improved municipal infrastructure [4]. - Freels expressed his commitment to supporting the management team in executing the growth strategy to build long-term value for shareholders [4]. Group 3: About 374Water - 374Water Inc. is a global leader in industrial technology and services, focusing on innovative solutions for wastewater treatment and waste management in industrial, municipal, and federal markets [5]. - The company's AirSCWO technology is designed to efficiently destroy and mineralize a wide range of organic wastes, producing safe dischargeable water, mineral effluent, vent gas, and recoverable heat energy [5]. - 374Water aims to assist customers in meeting discharge requirements, reducing disposal costs, and minimizing litigation risks, thereby contributing to a greener future [5].
What We Throw Away Will Decide Our Future | Ambreen Bilal Sheikhani | TEDxRoshni Chowk
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-19 16:36
In this TEDx talk, Ambreen explores how some of the most powerful businesses are born from society’s hardest problems. She reflects on how the COVID-19 lockdown exposed a critical contradiction: while cities shut down, waste continued to accumulate, revealing deep gaps in waste management, environmental responsibility, and opportunity. The talk challenges the stigma around waste collection, highlighting the systemic barriers, informal networks, and resistance faced by anyone attempting to formalize the sect ...
The unseen labour holding the circular economy together | Sifiso Gumbi | TEDxJohannesburg
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-12 16:56
[Music] We've all heard about it before, haven't we. Um, climate change. You know, I first heard of the subject when I was still in primary school.And many years later after completing my metric, you know, I still ask myself where are the results. Where are the tangible results we can actually see and feel in our communities. Because you know, while the world debates, while our leaders sign papers and make statements, there's been a group of people that have been silently and consistently doing all the work ...
How organic waste could power the circular economy | Gamuchirai Mutezo | TEDxJohannesburg
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 17:27
Awesome. [music] It is really a superc califragilistic espialadidocious time to be standing in front of you today. So, good morning everyone.Are we good. Are we enjoying the conversations. Good.Cuz I've got exams for you. I'm not wasting this particular story. Get your pens and paper ready because we are going to do a bit of mindset shifting.Before we do that, I want to set the scene for you. Picture this. You are walking in the wonderful streets of Lasiddi, Lagos, Nigeria, or it's an afternoon drive in Kin ...
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Elon Musk· 2025-12-09 18:08
RT vittorio (@IterIntellectus)plastic recycling is one of the most successful corporate frauds in history and everyone fell for itin the 1980s the plastic industry faced regulation that would've killed their businesstheir solution was to spend $50 million convincing you that recycling would fix everything, while their own internal documents proved they knew only <10% of plastic was recyclablethey lied deliberately. with documentation.the results of their fraud:- 9% of plastic ever produced has been recycled ...
拝啓「ごみ」様 | Misuzu Asari | TEDxKyotoUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-04 17:41
Environmental Awareness and Waste Management - The speaker founded a "Garbage Club" (兄弟ゴミ部) aiming to create a society where people wouldn't have to pick up trash [1] - The speaker was criticized for using katakana (ゴミ) instead of hiragana (ごみ) to write "garbage," as it was seen as a form of discrimination [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of discussing environmental issues with friends and family, noting that in Japan, a significant portion of people (indicated by the "yellow part" of a survey result) do not discuss these issues even once a month [2] - The speaker advocates for carrying reusable items like water bottles, bags, and chopsticks as a simple eco-friendly action and conversation starter [2] - The speaker points out the hypocrisy of carrying reusable items but still accepting disposable items, highlighting the convenience-driven habits of society [3] Waste Composition and Societal Changes - The speaker mentions a study that began in 1980, categorizing household waste in Kyoto into approximately 400 types, and has continued for 45 years [2] - Disposable diapers became popular in Japan after the introduction of American-made diapers in 1975 and Japanese tape-style diapers in 1981, leading to mass production, consumption, and disposal [1][2] - While the use of children's disposable diapers is decreasing due to the declining birth rate, the use of adult and pet diapers/sheets is increasing [2] - The speaker acknowledges the essential use of disposable diapers for caregiving, despite advocating for waste reduction [2] Personal Reflection and Values - The speaker's encounter with garbage has changed their perspective, allowing them to see society from a different angle and appreciate those who are marginalized or in need [3]