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Your impact story starts NOW 🌍 Listen, get inspired by visionary changemakers and be part of the change. This podcast brings to you the best of ChangeNOW, the largest event of solutions for the planet. Hear the most impactful talks by the world's heroes of change. For more information: https://www.changenow.world/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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July 27, 202612 min

Ilwad Elman: War, Climate, and Power: Decolonizing Crisis

War, Climate, and Power: Decolonizing Crisis - Keynote Crises are not only events, they are systems shaped by power: who controls resources, who defines security, who owns critical technologies, and who dominates information. This session unpacks the nexus of war, climate, and power through a decolonial lens, examining how colonial legacies continue to shape vulnerability and conflict dynamics. Moving from diagnosis to action, we will focus on simple, practical ways to put power back in people’s hands and protect communities and ecosystems About the speaker: Ilwad Elman , Chief Operating Officer, Elman Peace and Human Rights Centre 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 27, 202616 min

Timothée Parrique: There Are Alternatives To Capitalism

There Are Alternatives To Capitalism - Keynote The global economy undervalues the work that sustains life, care, community, and the protection of ecosystems, while rewarding extraction and short-term profit. This session starts from a proven reality: capitalism is not the only way to organise an economy. Alternatives already exist, are being implemented today, and they work. Drawing on degrowth, ecofeminism, and decolonial struggles, we will share concrete examples of commons governance, cooperative and democratic ownership, and solidarity-based institutions, then discuss what makes them viable and how to grow their impact beyond isolated cases. About the speaker(s): Timothée Parrique, Researcher in Ecological Economics, University of Lausanne 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 27, 202626 min

Nemonte Nenquimo: 2026: Can We Finally Phase Out Fossil Fuels? | Fireside chat

2026: Can We Finally Phase Out Fossil Fuels? - Fireside chat The first-ever international conference dedicated to fossil fuel phase-out will take place in Colombia in April 2026 - a crucial opportunity to finally address head-on the production of coal, oil, and gas, responsible for 80% of global emissions. Building momentum ahead of this milestone, this session will bring together some of the world’s leading voices from across sectors to chart the legal, economic, and social pathways for leaving fossil fuels behind for good. About the speaker: Nemonte Nenquimo , Co-Founder, Ceibo Alliance/ Amazon Frontlines Moderated by: Maeve Campbell - Channel 4 News and Forbes 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 27, 202617 min

Martin Powell: Adaptation & The Cost of Inaction - Fireside chat

Climate risks are accelerating, and the consequences of inaction are becoming increasingly visible across societies. This session explores the wide-ranging costs of failing to adapt to climate change, making the case for a resilient future in which people, planet, and economies can thrive. About the speaker: Martin Powell, Group Sustainability Director, AXA Moderated by: James Bidwell - Reset 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 27, 202620 min

Lisa Neubaeuer: Creating People-Powered & People-Centered Cities | Fireside chat

Creating People-Powered & People-Centered Cities - Fireside chatUrban transformation is not just an environmental necessity - it is a vital opportunity to reinvigorate democracy, restore equity, and enhance community wellbeing. This session will highlight concrete examples and actionable pathways toward people-powered, people-centered cities, paving the way for happy, healthy, and prosperous urban futures for everyone. About the speaker: Luisa Neubauer, Climate Activist and Author Moderated by: Matthias Scheffelmeier - Changemakerxchange 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 24, 202619 min

Laurence Tubiana: Break the Debt Trap: Financing a Just Transition

Break the Debt Trap: Financing a Just Transition - Keynote The sovereign debt crisis in the Global South is not a series of isolated emergencies. It is a systemic failure that forces many countries to spend more on servicing debt than on social priorities such as health, education, gender equality, and climate resilience. This conference moves beyond crisis commentary to focus on why the debt system keeps countries trapped and what can change it, from the role of private creditors to the impact of illicit financial flows. The goal is practical solutions that free up money where it is needed most: debt reform, fairer risk pricing, and more climate finance delivered as grants to support a just transition. About the speaker: Laurence Tubiana, Climate Change Ambassador for the COP21, President and CEO, European Climate Foundation 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION:Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 24, 202626 min

Sasha Luccioni, Tim Christophersen & Théo Alves Da Costa: Who Does AI Serve? | Panel

Who Does AI Serve? - Panel Artificial intelligence is accelerating rapidly, but the central question remains: who does AI serve, and who is left carrying the costs? This session connects three realities that are too often discussed separately: the environmental footprint of AI, the governance choices that determine accountability, and the power dynamics embedded in data, language, and institutions. We will move from diagnosis to concrete levers: how to measure and reduce impacts, how public and private procurement can set standards, what transparency and enforcement can realistically achieve, and how open, community-governed approaches can rebalance control over data and systems. The goal is clear: shape AI so it serves people and the planet, rather than reinforcing existing inequalities. About the speaker(s): Sasha Luccioni, AI & Climate Lead, Hugging Face Tim Christophersen, Vice President, Climate Action, Salesforce Théo Alves Da Costa, Partner AI & Sustainability, Data For Good Moderated by: James Martin - BetterTech 🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1 FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/ 🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 24, 202619 min

Paul Polman: Business Within Planetary Boundaries | Fireside chat

Business Within Planetary Boundaries - Fireside chatOver 60% of global greenhouse gas emissions come from business activities. The message is clear: if companies don’t evolve, they won’t survive. As our current system moves beyond what Earth’s resources can sustain, business as usual is no longer an option. This conference brings together forward-thinking leaders determined to redefine success — creating new kinds of business models that function within the planet’s limits while driving positive change for people and society. Through bold ideas, regenerative strategies, and scalable innovation, we’ll explore how business can lead the ecological transition.About the speaker: Paul Polman , Business Leader, Investor, Philanthropist, Net PositiveModerated by: Bodine van Styrum - SustainabilitySpot🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 24, 202633 min

Christiana Figueres & Sister True Dedication: Women for Change: Reclaiming Our Future

Women for Change: Reclaiming Our Future - PanelAs the world seeks pathways toward a just and lasting transition, women leaders are redefining resilience by placing care, interdependence and balance at the heart of climate action.This conversation brings together Indigenous leaders, innovators, and advocates of transformative approaches to explore how ancestral wisdom, gender equity, and regenerative systems can reshape our collective response to the planetary crisis. From protecting land and water to reimagining governance, restoring peace and trust within communities, the discussion highlights how women are not only safeguarding the living world, but also leading bold efforts to reclaim the future.About the speaker(s):Christiana Figueres, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, UNFCCC Sister True Dedication, Buddhist Monastic and Dharma Teacher, Plum VillageModerated by: Gaia van der Esch - Leading Our Way, Anthony Babkine - Diversidays, Komeet🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1FOLLOW US: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

July 24, 202614 min

Marc-André Selosse : [FR] S'émerveiller du vivant | Fireside chat

[FR] S'émerveiller du vivant - Fireside chatCette session invite à (re)découvrir le vivant, pour apprendre à mieux l’observer, le comprendre et reconnaître sa valeur. En prenant le temps de la découverte, elle invite à tisser un lien plus conscient avec le monde naturel, condition essentielle pour prendre soin des écosystèmes aussi fascinants qu'essentiels.About the speaker : Marc-André Selosse , Professor & Biologist, National Museum of Natural History (MNHN)Moderated by: Danielle McCaffrey - Science & Vie🔗 LEARN MORE & TAKE ACTION: Website: https://www.changenow.world Subscribe for more inspiring talks: https://www.youtube.com/@changenow_world?sub_confirmation=1FOLLOW US:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/changenow-world/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changenow_world Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/changenowsummit/🌍 ABOUT CHANGENOW: This conference was filmed during ChangeNOW 2026, the largest event of solutions for the planet, held at the Grand Palais in Paris from March 30 to April 1. The summit brought together over 40,000 of the world’s leading policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, NGOs, and citizens to address pressing issues around climate, resources, biodiversity, and inclusion.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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