TED Courses

The US Is Back in the Paris Agreement - What’s Next?

John Kerry and Al Gore discuss US reentry into Paris Agreement, global climate action strategies, and the crucial role of COP26 in achieving net-zero emissions, emphasizing international cooperation and environmental justice.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Decarbonize the Grid and Electrify Everything

Explore strategies for global decarbonization and electrification with sustainability leaders. Learn about promising energy solutions and the urgency of climate action to build a zero-carbon future.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Can Light Stop the Coronavirus

Explore far-UVC light's potential to safely kill viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, in public spaces. Learn about this promising tool's applications, effectiveness, and challenges in pandemic control.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

COVID-19 Unraveled the Workforce - Here's How to Fix It

Anthropologist Mary L. Gray explores the rise of on-demand online labor, its impact on full-time employment, and proposes solutions to support workers in the evolving gig economy landscape.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

New Ways to Understand Life in a Pandemic

Explore diverse metaphors for understanding COVID-19 and its impact on society. Gain insights into reimagining our future through innovative language and perspectives.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Connect While Apart

Zoom CEO Eric Yuan discusses the company's rapid growth, future innovations like virtual handshakes and real-time translations, and how video technology is reshaping work, education, and human connection in a post-pandemic world.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How City Mayors Are Taking Action on Climate Change

Eric Garcetti discusses how city mayors are driving climate action, promoting social justice, and rebuilding sustainably post-COVID-19, highlighting initiatives in Los Angeles and other global cities.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Blueprint for Reparations in the US

Economist William Darity explores the wealth gap between Black and white Americans, proposing reparations for descendants of enslaved people as a path towards true equality and societal redemption.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Transformative Role of Art During the Pandemic

Exploring art's transformative power during crises, focusing on COVID-19's impact. Discusses how museums and cultural institutions can lead recovery efforts, fostering healing and societal rebuilding through artistic expression.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How to Disrupt Philanthropy in Response to Crisis

Darren Walker discusses reimagining philanthropy and capitalism post-pandemic, emphasizing accountability, addressing inequality, and promoting art's role in uplifting society.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The COVID-19 Crisis Is a Chance to Do Capitalism Differently

Economist Mariana Mazzucato discusses rethinking capitalism post-pandemic, emphasizing proactive government roles in shaping markets, fostering innovation, and addressing global crises through dynamic public-private partnerships.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

3 Ways We Can Redesign Cities for Equity and Inclusion

Explore innovative strategies for transforming cities into equitable, sustainable hubs of culture and community, addressing housing, healthcare, and transportation challenges in a post-pandemic world.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The New Urgency of Climate Change

Al Gore discusses climate change solutions, renewable energy's potential, and the global effort needed for a clean future, highlighting the pandemic's impact and the role of young activists in driving change.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How Digital Innovation Can Fight Pandemics and Strengthen Democracy

Audrey Tang discusses Taiwan's innovative digital strategies to combat COVID-19, enhance democracy, and fight disinformation, showcasing the power of technology in crisis management and civic engagement.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

What COVID-19 Means for the Future of Commerce, Capitalism and Cash

PayPal CEO discusses upgrading capitalism post-COVID-19, emphasizing fair wages, financial inclusion, and ethical business practices to create a more equitable economy and rebuild trust.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk