About TEDxEncinitasBlvd
TEDxEncinitasBlvd is an independently organized TEDx event focused on climate action, sustainability, and environmental innovation. Our mission is to inspire and empower individuals to take meaningful action toward a sustainable future.
We provide a platform for visionary speakers to share groundbreaking ideas, fostering a community of changemakers dedicated to addressing the most pressing environmental challenges.
Join us on June 28th at the Encinitas City Library for an unforgettable experience filled with inspiring talks, networking opportunities, and actionable insights.
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We are grateful for the support of our sponsors who share our vision for a sustainable future. Their commitment to climate action and innovation makes this event possible.
Contact Us
Email: rohan.phadnis@wayzero.org
Meet the Speakers
Our lineup features changemakers in sustainability, science, and environmental policy.
Aaron Bruckbauer
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Aaron Bruckbauer is a materials scientist and entrepreneur working to develop sustainable, high-performance materials from renewable resources like microalgae and corn. His research at UC San Diego bridges science...
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Daryn Tarasewicz
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Daryn Tarasewicz is a youth climate activist and highschool student. Since joining the activism group Youth v. Oil, she has been speaking with government officials, planning events, and leading and mobilizing youth...
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Catherine Blakespear
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Catherine Blakespear was elected in 2022 as the state senator for the 38th District, which represents northern San Diego County and southern Orange County. She previously served eight years ...
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Dimitri Deheyn
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Dimitri Deheyn is a marine biologist and ecotoxicologist at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. His cross-disciplinary research focuses on plastics, especially microplastics, which pose serious threats due to...
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Carrie Shuster
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Carrie Shuster is an environmental scientist and veteran revealing the hidden pollution of war and advocating for sustainable, accountable military practices....
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Taarika Sethee
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Taarika Sethee is the Youth4Climate Intern at SanDiego350 and a sophomore at Canyon Crest Academy. She is deeply engaged in climate advocacy, driven by a lifelong connection to nature and a commitment to empowering...
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Katja Reich
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Katja Reich is a young farmer practicing regenerative agriculture here in Southern California. She currently runs a full-time apprenticeship program helping to train aspiring farmers in market gardening ...
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Erlinde Cornelis
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Erlinde Cornelis (Ph.D. 2013 Ghent University, Belgium, BAEF grant) is an Associate Professor of Marketing and Senate Distinguished Professor at the Fowler College of Business. She also serves as the Chair of SDSU's Senate Sustainability Committee and as a co-prime investigator for SCEIN, a Cleantech SD incubator...
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