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Corals in the Caribbean have been dying off at an alarming rate. Yet Kristen Marhaver gives us a few reasons why she is not ready to give up hope for their future.

Marine biologist David Vaughan shares a breakthrough technique for growing coral 40 times faster than nature, offering hope for restoring reefs damaged by climate change and human activity.

Legendary ocean researcher Sylvia Earle shares astonishing images of the ocean -- and shocking stats about its dire fate -- as she makes her TED Prize wish: that we will join her in protecting the vital blue heart of the planet.

Inside MIT Media Lab's innovative computer-controlled hydroponic systems that could revolutionize urban farming and sustainable agriculture to address climate challenges.

Sara Menker discusses using data analytics and AI to predict and prevent food shortages for global food security.

What will a future with intuitive AI look like? Futurist Maurice Conti offers a look at technology that augments human creativity and intelligence, from generative design to augmented reality.

Ron Finley plants vegetable gardens in South Central LA — in abandoned lots, traffic medians, along the curbs — to offer a healthy, accessible, and affordable alternative to fast food.

Majora Carter redefined the field of environmental equality, starting in the South Bronx by pulling her community out of decline with green initiatives and rethinking sustainable urban development.

What should a community do with its unused land? Plant food, of course. With energy and humor, Pam Warhurst tells the story of how she and a growing team of volunteers came together to turn plots of unused land into communal vegetable gardens, and to change the narrative of food in their community.