Climate action is 90% mindset and starts with a conversation | Douglas Farr | TEDxChicago Salon

Doug Farr is fascinated with humanity’s struggle to talk about the Climate Emergency-our unsettled emotions, how we think the world works, and the negotiation we all go through before committing to take climate action. In this funny and provocative talk Doug shares how his own personal climate action journey led him to redo his house, stay home more, and co-found the Climate Action Museum. Douglas Farr FAIA serves as the President of Farr Associates, a pioneering architecture and urban design firm based in Chicago, recognized by the New York Times for its leadership in ecologically sensitive architecture. Listed among Planetizen's 100 Most Influential Urbanists, Farr is a prominent architect, urbanist, and author, delivering keynote speeches across 37 states to inspire and shape sustainable urban practices. His contributions include founding Carbon Free Chicago, co-curating the ENERGY REVOLUTION exhibit, and establishing Chicago’s Climate Action Museum. Doug Farr's work in high-performance buildings and walkable urbanism solidifies his position as a driving force in the future of sustainable design and urban innovation. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@MarkShapiro-m8r]

We want to stop polluting for our children, yes, and also to make our lives better today. Our electric induction stove is cleaner, faster, safer, better -- we love it! A well insulated house that's ready for a heat pump is more comfortable, and quieter, cleaner and safer. Decarbonizing is fun and keeps getting better. Thanks, Doug!

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🚨 Climate change is a major threat with limited time to act. 🌍 Government action is not enough - individuals' consumption/lifestyle choices have a big impact. 🏠 Making your home/lifestyle more climate-friendly (e.g. electrification, less travel) can make a difference. 💭 Overcoming emotional barriers (anger, fear) and having more conversations about climate action are key. 🎨 Creative solutions like the Climate Action Museum can shift mindsets to be more engaged and optimistic.

[@BillyTheKidCENTURION]

Climate change is not a major threat..... no increase in hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, heatwaves, floods, droughts, deaths from climate disasters, climate refugees.... and the list goes on. The "Climate Crisis" scam destroys economies, families, lives. They have lied to us, don't drink the Cool-Aid .

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Great video, The first $100,000 invested was amazing. But when you hit $300,000 it’s like smashing the glass ceiling! I cried.

[@mikebrown2052]

Complete nonsense.