The Invisible Networks Shaping Your Everyday Life

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Explore the vital role of basic infrastructure in shaping individual agency through this 13-minute TED talk by engineering professor Deb Chachra. Gain insights into how plumbing, electricity, and other systems interconnect to influence daily life. Discover key improvements for sustainable, long-term energy solutions accessible to all. Learn about TED's Countdown initiative, aimed at accelerating climate crisis solutions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Understand the importance of these invisible networks and their impact on building a better, more sustainable future.

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The Invisible Networks Shaping Your Everyday Life | Deb Chachra | TED

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