TEDx Talks | Reducing our digital carbon footprint one search at a time | Nikhita Penugonda | TEDxPine Lake Youth @TEDx | Uploaded 3 weeks ago | Updated 4 days ago
In this TEDx talk, Nikhita unveils the hidden environmental impact of our digital habits, urging us to confront the reality of our digital carbon footprint. Through a journey of personal discovery, she reveals how the simple act of using a search engine contributes to climate change, and introduces Ecosia, a groundbreaking green alternative that plants trees with every search. By embracing green technology like Ecosia, we can make a tangible difference in mitigating our environmental impact and fostering a more sustainable future for generations to come. A high school senior who is deeply passionate about astronomy, math, and physics! As a member of the Million Girls Moonshot Inaugural Flight Crew, she strives to inspire young girls to explore opportunities in STEM. In 2022, Nikhita was recognized by VP Kamala Harris and awarded a ceremonial star from Frito-Lay for her contributions to the female STEM community. She also serves as the director of GRASS (Girls Rock at STEM Seminars), a program that introduces middle schoolers to the expansive world of STEM This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
In this TEDx talk, Nikhita unveils the hidden environmental impact of our digital habits, urging us to confront the reality of our digital carbon footprint. Through a journey of personal discovery, she reveals how the simple act of using a search engine contributes to climate change, and introduces Ecosia, a groundbreaking green alternative that plants trees with every search. By embracing green technology like Ecosia, we can make a tangible difference in mitigating our environmental impact and fostering a more sustainable future for generations to come. A high school senior who is deeply passionate about astronomy, math, and physics! As a member of the Million Girls Moonshot Inaugural Flight Crew, she strives to inspire young girls to explore opportunities in STEM. In 2022, Nikhita was recognized by VP Kamala Harris and awarded a ceremonial star from Frito-Lay for her contributions to the female STEM community. She also serves as the director of GRASS (Girls Rock at STEM Seminars), a program that introduces middle schoolers to the expansive world of STEM This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
