Not Just a Conference. A Catalyst.
Bilingual Event: English and French (talks' translation available)
What if the solutions to the climate crisis aren’t only technical — but relational, cultural, and systemic?
TEDxLausanne Countdown 2025 is more than talks. It’s where changemakers, creatives, scientists, entrepreneurs, and citizens gather to do something rare: connect deeply, rethink boldly, and act together.
This is Switzerland’s only TEDx Countdown Anchor Event, handpicked by TED among 18 events globally to shape the future of climate storytelling, prototype solutions, and contribute to TED Countdown's impact.
Inspiring Talks and Workshops
This year’s theme, Rethinking the System, brings together visionary thinkers and action-takers across energy, fashion, governance, water, and storytelling.
From decoding how to redesign prosperity, to sparking courage through intergenerational climate justice, each speaker offers not just insight — but a map forward.
In the afternoon, you’ll find hands-on spaces designed to unlock new perspectives — from debates and think tanks to collaborative labs or serious games like Daybreak and The SDG Game. You’ll meet startups, regenerative projects, and climate innovators already building the future — and leave with tools, allies, and ideas you can act on.
TEDxLausanne Countdown 2025
Rethinking the System for Climate Action
Date
Saturday, November 8, 2025
15h00 Workshops
Hands-on labs to rethink climate actions
17h30 Evening Event
TEDx Talk and Networking Cocktail
Ticket Price
Evening Event:
89.– CHF
Evening Event + Workshops:
129.– CHF
Reduced price available for Student, AVS, AI, AC
Location
UNIL, Amphimax
Rte de la Sorge 9,
1015 Lausanne
“This is where Switzerland gets real about climate. Not just talk: strategy, actions, and community.”
(Damien Gauthier, TEDxLausanne)
The Experience
Designed to challenge assumptions, provoke new thinking, and fuel meaningful action.
Afternoon: Workshops & Discovery
- Hands-on labs for rethinking business, climate storytelling, and immersive eco-ideation
- Debates and think-tanks to spark meaningful conversations and actionable change
Evening: TEDx Talks That Shift Perspectives
- 6–7 powerful talks + intermission performance
- Ideas challenging the status quo, stories grounded in impact, and ideas you can act on.
Night: Cocktail & Connection
- Intimate networking with fellow changemakers, speakers, and partners
- Meet startups, artists, and change initiatives from across Switzerland
- Creative spaces to spark collaborations, share ideas, and build momentum
Meet Your Tribe. Find Your Allies.
You’re not alone. There’s a growing community hungry for clarity, purpose, and connection — and ready to act.
TEDxLausanne Countdown is your home for honest dialogue, unexpected solutions, and renewed hope.Come with your doubts. Leave with new questions, bold ideas, and people to walk the path with.
Why Now?
Because the system won’t rethink itself.
Because we need more than clicktivism or despair.
Because hope — real, informed, contagious hope — begins when we come together.
TEDx Countdown Anchor Event
TEDxLausanne is proud to be among only 18 global Anchor Events selected by TED for Countdown 2025 — a recognition of our vision, community, and commitment to systemic change.
This isn’t just Lausanne’s event. It’s Switzerland’s stage in a global movement.
Ready to Rethink the System?
This isn’t just a conference.
It’s a catalyst.
It’s where change begins.
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Rethinking the System: A Climate of Possibility
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Location: UNIL Amphimax, Lausanne
Bilingual event in English & French
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A Hub of Innovation and Inspiration
This is where change begins. Here, innovation meets inspiration, and passion converges with purpose, creating a fertile ground for the seeds of transformation.
In this vibrant and dynamic environment, individuals from all walks of life converge to drive positive impacts. Our TEDxLausanne stage will welcome talks on artificial intelligence, art, economy of the environment, personal growth, gender equality, to name a few.
In this lively and dynamic environment, participants, partners and speakers will exchange ideas over a cocktail reception and networking activities.
This event is not just a gathering; it's a catalyst for change, cultivating a brighter future for our world today and laying the foundation for the one we aspire to build tomorrow.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be at the forefront of change. Secure your spot and join us for a day that promises to inspire, challenge, and spark the flame of transformation.
About TEDxLausanne
Since 2010, the TEDxLausanne community seeks to extend the TED experience at a regional level.
TEDxLausanne has hosted 17 events, given the opportunity to more than 100 amazing people to share their ideas through outstanding talks, thanks to the work of more than 200 volunteers and leading to hundreds of thousand views of our videos across the world.
About TEDx
In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TED has created a program called TEDx. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
Our event is called TEDxLausanne, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxLausanne event, TED Talks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.
The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.
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At TEDx Lausanne, we hold a steadfast belief: true change begins by focusing on our immediate sphere of influence. We understand that effective systemic change is not solely an individual responsibility but a collective endeavor.
Together, let's explore the power of collective action and ignite the sparks of transformation.
This independent TEDx event is operated under license from TED
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