Giving a voice to water at TEDx Countdown

In a time when the climate conversation is more urgent than ever, LeafTurtle brings the voice of water to the stage. In November 2025, our Co-Founder Tatiana spoke at TEDx Countdown Switzerland, sharing how water holds the key to both climate mitigation and societal resilience.

What if water had a seat at company boardroom tables? And in urban and agricultural planning commissions? 

What if it had universally recognized legal rights to flow freely and unpolluted? 

What if collective and democratic water governance became the norm?

What if we stopped “managing” water like a commodity… and started listening to it as the living, breathing, life-supporting force it is… and has been, for millions of years?

Then our planet would become a more resilient, more peaceful, healthier and happier place. 

At LeafTurtle, we believe that water lies at the heart of climate and societal resilience. During her talk, Tatiana has shared insights from two decades of experience in the water sector, showing how valuing, protecting, and restoring water systems is essential to build a more sustainable and equitable future.

Her message is clear: water is not just a resource, but a vital connector between people, ecosystems, and economies. By giving water a voice, we can unlock more effective, inclusive, and regenerative climate solutions.

Click here to watch the full talk.