Ignite the spark within each of us to take collective, meaningful environmental action, with the goal of building a macro-community that addresses both the immediate and future needs of our planet. Shrija Sira, a Grade 12 student, is deeply dedicated to environmental sustainability. She has participated in a leadership program organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and served as a panelist at the World Oceans Day conference, advocating for marine resource conservation. Shrija is also a gifted storyteller and a passionate creative artist. She has collaborated with NGOs to design eco-friendly products and develop innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by fast fashion. Guided by her commitment to the environment, Shrija aspires to major in environmental science and contribute to building a safer, more sustainable planet. 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