Joshua Dupre Tickell

Josh Tickell brings an evocative blend of storytelling, science, and sustainability. As a documentary filmmaker and bestselling author, he has: - Triumphed at top festivals (Sundance, Cannes) and earned critical acclaim - Led educational outreach across 150+ universities - Directed global consulting efforts in energy policy and corporate sustainability - Inspired audiences globally through media appearances and motivational keynotes He combines environmental urgency with hopeful vision, weaving compelling cinematic narratives with actionable insights. A true catalyst—through cinema, science, and soil—he challenges audiences to rewrite the climate story. - 2008 Sundance Audience Award for FUEL; also Oscar-shortlisted, White House screened - The Big Fix—official selection at the Cannes Film Festival - PUMP and Good Fortune—winner of Best of Festival at Sedona Film Festival - Amazon bestseller for Kiss the Ground, with companion docexecutive-produced by Leonardo DiCaprio - TEDx speaker, focusing on regenerative agriculture and climate adaptation (“Let us, the human race, learn to adapt”) - Featured guest on Jay Leno, Good Morning America, and cited by NYT, Reuters, New York Times, Forbes, and others - Consulted for US Dept. of Energy, as well as global corporations: Morgan Stanley, GM, Audi, Yum Brands, etc. Speaking Topics - Reversing climate change through regenerative agriculture (biosequestration, soil restoration) - Empowering Millennials and Gen Z through sustainability and disruptive innovation - Sustainable business models and regenerative entrepreneurship - Storytelling in environmental advocacy and filmmaking