The TED Countdown Summit
The TED Countdown Summit 2023 was an invite-only gathering in Detroit, Michigan that brought together a group of global innovators, business executives, scientists, policymakers, next generation leaders, artists, activists and more with the shared mission of creating a better future.
The TED Countdown Summit 2023
July 11–14, 2023
Detroit, Michigan
A net-zero future is possible. That’s why we hosted this invite-only gathering for politicians, business leaders, policy makers, scientists, Indigenous leaders, artists, philanthropists, youth activists and others to organize and work together to make that future a reality.
When the Paris Agreement was signed in 2015, the world was on track for a catastrophic 4-5°C of warming. Thanks to spectacular progress made since then, the expected warming has been cut in half.
But we remain in crisis, and have huge work to do to protect our planet and its people. So how do we come together and design a better future? The TED Countdown Summit explored this crucial question by highlighting the state of climate progress, visualizing a better future, and exploring the solutions, tools and partnerships that will help us move forward.
Standard membership
Price: US $4,000
Requirements: Registration is by-invitation.
Benefits:
- Attending the Countdown Summit: The four-day program includes seven sessions of TED’s famous talks, deep dive break outs, interactive experiences around Detroit, group dinners and parties, and more!
- Online social networking: Join the year-round TED Conference private social network. Interact with other Countdown Summit members and new friends.
- TED Live on-demand access: Revisit your favorite talks and sessions from the conference with the TED Live on-demand video archive.
Tax deductibility:
For US taxpayers, any amount over $3,000 paid for the Countdown Summit membership fee may be eligible for tax deduction as a charitable donation. Please consult your tax professional. We issue tax receipts at the end of each calendar year.
See our registration policies page for terms and details, including including COVID-19 policies.
Supporter membership
We offer this special membership for those who wish to further support the Countdown mission and goals with a larger contribution.
Price: US $25,000
Requirements: Registration is by-invitation.
Benefits:
- Attending the Countdown Summit: The four-day program includes seven sessions of TED’s famous talks, deep dive break outs, interactive experiences around Detroit, group dinners and parties, and more!
- Online social networking: Join the year-round TED Conference private social network. Interact with other Countdown Summit members and new friends.
- TED Live on-demand access: Revisit your favorite talks and sessions from the conference with the TED Live on-demand video archive.
- Concierge services: Dedicated to providing assistance with all conference-related inquiries throughout the year.
Tax deductibility:
For US taxpayers, any amount over $3,000 paid for the Countdown Summit membership fee may be eligible for tax deduction as a charitable donation. Please consult your tax professional. We issue tax receipts at the end of each calendar year.
See our registration policies page for terms and details, including including COVID-19 policies.
