When it comes to tackling climate change, the size of a country doesn't matter -- it's their ambition that counts, says First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon. In a rousing talk, she shares examples of small nations -- from Bhutan and Fiji to her own Scotland -- whose leadership and climate action are galvanizing change on the international stage. (Followed by a brief Q&A with TED's global curator Bruno Giussani about the Cambo oil field project)

Nicola Sturgeon: How small countries can make a big impact on climate change

How small countries can make a big impact on climate change

Scotland, leading by example, shows that ambition in climate action overshadows size, from historical engineering to Net-Zero Age.

Bhutan's carbon neutrality pledge sparks global momentum, proving small nations' pivotal role in climate leadership and ambition.

Facing the hard questions on fossil fuel transition, Scotland exemplifies the delicate balance of sustainability and economic needs.