Julia Watson

What if our most advanced technologies are thousands of years old? In this inspiring talk, Julia Watson reveals how Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) — Indigenous systems of land, water, and community management — can guide the next evolution of technology and design. From Amazonian agroforestry to Balinese water temples, she shows how these ancient technologies model regeneration, resilience, and reciprocity. Julia introduces the concept of TEKnology: the fusion of TEK and innovation. Audiences will discover how merging ancestral intelligence with modern science can unlock scalable solutions for climate adaptation, urban resilience, and sustainable futures.