Youth Will Lead The Way To Combat Climate Change

As the effects of climate change begin to show in every place on earth, affecting every person on this planet in some form or other, urgent and transformative changes were never so important before.  Accelerating human activities, rising temperatures, rising greenhouse gas emissions, rising consumptions, everything is amplifying at a much faster rate than anticipated. Extreme weathers, temperatures, cyclones, tsunamis are disrupting our lives like never before and threatening our very existence.

The world finally under the leadership of UN has made progress in defining a path towards ‘Net Zero’ and environment friendly and climate resilient development. And there is hope as a lot of youngsters across are keen to lead this transformation. Today’s world is witnessing the largest connected young generation in our living history. With curiosity, critical and out of the box thinking, ready to work on a bigger scale, they are able to come out with solutions for global problems.

The question is how can one as an individual contribute to the actions to combat climate change?

Individuals have a crucial role to play in supporting and empowering youth in the fight against climate change. There are several ways individuals can contribute to the cause and make a difference. First and foremost, individuals can educate themselves about the issue. By staying informed and understanding the challenges we face, individuals can engage in informed discussions, spread awareness, and advocate for change.

Most importantly individuals can  become a part of global fight against climate change through volunteering. Every small bit of work will count and result in a better future for all of us. Volunteering for youth-led campaigns and initiatives can provide valuable support and help amplify the message. Furthermore, individuals can use their voices and platforms to share their stories help raise awareness and inspire others to take action. One of the key ways youth are addressing climate change is through grassroots movements. 

Adar Poonawalla Clean City Initiative is one such movement where the thrust is on cleanliness (including waste segregation and proper disposal) which is an important part of combating climate change. Apart from services like collecting litter and garbage in public areas, APCCI is advocating cleanliness through volunteering activities. Many of these activities are conducted on weekends to suit young professionals who are keen to be a part of this change. Collaboration with various initiatives like marathons, citizen connect events and festivals is also spreading the message of cleanliness. The idea is to connect with the youth, inform and advocate them about the gravity of the situation so that they will lead the charge with innovative ideas and solutions for a sustainable future!

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