Michael Mann: "Defeatism is as much of a threat as climate denial"
Climate progress is being made but not enough; policies may limit warming to 2°C, still too high. Optimism lies in younger generation's activism. [ more ]
Why The Youth is to blame for the Rise in Climate Extremism
Youth activists calling for action on climate change are often accused of hypocrisy due to their own consumer habits.
The UK's efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions may have minimal impact as larger countries like China continue to emit high levels of greenhouse gases. [ more ]
The student movement against the war in Gaza has sparked national protests, impacting institutions and potentially influencing the upcoming Presidential election. [ more ]
Trans students at Berkeley High celebrate new all-gender bathroom
Gender-expansive students at Berkeley High successfully advocated for a new gender-neutral multi-stall bathroom after nine months of activism. [ more ]
Group of SF 7th graders using QR codes, bowls of soup to tackle cyberbullying
Middle schoolers at Children's Day School in San Francisco organize 'Soup for Change' event annually to address social justice issues like cyberbullying.
The event combines cooking skills with topics related to social change and humanities, aiming to bring awareness and create impact. [ more ]
Exclusive: Youth-oriented advocacy group applauds Biden on climate
President Biden has received praise for his environmental actions but faces pressure from the youth-led Sunrise Movement for bolder steps on climate policy. [ more ]