The Earth Island Institute’s New Leaders Initiative has announced the six recipients of this year’s Brower Youth Awards. These young changemakers, aged 13 to 22, are tackling some of the most pressing environmental challenges, from coral reef restoration in Cuba to empowering youth through sustainable gardening in California.
Hawaii has agreed to a comprehensive climate action plan after losing a lawsuit brought by thirteen children and teens who argued that the state’s inaction on climate change violated their constitutional rights. The settlement, a landmark victory for youth climate advocates, requires Hawaii to achieve zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, prioritizing transportation sector transformation and investing in renewable energy.
Saskatoon students are engaging in a youth speaker series to raise awareness about the effects of climate change and advocate for environmental action. They want to make their voices heard by policymakers and school divisions, urging them to prioritize climate change mitigation and create a sustainable future for their generation.
Smiling Tree, an organization founded by Aarav and Alina Kwatra, celebrated Earth Day by planting trees, raising awareness, and inspiring young eco-activists.
The article highlights the resilience of Flint’s youth despite experiencing the Flint water crisis. Young activists like Cruz Duhart, Sima Gutierrez, and Asia Donald have dedicated themselves to bringing awareness to the ongoing struggles of their city, challenging stereotypes, and advocating for positive change.
Windsor, Ont., student Isabella Gascoigne and Tecumseh, Ont., student Nathan Malmberg are sharing their concerns about climate change and how it is affecting their lives. Gascoigne, 17, says she feels powerless when it comes to climate change, blaming “climate hypocrisy”, especially in the media, among celebrities and even governments. Malmberg, 13, says he is frustrated with not being able to do more to protect the environment, as he sees the effects of climate change around him. Gascoigne and Malmberg are both encouraging people to take action to protect the environment.
