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The Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC) launched the Youth Engagement Strategy on climate change and air pollution in 2023 with the aim of equipping and inspiring young leaders to reduce air pollutants and improve air quality on a global scale.
The strategy recognizes the crucial role that young people play in tackling climate change and air pollution. To empower youth in their efforts, the CCAC in partnership with Stockholm Environment Institute and the Children and Youth Major Group to UNEP (CYMG), Fast Action on Climate to Ensure Intergenerational Justice (FACE), NDC Partnership, and OpenAQ, hosted a webinar on youth action for climate change and air pollution.
The webinar focused on the impact of Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs), such as methane, black carbon, and hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), which significantly contribute to global warming and air pollution. Addressing these pollutants can yield immediate benefits for both the climate and public health. As future leaders and innovators, young people are uniquely positioned to drive solutions for these urgent issues.
Sarah West, SEI York Centre Director, was part of a panel discussion on youth leadership and innovative solutions as well as citizen science to improve air quality.
We invite youth activists, students, young professionals, and members of youth-led environmental organizations to join us for this collaborative event. By bringing together youth leaders, experts, and advocates, we will create an environment where innovative ideas and practical solutions can be shared.
For more information, agenda, concept note and registration details, visit the registration page.
Project / A citizen science project monitoring indoor air, created with and for UK schools.
Project / This project investigates air pollutants inside homes in the city of Bradford, UK: their sources, interactions and health effects on those living there.
Project / On behalf of CCAC, UNEP is cooperating with SEI to support the Ministry of Environment and Forestry of Kenya under SNAP.
Feature / On UK Clean Air Day, SEI York researchers explore the potential for UK-led initiatives to inspire and guide global policies and actions toward cleaner air.
Feature / Learn how SEI’s guide is aiding companies in pinpointing and curbing their air pollution footprint.
Perspective / "Scientists, teachers and pupils are working together to evaluate air quality in UK classrooms" writes Sarah West in Air Quality News Magazine.
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