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In October I was invited by the World Green Economy Organization and DEWA to participate in a youth dialogue centred around the topic of whether going green is practical or unrealistic for today's youth. It was an absolute honour to lend my voice to a topic that is of paramount importance to the rapidly evolving world we live in, and to have an engaged young audience.
The environment is incredibly near and dear to my heart and I have faith that the current surge in the global youth population could radically change economies, unlock the potential of the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, environmental ambassadors and change agents. After all, young people hold the majority stake in world demographics, with nearly 1.8 billion people between the ages of 10 and 24 worldwide, according to UN statistics.
The economy, society and environment can thrive in unison by working together ensuring a prosperous future in harmony with nature. Everyone has a role to play in order to make this vision a reality and I encourage youth to inspire changes across the community and be our beacon of hope!
For those who were not able to attend the World Green Economy Summit youth dialogue, below are some key insights from my side.
There is no planet B and no Plan B
Our world is changing rapidly. Our planet and humanity are at a critical crossroads. Sadly, we face an issue when it comes to resource consumption. Our demand has increased so greatly that we would need 1.5 Earths to sustain it, and if no action is taken, we will soon require two Earths well before 2050. From our high water and energy consumption, to food wastage and overreliance on plastics, these actions are pushing our natural resources beyond their limits and placing a huge pressure on our environment.
Contrary to public perception however, being environmentally responsible is not difficult to achieve; all one needs is a positive, 'can-do' attitude and a determined spirit. There are so many ways to take responsibility for our everyday habits by making small, practical changes that will truly make a meaningful difference to our environment and economy in the long run.
It is obvious that the wellness of the environment directly relates to our wellness and health, as well as every other species on the planet. Our local heritage is also deeply rooted in the physical environment, which provides us with remarkable beauty that we can all appreciate, and which we need to preserve.
It is critical for youth to play a role in shaping our society and ensuring a sustainable way of life, making this vision a reality. Youth are a major part of the population and have a lot of energy and passion to shape our future and act as ambassadors on sustainability.
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