Young minds develop ideas to tackle climate change
Sixteen teenagers take part in a hackathon to devise ways to combat issues such as light pollution.
A group of sixteen young people took part in a hackathon to devise creative solutions to combat climate change effects. The event, hosted by Seeds of Hope and Change, featured a timed session where participants created posters highlighting concerns such as light pollution, wild fires, ocean damage, and poor water quality. One participant, Maryanne, emphasized the importance of raising awareness about ocean pollution, stating that climate change is a long-term shift in Earth's temperatures and weather patterns, with this year's summer being the hottest on record in the UK.
Baveen added that their group focused on urban environments and their impact on people and wildlife, proposing the use of low-intensity bulbs and motion sensors in streetlights to reduce continuous lighting. The exhibition, which runs until October 4th, consists of 24 pop-up panels showcasing global environmental case studies and impacts of climate change. The hackathon was organized by #iWill ambassadors, who aim to remind young people that they can personally address climate change through individual actions.
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