应对气候变化 青年在行动

Group 1: Climate Change Statistics - In 2024, China is expected to experience its warmest year since the early 20th century, with significant glacier melting and rising sea levels reported [1] - Globally, 2024 is projected to set records for average surface temperature, ocean heat content, and sea level, with atmospheric concentrations of CO2, methane, and nitrous oxide also at all-time highs [2] Group 2: Youth Engagement and Action - Youth are encouraged to take an active role in addressing climate change, with initiatives like the UNDP project providing $2.5 million annually to support 100 youth-led projects globally [2] - The World University Climate Change Alliance, initiated by Tsinghua University, aims to foster youth leadership in climate action through training programs and global collaboration [3] Group 3: Technological Innovations - Young scientists are leveraging AI and big data to tackle environmental issues, showcasing the increasing importance of youth contributions in climate solutions [4] - A young engineering team in Liupanshui, Guizhou, has developed a steel plant waste heat recovery technology for urban heating, demonstrating innovative approaches to reduce fossil fuel reliance [5] Group 4: Urgency of Climate Action - The IPCC has identified that 9 out of 15 climate tipping points have been breached, highlighting the urgent need for collective action to address climate change and its impacts on ecosystems and public health [5]