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It is a shame to see our generation today go through the hottest period in our history, all because of global warming. Yes, we are familiar with climate change, catastrophic storms such as Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan), and floods that have not typically occurred in recent months, however we do not need to add onto this list of dramatic natural events.
The need to mitigate global warming is as important as ever. The students and youth of this generation must also be aware of how to act as they face these challenges. Educating them is crucial for their contribution to this fight against global warming.
Seminars on climate change or environmental concerns in their community which may be organized by their school would help increase their awareness on their impact to the advocacy.
Trees are vital in this fight as they are also known to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and provide many other environmental benefits. Students may participate in tree planting as means of involvement so they may experience a chance to help.
Helps reduce pollution and waste in local environments such as beaches, neighborhood, or streets. Although often an adult-led initiative, including the children promotes their compliance to good practices when it comes to waste management.
Vegetable gardens can teach students about sustainable agriculture, food production, and the importance of biodiversity in mitigating climate change. It also gives them a sense of responsibility to care for the garden, hoping this newfound skill spills over to other real life scenarios where in they actively care for the environment.
The youth is one of the most affected population by global warming. As many leaders sit in comfort in the offices and cars with air-conditioning, we brace the heat. Reaching out to their services to create and enact policies regarding global warming will help bring light to the situation in the students' unique POV.
As the generation of the digital age, one of the best ways to spread awareness and educate is through an online presence. Using the internet to reach out to a wider audience increases the chance to positively impact the views and practices of other. It is crucial to ensure all information shared is accurate and updated.
Lu, B. (20 April 2024). Climate change mitigation: The role of the Filipino youth. Philippine News Agency. https://www.pna.gov.ph/opinion/pieces/867-climate-change-mitigation-the-role-of-the-filipino-youth
Kellog, K., & Rising, H. (18 April 2024). How to Spread Awareness About Climate Change. WikiHow. https://www.wikihow.com/Spread-Awareness-About-Climate-Change