Leeds Children's Mayor

Climate Change

Three things my school could do:

1.Eco-Heroes Club – Our school could start an Eco-Heroes Club where students become environmental champions. Each term, we’d take on challenges to reduce waste, save energy, and protect nature. The most dedicated Eco-Heroes could earn fun rewards like badges or certificates, inspiring everyone to take action!

2.Bottle to Bench Project – Another idea is to collect plastic bottles from our school and community, and send them to be recycled into benches for our playground. By recycling, we would reduce waste and make our school a greener and more exciting place for everyone.

3.Solar Panel Fundraiser – Our school could hold a fundraiser, like a "Sun Run," where students and parents run or walk in the sun to raise money for installing solar panels. This would help us use cleaner, renewable energy, and teach students about solar power.

Three things Leeds as a city could do:

1.More Trees, Less Pollution – Leeds should plant more trees in parks, near schools, and along streets to help clean the air and make the city feel cooler and greener. The studies show that planting 1,000 trees can remove 1.7 tons of CO2 from the air every year. If Leeds were to plant 10,000 trees, it would help remove up to 17 tons of CO2 annually, making a big difference to the city's air quality.

2.Leeds Green Action Day – Leeds could host an annual "Green Action Day" where schools, businesses, and communities join for activities like litter-picking, tree-planting, and energy-saving. Schools could also design logos and badges for the event, promoting climate awareness and sustainability. This day would unite our city to protect the environment and fight climate change.

3.Zero-Carbon Future for Leeds – Leeds City Council could make it a priority to work toward a zero-carbon city. This means switching to clean energy, reducing waste, and investing more in green jobs. If we all do our part, we could create a city where children and adults can breathe clean air, walk in green spaces, and live healthier lives.