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Older People and Climate Action - UNFCCC

Climate action cannot succeed without older people. The global population is ageing rapidly. Ten percent of the world's population is aged over 60.

Older People and Action on Climate Change - United Nations

by K Pillemer · Cited by 2 — over half of the world's population age 60 and over, the likely effects of climate change on this population are alarming and must be addressed.

A rising force for change: Older people and climate action

This briefing explores how engaging and empowering older people's voices and actions in tackling the climate crisis can build even greater support for the ..

Older People Are Contributing to Climate Change, and ...

NY TIMES— Growing numbers of seniors are using more energy. They also are most likely to suffer in extreme weather, which has become more common as the ..

People over 60 account for a third of greenhouse gas emissions“The post-war ‘baby boomer’ generation are the new elderly. They have different consumption patterns than the ‘quiet generation’ that was born in the period 1928-1945. Today’s seniors spend more mo…

Older people excluded from climate response, says UN - Geneva SolutionsOlder people are among the worst hit by heatwaves, floods, hurricanes and other climate related hazards, yet governments are failing to consider their needs, according to a report by the UN Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights presented on Wednesday. “Climate change has particularly significant implications for people over 65, especially when physical, political, economic and social factors make them vulnerable,” said UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet in presenting the study befor

Elders Action Network - Elders addressing the crucial issues of our timeWelcome to Elders Action Network! We're creating a movement of Elders to address the crucial issues of our time...join us!

Great Old Broads for Wilderness – Preserving Wilderness for

Great Old Broads for Wilderness is a women-led national grassroots organization that engages and inspires activism to preserve and protect wilderness and public wild lands.

Older Voters Are Second Only to Young People in Share of ‘Climate Voters,’ New Study Shows - Inside Climate NewsA report from the Environmental Voter Project says “gray is the new green," as voters who prioritize climate are numerous enough to swing elections in key states.

About Us - Elders Climate ActionWe are the elder generations, including grandparents, great aunts and great uncles who are concerned about the climate future for all life.

7 Ways Seniors Can Help Protect the Planet

Protecting the environment is a responsibility people of all ages share. From volunteering for organizations that help keep our waterways ...

Why the climate movement must do more to mobilise older peopleThey hold financial and political power, yet the climate movement is currently dominated by youngsters.

Climate change in an ageing world - ReliefWeb

1 At the same time, the world's population is ageing. By 2050, over 21 per cent of the global population will be 60 or over. The effects of climate change are ...

Aging, Climate Change, and Legacy Thinking

— Older people might care about climate change for one or more reasons related ... In one survey,16 respondents older than 60 years were slightly more

Seniors at Risk: Heat and Climate Change

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Third Act will host big community calls, workshops and facilitated conversations each month that build skills, deepen interest, and get everyone working ...

The Elders | Independent global leaders | Ethical LeadershipFounded by Nelson Mandela in 2007, The Elders are independent global leaders working together for peace, justice and human rights.

Seniors for Climate Action Now

Young people are calling on governments to act decisively on the climate emergency. As seniors we will support their lead, amplify their voices and add our own to the growing movement for climate action.

We are building a seniors’ climate action group, currently based in Ontario, Canada. The group is democratic, accountable, equitable and participatory. A community in which we value each others knowledge, experience and views.

Grandparents for Climate Action

Grandparents for Climate Action Now

These grandparents are dropping everything to fight climate changeA growing number of people over 60 are turning to activism to save the planet for future generations.

1000 Grandmothers1000 Grandmothers for Future Generations acts for Climate Justice to support indigenous and front line struggles, protests called by youth leaders; critical electoral campaigns, and hearings, boycotts and campaigns to stop the fossil fuel industry.

The Society of Fearless Grandmothers stands up for young climate activists » Yale Climate Connections'Law enforcement are always a little bit surprised at seeing grandmothers ... blockading streets.'

Grannies for Future: Youth have 'no chance' without old people | DW | 03.09.2021When the scale of the climate crisis was brought home to Cordula Weimann, she decided to make some changes. She used to drive a sports car and take flights on vacation. Then she launched the Grannies for Future movement.

Worldwide Grandparent Climate Action GroupsFor Our Grandchildren maintains loose connections with like minded groups of grandparents around the world. It helps us all to know that we are not alone. If you know of other groups who should be …

Gasp4Change - Grand(m)others Act To Save The Planet (GASP)Grandmothers Act to Save the Planet, climate activism, social justice

With Your Grandchildren - Elders Climate ActionEnjoy these great tools for helping your grandchildren learn about climate change. As grandparents, especially grandparents who take a stand for the health of the planet, we have a unique […]

Grandparents taking action on climate changeFor grandparents, and everyone concerned to leave a liveable planet to our children, children's children and future generations. Rebelling against injustice is sometimes seen as the prerogative of the young, so the voices of older people involved in climate activism can carry particular weight in communicating the crisis we face and standing in solidarity with younger generations. Below are details of two groups: Grandparents Climate Action, based in Oxford, and Grandparents for a Safe Earth, based in Bristol. The start of a national network, we hope!

Worried about their grandkids' future, more seniors are taking up the climate fight | CBC NewsInspired by the passion and reach of young activists like Greta Thunberg, Canadian groups like Seniors for Climate Action Now!, Climate Legacy and Grand(m)others Act to Save the Planet (GASP) are becoming increasingly visible and vocal.