November 11 was a day to remember at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29)! 🌍 The Global Alliance of Universities on Climate (GAUC) hosted its much-anticipated 2024 \"Climate x\" High-Level Event at the China Pavilion in the Blue Zone. This wasn't just another conference session—it was the grand finale of GAUC's \"Climate x\" series, spotlighting the epic climate actions led by next-gen leaders blazing the trail towards global carbon neutrality. 🌱🔥
The event was a who's who of global climate governance! Big names like Liu Zhenmin, China's special envoy for climate change; Rachel Kyte, the UK's special representative for climate; Felipe Paullier, UN assistant secretary-general for youth affairs; and Catherine McKenna, the powerhouse chair of the UN's High-level Expert Group on Net-Zero Commitments, all came together. 🎤 They weren't just there to give speeches—they witnessed firsthand the incredible achievements of student reps and youth leaders who've been hustling hard on climate action this past year. 👏🌟
Liu Zhenmin was all about that youth empowerment! 💪 He cheered on the young climate warriors, saying, \"I hope young faces here will continue to practice low-carbon actions, demonstrate leadership, and inspire more peers to join this great cause.\" Talk about motivational vibes! ✨
Rachel Kyte gave props to GAUC for bringing together students from every corner of the globe 🌎—because teamwork makes the dream work, right? 🤝 Felipe Paullier dropped some wisdom on linking climate action with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reminding everyone that we're all in this together. ❤️ And Catherine McKenna didn't hold back, emphasizing the urgency of tackling climate challenges and the superpower of multi-stakeholder collabs. 🚀
The energy was electric ⚡, and the message was clear: the future is in our hands, and youth voices are louder and stronger than ever! 🗣️🔥 Let's keep pushing boundaries, breaking barriers, and making the world a greener, better place for all. 🌿🌈
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