Young minds develop ideas to tackle climate change

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Young minds develop ideas to tackle climate change

BBC Science · 3 hours ago

Sixteen young people in Ipswich took part in a climate-focused hackathon, creating posters with ideas to address light pollution, wildfires, ocean damage and poor water quality. The event was part of a free touring exhibition, and its organisers said the activity was intended to show young people that individual action can help tackle climate change.

The hackathon was hosted at the Jerwood Dancehouse by Seeds of Hope and Change, with support from ambassadors from the youth-led campaign group #iWill. One group suggested using low-intensity bulbs and motion sensors in street lighting to reduce unnecessary illumination. The exhibition features 24 panels with environmental information and case studies from around the world, and is open until 4 October; the article also notes that the UK had its hottest summer on record, with human-caused climate change making the heat about 130 times more likely, according to the Met Office.

  • Ipswich teenagers created posters proposing ways to tackle environmental problems.
  • Ideas included smarter street lighting to reduce light pollution.
  • A free 24-panel exhibition runs until 4 October.

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