Embarking on a 14 day journey from Plymouth, England to cross the Atlantic on a sailboat, Greta Thunberg did more than raise awareness. She took a very personal stand on the effects of carbon emissions to the environment. With a vow not to fly, she spent 2 weeks on the Malizia II, a 60 foot yacht powered by solar, wind and underwater turbines that produced electricity. She sailed along with her dad and a small crew to reach the New York harbor in advance of Climate Week, NYC an international climate conference to be held in New York from Sept 23-29. Greta will participate in the Global Action Summit on September 23rd.
The International Day of Peace is September 21st and this year’s focus is Climate Action. A call to arms for all of us to “combat climate change as a way to protect and promote peace throughout the world”. A challenge to all of us to make a difference. Greta Thunberg and thousands of other inspired youth are making their voices heard through protests, and school strikes, but also through action. We can no longer hope that things change, Greta warns, it is only through action can we expect to feel any hope.
What action will you take?
Using my refillable water bottle from #ISC19FR and taking it everywhere
Remembering my own reusable bags when I visit the grocery store
Avoiding rush-hour traffic
Shopping local as much as possible
Opening the windows
Saving paper
Smiling at others
Share the journey with me here at Peacedoodle. Sketch your solutions, your actions, your commitment, tell me what you are doing and let’s all help reverse climate change before it is too late.