The IIASA Climate Champions initiative is entering its second year with the first workshop taking place on 7 October, focusing on climate change, climate resilience, and climate justice. More than 35 students from Vienna and Lower Austria will participate.
Guided by leading sustainability scientists, the students will collaborate with teachers, parents, and peers to design and implement their own eco-friendly initiatives at their schools.
We are excited to welcome these young changemakers to IIASA as our new Climate Champions!
Workshop agenda
09:00 Arrival and registration
09:15 Let's get to know each other! Check in and ice-breaker activities
09:45 Who we are and what can you expect from participating in the Climate Champions program
10:15 Break
10:20 What are (y)our stakes and roles in the climate crisis?
11:45 Lunch at IIASA Schloss Restaurant
13:00 Take action! First brainstorming session on how to tackle major issues linked to climate change and how to support climate action at your school
14:15 Reporting back, discussion, and wrap-up
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