Right now, Copenhagen in Denmark is a very busy place. More delegates, journalists and observers are arriving to take part in the United Nations climate summit next week, but Greenpeace youth is already here!
We are an international delegation of youth activists and Greenpeace staff from 13 countries including Austria, Brazil, Canada, Fiji-Islands, France, Germany, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey and USA.
Why we are here?
Get to know Leah from Fiji and watch why she is here in Copenhagen:
We are demanding a FAB - a fair, ambitious and (legally) binding climate deal, to be agreed on here in Copenhagen. We will remind world leaders that after all it is our future that is at stake. Our message is "our climate, our future, your decision." We will be present, we will watch you, we will spread the word, we will hold world leaders accountable and we will make sure our voices are heard.
Climate change is an enormous challenge, but it is also a great chance to create a better future for us and our children. We need a new global economy based on renewable energy and sustainable business. Copenhagen is a historical moment where we can set the right course for our future.
Why Merijn from the Netherlands is taking part in our activities:
What are we doing here?
We have launched a climate vigil at "Kongens Nytorv", in the Copenhagen town center. Every day there will be a wake-up call to the ambassadors of key countries, which could finally make or break a FAB climate deal. It is going to be colorful, loud and creative. Yes, we come from all over the world and we speak many different languages, but we are here to stand up together for our common future.
Please support us and get involved:
1. Become a Fan of our Facebook Solar Generation Page
2. Follow @solargeneration on Twitter and get live updates + pics of our actions.
3. What's missing in Copenhagen? YOU ARE! Send a virtual package to Copenhagen and make sure your voice is heard, too.
4. Help us spread the word and tell your friends about the climate summit, invite them to our page, forward them our videos. You are really making a difference!
Please keep following our news, we'll be updating you throughout our vigil and wake-up calls, and of course during the conference as well.