Media Advisory
EDN at COP24
December 11, 2018
Talking About Earth Challenge 2020
It was an honor to host a panel at COP24, with EDN’s Valeria Merino discussing ways in which citizen science and environmental education can further the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. Merino was joined by Kenza Khallafi of the Foundation Mohammed VI for the Protection of the Environment on December 11. Topics discussed: Earth Challenge 2020 for Earth Day 2020 and the environmental programs that the foundation has been supporting. The complementary aspects between citizen science and environmental education are clear! We gained many insights from the conversation with members of the audience pointed at the need to engage the public on monitoring the impact of the Paris Agreement.At #SIF18 listening about assets at risk of becoming stranded if they depend on oil, as climate might render them worthless prior to the end of their economic life time. Investment is needed for transitioning those assets. #EarthDay2020 can be a milestone for commitments.
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 10, 2018
Engaging with and Learning from Local Leaders at the Sustainable Innovation Forum
Earth Day Network was a media and institutional partner of the Sustainable Innovation Forum 2018, a COP24 affiliate event, where we joined other leaders in discussions of the latest policies and innovations galvanizing a global momentum towards a low-carbon economy. Our focus was on how to engage the general population in this conversation and in the transition process.At #COP24 with @NickHenry_CC, CEO & Founder of Climate Action and Alfie Hill-Kitcherside organizers of #SIF18. An excellent day learning about the most important positive signals of progress on #ClimateAction and discussing plans for #EarthDay2020
— Valeria Merino (@valeriamerino) December 10, 2018
At #SIF18 we heard that we must not misunderstand the sentiment on the streets about climate. People want -for all- clean air, jobs, opportunities, a friendly climate & peace. It will require new ambitious commitments & radical transparency. #EarthDay2020 #ClimateAction pic.twitter.com/Sgh0Hffjy2
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 10, 2018
Studies have shown that it is already the case where in certain places, solar energy installations represent the cheapest form of electricity in human history #sif18 #earthday2020 pic.twitter.com/fWx6AVgDEY
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 10, 2018
Ending first day of #SIF18. Good discussions on #climatechange. Meeting #ParisAgreement goals will require parties tracking and reporting progress transparently & in standardized way. How can regular citizens participate to aid governments & businesses? pic.twitter.com/wbC0V4VE1V
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
Today’s final panel at the #SIF18 discussed the potential revolutionary power that blockchain technology has for the energy sector. It will be interesting to see how this topic emerges at other #COP24 events and how it develops until #EarthDay2020 pic.twitter.com/YhD55Ili4S
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
Integrating green technologies into existing energy systems is a substantial challenge. Today’s #SIF18 panel on energy transitions has laid out the important work still to be done. pic.twitter.com/7lukEwFqzM
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
One of the most important industries that needs to join the circular economy is petrochemicals – it is vital that they act on their commitments to avoid the worst impact of #climatechange #SIF18 pic.twitter.com/xdQc7CzxWa
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
For electric vehicles to reach their true environmental potential, they must become embedded not only in personal use but in large-scale commercial use #SIF18 pic.twitter.com/TMJwr2GMKf
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
It’s clear that a future without single-use plastic is not only an environmental goal, but an attainable goal #SIF18 pic.twitter.com/v027FULVhb
— Earth Day Network (@EarthDayNetwork) December 9, 2018
