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Representation Matters: AAPI Creators You Should Follow

For too long the climate movement has not reflected the leadership of those who represent the communities most affected by environmental degradation. This is both a disservice to the movement as a whole and these people and communities. Representation matters. This AAPI Heritage Month, here are just a few AAPI climate creators that should be on everyone’s radars.

Young People Share Their #ClimateTruth

“For me, the climate emergency has affected my mental health by being a persistent source of fear and anxiety. This shows up in my life physically as feelings of tension and mentally as a form of exhaustion.”

The Supply Chain and Climate Change 101

Victoria Whalen, ACE Fellow

As the years go by, technology advances and global consumerism increases. The global supply chain runs the world and one small disruption in the complex system can shut down an entire economy. As climate change rages on, these disruptions are becoming more frequent while the demand for critical metals, minerals and renewable energy resources increases.

Climate Misinformation on Social Media 101

Victoria Whalen, ACE Fellow

As technology has advanced, social media has become the number one way to stay connected and to retrieve information. However, fossil fuel corporations and other climate denying agencies are continuing to use social media as platforms to spread misinformation about climate change. From Facebook to Tik Tok, climate misinformation is becoming so polarizing that often people are confused on what the truth really is.

ACE’s Action Teams Geared Up for Earth Day!

ACE supports a robust and energized Action Team Network nationwide that is dedicated to taking comprehensive action on the climate emergency. With more than 800,000 young advocates, our Action Team members have rallied together to plan a series of events on Earth Day nationwide. From protests to mountain climbing, our action teams got creative in celebrating Earth Day.

Asian and Pacific Islander Activists You Should Follow

These six climate activists are tired of the inexcusable lack of action to preserve a habitable planet for all. Here they speak about how their identities impact their climate work and what it means to them to be a climate activists from the Asian and Pacific Islander community.

Representation Matters: Youth Scientists and Eco/Climate Communicators to Follow

Victoria Whalen, ACE Fellow

Representation is the key to empowering future generations. To see someone that represents your identity overcome their own challenges can ignite a deep passion for change. Not only that, representation brings together communties of likeminded individuals who now have the support and ressaurance that they need to continue their passions. As the climate crisis rages on, we can take solace in knowing that youth scientists, activists, and climate communicators are advocating for change alongside us. Read through this blog and check out each content creator’s social media platforms. Don’t forget to follow, subscribe, and leave a like on their posts!

ACE INTERVIEW: Talulah Juniper on Youth Voices in Politics

Talulah Juniper is a 17-year-old Junior at Sonoma Academy in Sonoma County. She started doing climate action work when she was in about 6th grade because it seemed to be the only logical step for her after hearing about the climate crisis and seeing the direct damage it had inflicted around them.

ACTION FOR THE CLIMATE EMERGENCY PRAISES GOV. EVERS CLEAN ENERGY PLAN FOR WISCONSINITES

Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE) applauds the Evers Administration for committing to a clean energy plan that sets the state on a path of 100 percent carbon-free energy by 2050.

Infrastructure and Climate Change 101

Victoria Whalen, ACE Fellow

Throughout history, modern society views infrastructure as the embodiment of development. However, as the climate crisis continues, infrastructure such as buildings, roads, and bridges are collapsing under the increase of frequency and intensity from natural disasters and other weather events. From rising sea levels to intense heat buckling roads, infrastructure is failing to adapt to the climate crisis.