Careers in Climate Conservation: Prospects for the Future
Young Climate Visionaries Shaping the Future
In a world where the importance of sustainability and diversity is increasingly recognised, a new generation of visionaries is emerging, leading the charge in various industries. This article features interviews with some of these inspiring individuals, all under the age of 30, who are making a significant impact on the planet and breaking barriers in their respective fields.
Georgie Hyatt cofounded Rotaro, a fashion rental platform, in 2019. Rotaro's mission is to reduce fashion waste by promoting the circular economy, allowing users to rent clothes instead of buying them new. The platform recently secured $2.3 million from investors to expand their business. To further aid their efforts to remain carbon-light, Rotaro has partnered with tree-planting program Ecologi.
Dominique Palmer is another young climate visionary making waves. At just 20 years old, she spoke at the United Nations Climate Change Conference and has since organised nationwide school strikes for climate change. Palmer has also lobbied the government to pass future-thinking legislation like "The Wellbeing of Future Generations Bill". She was on a panel alongside Malala, Emma Watson, Greta Thunberg, and Vanessa Nakate at a United Nations event.
Josephine Philips is the 23-year-old founder of Sojo, a fashion alterations and repairs app. Sojo aims to make sustainable fashion more accessible by offering on-demand repairs and alterations, reducing the need for fast fashion.
Flourish In Diversity is an initiative founded by Monica Fink together with Amelia Akanni and Giulia Bottari. The programme up-skills young graduates from minority ethnic and disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds, offering interactive workshops, lectures, and brand partnerships to disrupt traditional routes into the fashion industry.
Amelia Akanni and Giulia Bottari are the founders of Flourish In Diversity, who, along with Nishy Lall, launched the programme. Their goal is to create a more inclusive and sustainable fashion industry.
Rahel Stephanie is the founder of Spoons, a plant-based Indonesian supper club. Stephanie's mission is to promote sustainable eating and reduce meat consumption, contributing to the fight against climate change.
In a 2020 University of Southern California survey, 64% of undergraduate students were found to be "very interested" in learning about sustainability on-campus, with 33% stating they participate in sustainable practices on a "daily" basis. These numbers suggest a growing awareness and commitment among young people to make a difference for the planet.
Marcel McKenzie took videos for this article, capturing the passion and determination of these young climate visionaries as they work towards a more sustainable and equitable future. Their stories serve as an inspiration for us all to take action and contribute to positive change.
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