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BUEI set to host third youth climate summit

The Youth Climate Summit takes place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute (Image supplied)

Conservation, sustainability and climate justice are among the hot topics being discussed at an upcoming youth summit.

The Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute is hosting the third annual Youth Climate Summit from November 10 to 18, giving young people the opportunity to connect with local and global climate and environmental experts, leaders and young activists.

It is aimed at students aged from 13 to 22, and seeks to engage and educate participants on global issues. The summit provides a foundation for a year of youth-led activities at BUEI.

Karla Lacey, BUEI’s chief executive, said: “We are again proud to be supporting Bermuda’s young people and future leaders through the Youth Climate Summit, and to provide a space where students can learn about incoming threats to the environment, meet with experts and work together to find solutions.

“The summit is a space where young people can be heard, have their voices amplified and find hope.”

With more frequent and impactful hurricanes each year and warmer oceans affecting wildlife, Bermuda is not immune to the threat of climate change.

Ms Lacey added: “This year, we hope to continue to make an impact on our local community and continue to show the world how change can be made effectively with young people at its heart.”

Founding partners Axa XL and HSBC Bermuda have continued to support the summit since its introduction in 2021.

HSBC’s global Climate Ambition strategy includes progression towards a global net-zero economy by the year 2030. At HSBC Bermuda, that includes incorporating greener strategies in its operations, supporting initiatives that foster community engagement in environmental sustainability projects and supporting customers in their respective climate transition journeys through the provision of green financing solutions.

An HSBC representative said: “Supporting local climate-focused projects is a key priority for HSBC. We believe the Youth Climate Summit is vital to educating and inspiring Bermuda’s future leaders and young community to be more climate-conscious citizens into adulthood and beyond.”

Axa XL has several robust climate-based initiatives under way, ranging from commitments around underwriting and investment to managing the company's own emissions associated with its operations.

Andy MacFarlane, Axa XL’s head of climate, said: “The climate is changing for all of us but it will be the future generations who will be impacted the most if we do not all take action now.

“We want to ensure that Bermuda’s young people are not only prepared for the challenges ahead but also know that they have a voice when it comes to raising awareness and generating action.”

The Youth Climate Summit is supported by Aspen Bermuda, Renaissance Re, Deloitte, Conduit Re, Chubb Bermuda, Axis Speciality Limited and Neuberger Berman among other organisations.

• For more information on the 2023 Youth Climate Summit, visit www.ycsbda.com

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Published October 04, 2023 at 7:51 am (Updated October 04, 2023 at 8:17 am)

BUEI set to host third youth climate summit

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